Why We Need Food

What are the things in food that your body needs for energy and growth?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Fiber

• Nutrients

What are the nutrients that are the body's "building blocks"?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Nutrients

• Proteins

What are nutrients used by your body to create energy?

• Carbohydrates

• Fiber

• Nutrients

• Proteins

What are nutrients that give your body long lasting energy?

• Fats

• Fiber

• Nutrients

• Proteins

What keeps your digestive system healthy by moving wastes through your digestive system?

• Fats

• Fiber

• Nutrients

• Proteins

To be healthy your body needs many different types of ______.

What nutrient is found in fish, meat, chicken, milk, nuts, and beans?

• Fiber

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Nutrients

What nutrient is found in starches like potatoes, bread, and crackers?

• Fats

• Fiber

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

What nutrient is found in peanuts, meats, and oil?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Fiber

• Nutrients

What nutrient is found in many fruits and vegetables, whole grain cereals, and whole wheat bread?

• Fats

• Fiber

• Proteins

• Nutrients