Food and Health

What are the benefits of eating fruits?

• Fruits lead to weight gain.

• Fruits have no nutritional value.

• Fruits cause digestive problems.

• Fruits provide vitamins, minerals, fiber, and promote health.

Why is a balanced diet important?

• Lose weight.

• Prevent sickness.

• Improve memory.

• Provide nutrients.

How does sugar affect health?

• No effect.

• Affects teeth.

• Improves health.

• Negative impact.

What nutrients are in fruits?

• sodium, potassium, magnesium

• vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants

• calcium, iron, zinc

• carbohydrates, proteins, fats

What are the effects of an unbalanced diet?

• Nutrient deficiencies, weight changes, chronic diseases, weakened immune system, poor health.

• No consequences.

• Improved health.

• Only affects weight gain.

What are examples of unhealthy foods?

• Fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains

• Fast food, snacks, sugary drinks, fried foods, desserts.

• Water, tea, coffee

• Dairy, nuts, seeds, legumes

Why does excess sugar intake lead to weight gain?

• It increases metabolism.

• It causes water retention.

• It reduces hunger.

• Body converts it into fat.

How many daily servings of fruits and vegetables are recommended?

• 5 servings

• 3 servings

• 7 servings

• 10 servings

What are the effects of a poor diet?

• Increased energy.

• Stronger bones, healthier skin.

• Better sleep, increased productivity.

• Obesity, diseases, weakened immune system, mental issues, decreased life quality.

How to reduce sugar intake?

• Eat more sugary snacks, drink more sugary drinks, add extra sugar to recipes

• Replace sugar with artificial sweeteners, consume more sugary cereals, use sugary sauces

• Avoid fruits and vegetables, consume more sugary desserts, use sugary condiments

• Read food labels, avoid sugary drinks, choose whole foods, reduce added sugars in recipes