Healthy Eating

What is the process of taking in food called?

• Digestion

• Absorption

• Eating

• Circulation

What does healthy eating mean?

• Eating a lot of sweets

• Eating a balanced diet

• Eating only fruits and vegetables

• Eating fast food every day

Which nutrient provides our body with energy?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

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Which foods are high in carbohydrates?

• Meat and fish

• Nuts and avocados

• Bread and pasta

• Oranges and strawberries

What do proteins do for our body?

• Provide energy

• Help with vitamin absorption

• Make up the tissues of our body

• Boost our immune system

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Which foods contain vitamins?

• Meat and fish

• Fruits and leafy greens

• Nuts and avocados

• Bread and pasta

What are fats?

• Nutrients that provide energy

• Nutrients that help with vitamin absorption

• Nutrients that make up the tissues of our body

• Nutrients that are harmful to our health

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Which foods contain healthy fats?

• Meat and fish

• Nuts and avocados

• Bread and pasta

• Sweets and pastries

Why is it important to eat fruits and vegetables?

• To get enough energy

• To stay hydrated

• To get vitamins and minerals

• To build strong muscles

What should we do to have a healthy diet?

• Eat a lot of high fat foods

• Drink sugary drinks

• Eat at least four meals a day

• Avoid physical exercise