Nutrients

What is the primary purpose of carbohydrates in the body?

• Help to maintain body temperature

• Maintains bone and muscle tissue

• Provides the body with energy

• Helps in digestion

What is the body's second source of energy?

Identify the two classifications of carbohydrates.

• trans and saturated

• simple and unsaturated

• complex and trans

• simple and complex

What two nutrients do not provide the body energy?

• protein and vitamins

• vitamins and minerals

• carbohydrates and vitamins

• none of the answer choices

How many total amino acids are used by the body? (numerical answer)

What is meant by "essential" amino acids?

• The body cannot produce it, so it needs to be eaten/consumed.

• The body produces them naturally

• The body only needs them when they are at low levels in the body

• None of the answer choices

What would be an example of a carbohydrate?

• Fish

• Chicken

• Rice

• Onions

Which type of fat is considered healthy for the body?

• Trans fat

• Unsaturated fat

• Saturated fat

• Complex fat

Which nutrient do you NOT want your body to be using as energy?

• Vitamins and Minerals

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

What health standard are we focusing on for 3rd quarter. Hint: Look at the board.

• 2.1 Analyze how family influences the health of individuals

• 1.1 Predict how healthy behaviors can affect health status

• 3.5 Access valid and reliable health product and services

• 7.3 Demonstrate a variety of behaviors that avoid health risks