The number of calories you consume (eat) should equal

The rate at which your body uses energy is called

In general, if you eat MORE calories than you burn, you will....

In general, if you eat LESS calories than you burn, you will....

In general, what type of prepared foods are healthier?

T/F: As long as you stay within the recommended calories, it doesn't matter what types of food you eat.

Which of the following meals would meet the MyPlate Food Guidance System?

For lunch, Mrs. Brobston had a peanut butter and honey sandwich on whole wheat bread, carrot sticks, and a glass of milk. What else should she add to her lunch to meet the MyPlate Food Guidance System?

The ratio of fat, bone, and muscle that make up your body is called

A waxy, fat-like material found in animal products is called:

If someone eats a lot of carbohydrates and instead of being physically active spends a lot of time on the computer, this person's carbohydrates are now being stored as:

If someone eats a lot of carbohydrates but does not use the energy from these nutrients, the energy becomes

Before carbohydrates can be used as energy, they must first be converted into:

T/F: You should eliminate ALL fats from your diet.

T/F: It is okay to eat food from only one food group as long as you are getting nutrients.

This type of complex carbohydrate found in plants cannot be digested. It helps prevent constipation.

This type of fat is liquid at room temperature. It helps prevent heart disease.

This type of fat is solid at room temperature. Can LEAD to heart disease.

This nutrient is made out of building blocks called Amino Acids.

This type of nutrient is the body's number one source of energy. It can be simple or complex.

This type of nutrient occurs naturally in rocks and soil. It is needed in only small amounts.

This type of nutrients supplies energy, maintains body temperature, protects nerves, forms cells, and adds flavors to food.

This nutrient is made by living things. It assists in many chemical reactions in the body. Examples are A, D, E, and K.

Chemical substances that give your body what it needs to grow and function properly are called:

How much water should a person drink every day?

A dangerous condition where the body loses too much water is called:

A condition that causes weakness, fatigue, and headaches due to a lack of iron is called:

A dangerous condition in which bones are fragile and may break easily caused by a lack of calcium is called:

These types of vitamins need to be replaced every day.

These types of vitamins are stored in the body for later use.

Which ingredient is present in the LARGEST amount?

Eating too many calories per day is linked to overweight and obesity.