Chapter 3 Flashcards
(28 cards)
What do carbohydrate foods give you?
Energy
Foods that have sugar and starch in them
Carbohydrates
What do most people eat too many of?
Fats and oils
Why is refined sugar not a good source of carbohydrates?
It has no vitamins or minerals
The ability to do work
Energy
The parts of the body that work together to change food into a form the body can use
Digestive system
What parts are included in the digestive system?
Mouth, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, and organs that make digestive juices
Liquids in the mouth and stomach which help break down foods into materials the body can use
Digestive juices
Substances found in food that help your body grow and develop
Nutrients
Food nutrients that help your body to grow and to repair itself
Proteins
Important nutrients that are made in the cells of plants and animals
Vitamins
Name some citrus fruits
Oranges, grapefruits, lemons, and limes
What vitamin are citrus fruits rich in?
C
Nutrients from the soil that are found in foods
Minerals
Foods that contain sugar and starch
Carbohydrates
What kind of foods does most of our energy come from?
Carbohydrates
The coarse part of most fruits and vegetables
Fiber
What does fiber do for you?
Helps you get rid of waste material
When should you walk on the street?
When there is no sidewalk
Which side of the street should you walk on?
Left
Should you be facing traffic or have your back to the traffic?
Facing the traffic
What kind of clothing should you wear at night?
Light clothing
Where should you go when you get off the bus?
In front of the bus
Which side should you get out of the car on
The side closest to the sidewalk
