Foods test 2# Flashcards
(30 cards)
Food literate meaning?
A) Knowing the food system
B) having an degree in Food
C) Know the Canadian food guide requirements
A) Knowing the food système
CFG purpose?
A) To influence people to lose weight
B) To help people follow a healthy eating habits
C) Avoiding to buy store bought food
To help people follow a healthy eating habits
New msgs of CFG:
-prioritize veggies & fruits
what is the meaning of nurition vs Health
-healthy, promoting good health and well-being
-nutrition, focuse on provding essential nutrients
How many nutrients is there
6
What are the differences between macro-nutrients and micro nutrients
-macro nutrient: energy and structure
-Micronutrient: keeps body funcioning
Carbohydrates)
What is simple
-sugar
-short-term, fast energy
Carbohydrates)
What is complex
-starch + fiber
-Long-term energy
what foods contain simple carbs
-Sugars
-Fruit juice
-Honey
what foods contain Fibers
-Beans
-Whole grain
-Skin of fruit & vegs
what foods contain starch
-Sweet potato
- Cereals
-Pasta
How many carbs do you need?
2000/day
What are the main roles of protein in our body.
-Repair
-Replace
-Make new cells
whats the differences between complete and incomplete proteins?
- complete: contains all 9 essential amino acids
-incomplete: Missing or low in at least one of the 9 essential acids
Can protein be stored?
NOT STORED
-needs to be consumed everyday throughout the day
What are 3 new things said in the new CFG
- % of daily food, need 50% of vegs & fruits
-variety of food sources contain Protein
-2 types , choose plant based more
How much protein you need?
25g/ per meal (x3 meals)
What are the pros of protein supplements?
-time, can be taken on the go
What are the key function in our body of FATS
-concentrated engergy sources
-absorbs fat-soluble vitamins
-insulates body against extreme temp.
-protects vital organ
what are the 4 types of fats
1.Unsaturated fats
-Saturated fats
-trans-fats
-Cholesterol
Whats the definition of cholestrol, and the 3 types
helps make vitamin D, cell membrane, Hormones
- Good (HDL) prevents blockage in your artery wall by carrying
- Bad (LDL)
causes blockage
-Saturated
equal bad equal good
what is the difference between monosaturated and polyunsaturated fats?
Mono- Source oils, reduce risk of heart diseases.
Poly- omega 3, omega 6
-whats the benefits of water
-carry oxygene
-removes waste
-regulate body temp.
what are 3 disease and what vitamin deficiency
- Scurvy-vitamin C deficiency
2.Night Blindness- vitamin A deficiency
3.Rickets- Vitamin D deficiency
