The 6 food groups Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is the recommended serving size for grains?
6-11 servings.
What is the recommended serving size for vegetables?
1-3 servings.
What is the recommended serving size for fruit?
2-3 servings.
What is the recommended serving size for dairy products?
2-3 servings.
What is the recommended serving size for meats and alternatives?
2-3 servings.
What is the recommended serving size for fats/oils/sugar?
Use in moderation.
What nutrient is found in meats and alternatives?
Protein.
What nutrient is found in dairy?
Calcium.
What nutrient is found in fruits?
Vitamins, minerals, fiber.
What nutrient is found in fats/oils/sugars?
Omega 3,6,9, vitamins A,D,E,K.
What nutrient is found in vegetables?
Vitamins, minerals.
What nutrient is found in grains?
Carbohydrates, iron, folic acid.
What does protein do?
Builds muscle, repairs tissue, maintains body functions.
What do carbohydrates do?
Provides energy/heat, fiber aids digestion.
What does calcium do?
Builds strong teeth/bones.
What does iron do?
Essential part of hemoglobin, carries oxygen in blood.
What do fats & lipids do?
Provides heat/energy.
What does phosphorus do?
Builds strong bones/teeth, helps maintain cells/tissues, works with vitamin B.
What is vitamin A good for?
Healthy eyes, skin, mucous membranes.
What is vitamin E good for?
It is a powerful anti-oxidant, and helps cell membranes be healthy.
What is vitamin D good for?
Helps with absorption of calcium, builds strong bones and teeth.
What is vitamin K good for?
Helps with blood clotting.
What is vitamin C good for?
Protects body against disease, helps to heal wounds, important in connective tissue.
What is vitamin B good for?
Important in metabolism(releasing energy from food), important in cell growth.
