1. Y.U2 Flash Nutrition

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3. The study of the nutrients in food and how they nourish the body is called 1

4. nutrition 1

5. Dry beans, rice, and oatmeal are considered what type of carbohydrate? 2

6. Complex. 2

7. _______________ are the body’s main energy source. 3

8. Carbohydrates 3

9. What allows glucose, or blood sugar, to travel throughout the body for energy use? 4

10. Insulin 4

11. What is the chemical process that causes unsaturated fats to spoil? 5

12. Oxidation 5

13. The process that alters the physical properties of fats and makes them stay fresh longer is called 6

14. hydrogenation 6

15. Butter, lard, and meat are sources of which type of fat? 7

16. Saturated 7

17. Which nutrient is needed to build new cells and repair injured ones? 8

18. Proteins 8

19. Macaroni and cheese is an example of which type of protein? 9

20. Complementary 9

21. Chemical compounds found in food that are needed for regulating metabolic processes are called 10

22. vitamins. 10

23. Sodium and _________ are needed for maintaining the body’s water balance. 11

24. potassium 11

25. Which mineral is essential for replenishing red blood cells? 12

26. Iron 12

27. What percentage of the human body is water by weight? 13

28. 55 to 65 13

29. The process of breaking down food into its simplest parts so that it can be absorbed is called 14

30. digestion. 14

31. The daily nutrient standards established by the U.S. government are called 15

32. Recommended Dietary Allowances. 15

33. Which type of vegetarian consumes vegetarian items plus dairy products and eggs? 16

34. Lacto-ovo 16

35. What condition occurs when the body does not get enough nutrients? 17

36. Malnutrition 17

37. What is the condition in which the body cannot regulate blood sugar properly? 18

38. Diabetes 18

39. What is the proper temperature range for a storeroom? 19

40. 50°F to 70°F 19

41. Chemicals that kill insects and other plant pests are called 20

42. pesticides. 20

43. What nutrients are lost when meat is cooked too long? 21

44. Thiamin and vitamin B 6 21

45. What are proteins made of? 22

46. Amino acids 22

47. Energy from food is measured in units called 23

48. calories. 23

49. What substance found in food promotes digestive health and regularity? 24

50. Fiber 24

51. Baked potatoes, cereal, and honey are good sources of 25

52. carbohydrates. 25

53. What is the only source of energy for the brain and nervous system? 26

54. Glucose 26

55. Which organ produces insulin? 27

56. Pancreas 27

57. Where in the body is cholesterol made? 28

58. Liver 28

59. Sunflower, soybean, and fish oils are sources of which type of fat? 29

60. Polyunsaturated 29

61. Proteins provide the building blocks in the form of 30

62. amino acids. 30

63. How many amino acids can be found in food? 31

64. 20 31

65. Which minerals help build strong bones and teeth? 32

66. Calcium and phosphorous 32

67. Red beans and rice combined is an example of a __________ protein. 33

68. complimentary 33

69. Which type of vegetarian consumes only grains, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts, and seeds? 34

70. Vegan 34

71. Vegans need to supplement their diet with a source of which vitamin? 35

72. B

73. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, what percentage of U.S. children and teens aged 6 to 19 are obese? 36

74. 16 36

75. What condition causes the bones to gradually lose their minerals and become weak and fragile? 37

76. Osteoporosis 37

77. Which type of disease affects the heart and blood vessels and combined is the number one leading cause of death in the United States? 38

78. Cardiovascular 38

79. Products that have been produced without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers are called 39

80. organic 39

81. Chemicals that aid the body in fighting or preventing diseases are called 40

82. phytochemicals. 40