| A | B |
|---|
| a diet that provides the proper amount of foods from each food group (fats, cabs, proteins) | balanced diet |
| a nutrient that provides the main source of energy for your body (bread, rice & pasta) | carbohydrate |
| a measure of the energy content in food; eating too many of these can lead to weight gain | calorie |
| a fatty substance that is in dairy and animals products. It is made by your body and too much in the bloodstream can lead to heart disease. | cholesterol |
| has no calories or nutritional value, but helps with digestion | dietary fiber |
| a nutrient that provides energy and gives food flavor | fat |
| a group of foods with similar nutrients (grains, fruits, vegetables, milk, and meat/beans) | food group |
| the U. S. Government's guide that groups foods by the kinds of nutrients they contain | MyPyramid |
| a label on a food package that give information about the major nutrients in the food; helps us make healthy food choices | Nutrition Facts Label |
| a nutrient needed to build, grow, and repair body cells (meat and beans) | protein |
| a specific amount or helping of food | serving size |
| artifical fats that increase the risk of health problems | trans fats |
| an important mineral for healthy bones and teeth (milk products) | calcium |
| another word for sugar; foods high in sugar usually high in calories | sucrose |
| any substance needed by your body for energy and growth | nutrient |
| another word for salt | sodium |
| eating foods that supply the carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals needed | good nutrition |
| planning daily meals and snacks to get all the nutrients you need | healthy diet |
| contain fats that body cells need in small amounts (fish, nuts, & other foods) | oil |
| important nutrient; keeps us hydrated | water |
