Nutrients
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- Q1This specific nutrient provides calories; excess intake not burned by the body will be stored as body fat; it provides quick boosts of energy; healthy forms are found in foods with fiber like fruits (so as to avoid an insulin spike); unhealthy forms of this nutrient are refined and found in foods without much/if any fiber like candy, soda, baked goods, etc. because it will cause spikes in insulin (leading to the "crash," and for some, easy weight gain)Simple Carbs30s
- Q2This specific nutrient provides calories - excess amounts consumed that are not burned will be stored as body fat; it provides long lasting energy and is found in abundance in starchy vegetables and grains (healthier sources being whole grains)Complex Carbs30s
- Q3This specific nutrient provides calories, adds flavor, and is the healthiest of its kind; it increases your good cholesterol - although overall daily consumption should still be limited; it is found in things like olive oil, vegetable oil, fish, nuts, and legumesUnsaturated Fats30s
- Q4This nutrient provides calories, flavor, and a feeling of fullness; it can also increase your bad cholesterol which can increase the risk for heart disease; it is found in all animal related products (meat, eggs, dairy products unless skim, and in fish & nuts to a much smaller degree); it is also in few non-animal related products like coconut, avocado, palm and peanut oilsSaturated Fats30s
- Q5This nutrient has calories and is the least healthy of its kind; it lowers your good cholesterol and increases your bad cholesterol, thus increasing the risk for cardiovascular disease and other health problems; it is man-made turning liquids into solids, and can be found in some baked goods, fried foods, frozen foods, non-dairy creamsTrans-Fats30s
- Q6This nutrient provides calories; it helps with the repair of cells/tissue; it can be found in anything related to an animal (meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, etc.), as well as legumes, nuts, seeds, quinoa, etc.Protein30s
- Q7This nutrient is a mineral; it helps with strong bones and teeth, nerve functions, muscle contractions, and blood clotting; it is found in broccoli, dark green leafy veggies, and dairy products.Calcium30s
- Q8This nutrient is a mineral; it helps with the formation of healthy red blood cells (which transport oxygen); lack of it can make one anemic (one symptom being fatigue); it can be found in red meat, liver, dark green leafy veggies, whole grains, and legumesIron30s
- Q9This mineral promotes a healthy immune system and aids in the repair of wounds; sources include meat group food (like red meat, poultry, seafood, nuts, dairy products), and whole grainsZinc30s
- Q10This mineral helps with nerve functions, muscle functions, and a steady heart beat; it helps with the body's use of energy; sources include whole grains, nuts, green leafy veggies, potatoes, beans, avocados, bananas, and dairy productsMagnesium30s
- Q11This electrolyte mineral helps with muscle contractions, nerve functions, and heart and blood pressure functions; it helps prevent muscle cramps; sources include bananas, oranges, meat, sweet potatoes, potatoes, legumesPotassium30s
- Q12This nutrient is an electrolyte mineral; it helps with nerve functions and heart beat; too much of it can lead to hypertension (in most individuals); it is found in meats, dairy products, pre-packaged foods (for preservation purposes), soda, and "on the table"Sodium30s
- Q13This fat-soluble vitamin helps with healthy eyes (night vision/shades) and healthy skinVitamin A30s
- Q14This nutrient is a fat-soluble vitamin; it helps enhance mood and also helps the body absorb calcium and is therefore added to milk (fortified); it is also created by the body when in sunlightVitamin D30s
- Q15This fat-soluble vitamin helps protect cells and supports healthy red blood cells; it can be found in foods like fish, beans, nuts, dark green veggies, and whole grainsVitamin E30s