Chapter 8 (Healthy Eating)

The mineral needed for proper formation and functioning of red blood cells

• calcium

• Iron

• copper

• chloride

The body consists of 50 – 70 percent

According to MyPlate, what should make up the majority of the food you eat

• lettuce

• water

• grains

• protein

An example of a food high in complex carbohydrate and fiber is what

• whole-grain bread

• meat

• vegetables

• dairy

Foods that contain high amounts of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients while also being low in calories are called what

• Nutrient Thin foods.

• Nutrient Dense foods.

Calories that come from added sugar or added fat are called

Saturated fat is found in _________ and is generally solid at _______.

• vegan products, a hot temperature

• animal products, room temperature

• animal products, a cold temperature

• vegan products, room temperature

If a food contains 120 calories and there are two servings in the package, how many calories would you consume if ate the entire package?

• 242 calories

• 420 calories

• 140 calories

• 240 calories

An example of a nutrient claim found on food labels is:

• helps prevent osteoporosis

• helps prevent scoliosis

• helps prevent bursitis

• helps prevent fracture

Many people get too much​ ________ in their diets because it is a preservative commonly added to foods.

• salt

• pepper

• grains

• unsaturated fats