Question

eat right for health
directions list the six kinds of nutrients your body needs.
for energy

1. ______________
2. ______________
3. ______________
4. ______________
5. for life activities
6. ______________

directions write the word or words needed to complete each sentence.

1. the types and amounts of foods you eat is called ______________.
2. about 70 percent of your body is made up of ______________.
3. the body cannot store ______________, which fights diseases and is found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, and potatoes.
4. the vitamin found in cabbage, spinach, and soybeans that helps blood clot is ______________.
5. calcium and phosphorus are ______________ that help build strong bones and teeth.
6. the ______________ shows you how to choose the right foods and the right amounts to eat.
7. the ______________ a food is on the pyramid, the more it should be eaten.
8. of all the food groups, you should use less ______________ than the other food groups.
9. a serving size of bread is one ______________.

Explanation:

For Energy (Nutrients for Energy)

1. Carbohydrates - Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of energy, broken down into glucose for immediate energy use or stored as glycogen.
2. Fats - Fats are a concentrated source of energy, providing long - term energy storage and insulation for the body.
3. Proteins - While proteins are mainly for growth and repair, they can also be used as an energy source when carbohydrates and fats are insufficient.

For Life Activities (Nutrients for Life Activities)

1. Vitamins - Vitamins are essential for various metabolic processes, enzyme function, and overall health (e.g., vitamin C for immune function, vitamin D for bone health).
2. Minerals - Minerals like calcium (bone health), iron (oxygen transport), and potassium (nerve function) are crucial for bodily functions.
3. Water - Water is vital for hydration, transporting nutrients, regulating body temperature, and removing waste.

Sentence Completion Answers

1. The types and amounts of foods you eat is called diet.
2. About 70 percent of your body is made up of water.
3. The body cannot store vitamin C, which fights diseases and is found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, and potatoes.
4. The vitamin found in cabbage, spinach, and soybeans that helps blood clot is vitamin K.
5. Calcium and phosphorus are minerals that help build strong bones and teeth.
6. The food pyramid (or MyPlate) shows you how to choose the right foods and the right amounts to eat.
7. The lower a food is on the pyramid, the more it should be eaten (foods at the base, like grains, are meant to be consumed in larger quantities).
8. Of all the food groups, you should use less fats, oils, and sweets than the other food groups (these are typically high - calorie and low - nutrient density).
9. A serving size of bread is one slice.

Answer:

For Energy (Nutrients for Energy)

1. Carbohydrates - Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of energy, broken down into glucose for immediate energy use or stored as glycogen.
2. Fats - Fats are a concentrated source of energy, providing long - term energy storage and insulation for the body.
3. Proteins - While proteins are mainly for growth and repair, they can also be used as an energy source when carbohydrates and fats are insufficient.

For Life Activities (Nutrients for Life Activities)

1. Vitamins - Vitamins are essential for various metabolic processes, enzyme function, and overall health (e.g., vitamin C for immune function, vitamin D for bone health).
2. Minerals - Minerals like calcium (bone health), iron (oxygen transport), and potassium (nerve function) are crucial for bodily functions.
3. Water - Water is vital for hydration, transporting nutrients, regulating body temperature, and removing waste.

Sentence Completion Answers

1. The types and amounts of foods you eat is called diet.
2. About 70 percent of your body is made up of water.
3. The body cannot store vitamin C, which fights diseases and is found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, and potatoes.
4. The vitamin found in cabbage, spinach, and soybeans that helps blood clot is vitamin K.
5. Calcium and phosphorus are minerals that help build strong bones and teeth.
6. The food pyramid (or MyPlate) shows you how to choose the right foods and the right amounts to eat.
7. The lower a food is on the pyramid, the more it should be eaten (foods at the base, like grains, are meant to be consumed in larger quantities).
8. Of all the food groups, you should use less fats, oils, and sweets than the other food groups (these are typically high - calorie and low - nutrient density).
9. A serving size of bread is one slice.