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Heath Unit 1
Unit 1
21
Fitness
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11/14/2020

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Your esophagus does which of the following functions
Definition
smooth muscles push the food in the correct direction.
Term
MOUTH
Definition
Chewing breaks down the food into pieces that are more easily digested.
Term
SMALL INTESTINES
Definition
They absorb the nutrients and minerals in the food using their villi
Term
PANCREAS
Definition
breaks down the food and releases hormones such as insulin.
Term
Liver
Definition
filter the blood coming from the digestive tract, before passing it to the rest of the body
Term
LARGE INTESTINES
Definition
The main function is to absorb water and electrolytes from the remaining indigestible food matter.
Term
What are the 5 main food groups?
Definition
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, dairy
Term
Example of Fruit
Definition
Apples, grapes, oranges
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Example of vegetables
Definition
spinach, carrots, peas
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Examples of grains
Definition
Oats, rice , bread
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Examples of protein
Definition
meats, fish, eggs
Term
example of dairy
Definition
milk, yogurt, cheese
Term
What is my plate?
Definition
a food circle, that shows a place seating with a plate and glass dividing into the five foods.
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Why do we need food labels?
Definition
Learning how to read and understand food labels can help you make healthier choices
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Your Stomach does which of the following functions
Definition
There is HCL acid which helps break down the food
Term
which of the following is NOT part of the MyPlate food groups
Definition
carbohydrates
Term
food labels
Definition
Provides us with the information that is inside the food
Term
Bread and rice are examples of which macronutrient
Definition
carbohydrate
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Which macronutrient provides our body with energy
Definition
carbohydrates
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This macronutrient provides the body with insulation and protection
Definition
fats
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this macronutrient allows our body to repair and rebuild soft tissue and muscle
Definition
protein
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