Questions Kids ask most (Continued):

 

What is fat? - Your body needs some fat for energy, but eating too much fat can cause health problems, especially saturated fats. Example of foods with saturated fat include: whole milk, cheese, ice cream, and meats like hotdogs and hamburgers.

 

What is fiber?  - Fiber is the part of plants that your body can’t digest. Some great sources of fiber are fruits, vegetables, whole grains, oatmeal, and legumes.  You can go to Fruit & Vegetables High in Fiber for more information.

 

What are vitamins? - Vitamins are substances in the foods we eat that help keep us healthy.  There are 14 vitamins your body needs to stay healthy.  Colorful fruits and vegetables provide many important vitamins like A and C.

 

· Vitamin A— Keeps your eyes healthy! Vitamin A is found in carrots, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, and collards.  You can go to Fruits & Vegetables High in Vitamins A for more information.

· Vitamin C—helps heal your scrapes and bruises, and keeps you immune system strong!

Great sources of vitamin C are oranges, tangerines, bananas, berries, tomatoes, potatoes, green and red peppers, broccoli, and spinach.  One medium orange provides 130% of vitamin C recommended every day for good health.  Cool! You can go to Fruits & Vegetables High in Vitamin C for more information.

 

What are minerals? - Minerals are substances in the foods we eat that help keep us healthy.  There are 16 minerals your body needs to stay healthy including calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride and sulfur. Calcium, phosphorous and magnesium help build strong bones and healthy teeth.  Sodium, potassium, and chloride help move water in and out of your body’s cells.

 

What are phytochemicals? - Pronounced, “fight-o-chemicals”, phytochemicicals fight to protect your health! Phytochemicals give fruits and vegetables their bright colors.  They also work with vitamins and minerals to keep your body healthy. Wow! You can increase your “phyto-power” by eating lots of colorful fruits and vegetables every day. Check out What’s Hot for more great information!

 

Why drink water? - Did you know your body is 72% water?  Your body can lose about 10 cups of fluid each day through sweating, going to the bathroom—even by breathing. What is lost must be replaced! So drink up...8—8 oz. glasses (that’s a half gallon) of water to be exact!  It’s especially important to drink water after playing outside on a hot day!

 

Why is Physical Activity Important? - Physical activity helps keep your body—and mind—healthy. After a challenging activity your heart is happy, your muscles are strong, your body looks fit, and most importantly you feel great!  Being active 30 minutes every day is just as important as eating 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables.  Find out how you can Be A Fit 5 A Day Kid!

 

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