6 Essential Nutrients and MyPlate Exam

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Which of the following is one of the six essential nutrients? Chemicals, Compounds, Enzymes, Water

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Water

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Which of the following foods is not a good source of dietary fiber? Apple, Chicken, Lentils, Popcorn

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Chicken

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Why are carbohydrates the body's preferred source of energy?

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They are used efficiently as fuel.

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Which nutrient builds and repairs body tissues?

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Proteins

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The basic structural units of proteins are: Lipids, Amino Acids, Monosaccharides, Disaccharides

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Amino Acids

Front

Proteins which contain the nine essential amino acids are known as:

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Complete proteins

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Fats can help to satisfy hunger.

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True

Front

What is a carbohydrate?

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main source of energy for your body

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What is a protein needed for?

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growth, body repair, muscle development

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Grains are a good source of...

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Carbohydrates