Essential Nutrients

Essential Nutrients, Energy Balance, and Positive Body Image

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Which are examples of healthy fats? Choose ALL that apply.

• Avocado

• Nuts

• Olive Oil

• Bacon Grease

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What function do proteins play in the body? Choose one.

• A good source of fiber

• Lubricates joints

• Boost brain function

• Help build healthy muscle

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Brown rice, oatmeal, and couscous are good nutrients for (choose one)

• Quick energy

• Building muscle

• Helping regulate body temperature

• Improved brain function

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Which nutrient is about 60% of your total body makeup? Choose one.

• Fat

• Protein

• Water

• Carbohydrates

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A, B6, C, and D are all nutrients that (choose two)

• Keeps the digestive system healthy

• Can boost your immune system

• Are all vitamins

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Healthy fats... (choose one)

• Are the main component of cell walls

• Supports hair, skin, nails, and teeth

• Heals cuts and wounds

• Is recommended to be 45 - 65% of your daily calories

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Fruits and vegetables are classified as carbohydrates because (choose two)

• They contain water

• They contain simple sugars

• They are recommended to be 10 - 30% of your daily calorie intake

• They contain fiber

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If your calorie intake was about 1,500/day, and your calorie expenditure was around 1,100/day, what would be the result if this were consistent over time? Choose one.

• You would probably lose weight

• You would probably gain weight

• You would have an energy balance

• None of the above

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Your somatotype can be a target for body shaming. How could you promote a positive self-image to deflect negative comments? Choose ALL that apply.

• Surround yourself with people who are body-positive

• Find something about yourself that you like and accentuate it

• Throw insults back at those who make you feel bad

• Ignore somatotypes altogether and like yourself and others for your inner qualities