Intro to Nutrition Present

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of nutrition in the human body?

• It only affects your weight.

• It helps your body work properly, including your heart, muscles, and brain.

• It is only important for athletes.

• It is not related to how you feel.

Open Ended

Why is understanding nutrition important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the difference between hunger and appetite?

• Hunger is a physical need for food, while appetite is a desire to eat based on external cues.

• Hunger is caused by seeing food, while appetite is caused by a rumbling stomach.

• Appetite is only present when you are sick, while hunger is always present.

• Hunger and appetite mean the same thing.

Open Ended

Explain why essential nutrients are important for the body and how metabolism is related to these nutrients.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered macronutrients?

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Fats

Open Ended

What percentage of your total daily calories should come from protein, and what are some common sources of protein?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of fiber in the diet?

• Aids digestion

• Provides quick energy

• Lowers cholesterol

• Helps prevent overeating

Open Ended

Describe one type of fat and it's characteristics.

Open Ended

Describe one type of vitamin and its impact on how your body functions.

Multiple Choice

Calcium is a mineral that people need to help with

• Strong bones & Teeth

• blood clotting

• skin dryness

• none of the above

Open Ended

Describe how you can make smart nutrition choices.