Essential Nutrients

Which choice is NOT one of the essential nutrients?

• Protein
• Cholesterol
• Water
• Minerals

Na or Sodium is another name for.....

• Salt
• Salsa
• Sugar
• Saline 

_____ is/are the body's main or 1st choice of energy

• Water
• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Fats

Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are health sources of....

• Fiber
• Protein
• Minerals
• Fat

This essential nutrient helps repair skin and build muscle.

• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Water
• Fat

Ashley is getting ready for her soccer game, which nutrient will give her body the main fuel for her game? 

• Fat
• Water
• Multi-vitamin
• Carbohydrates

Which of the following sources of milk are highest in calcium content?

• Whole milk
• 2% milk
• Skim milk
• All milk has the same

Peanut Butter and Eggs are part of which of the following food group…

• Grains
• Protein
• Dairy
• Empty calories

This essential nutrient helps regulate body temperature, provide insulation, cushion vital organs and serve as a reserve supply of energy. 

• Minerals
• Carbohydrates
• Fats
• Vitamins

Although this nutrient is needed only in tiny amounts, it is essential to good health.  This particular nutrient helps your body function properly and process other nutrients.

• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water
• Proteins