5th Grade nutrition

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

• water

• minerals

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

• water

• minerals

Which nutrient supplies the most calories per gram? 

• carbohydrates

• fats

• protein

• water

Identify the type of vitamin that is stored in the body. 

• fat soluble 

• water soluble 

• protein soluble 

• carbohydrate soluble 

Which of the following is true about most fast foods? 

• they are low in nutrient density 

• they are high in fat and calories 

• they are low in vitamins and minerals 

• all of the above  

What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods? 

• to learn the food label

• to provide all the nutrients you need 

• to keep from getting bored with your diet 

• to help improve physical fitness 

Modify the following statement to make it true: The body uses vitamin C to transport and absorb calcium.

• The body uses vitamin D to transport and absorb calcium.

• The body uses vitamin A to transport and absorb calcium

• The body uses vitamin E to transport and absorb calcium

• The body uses vitamin K to transport and absorb calcium

An athlete is preparing to run a marathon (26.2 miles), decide which of the following meals she should eat the night before to provide the most energy for the race?

• eat a steak and drink a coffee

• load up on candy bars and chips

• eat pasta and drink water

• eat a bowl of cereal and drink an energy drink

How many calories would you consume if you ate the entire product? 

• 50

• 200

• 990

• 110

A chemical compound made up of one or more simple sugar e.g. bread, rice, pasta

• Protein

• Water

• Fat

• Carbohydrates