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