Basic Nutrition

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

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 

The amount of energy the body gets from food is measured in.

• Metabolism
• Diet
• Calories
• Protein

The three nutrients that provide the body with energy are:

• carbohydrate, fat, and protein

• calories, fat, and vitamins

• carbohydrate, vitamins, and fat

• calories, vitamins, and minerals

Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?

• vitamins
• fats
• proteins
• carbohydrates

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

• Water
• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Fats

Which food group does yogurt and milk belong in?

• protein
• vegetables
• fruit
• dairy

____________ this substance is very addictive and is added to almost every processed food.

• salt
• sugar
• msg
• pepper

______________ are very good for your immune system to be healthy and some can even fight cancer.

• Vegetables
• Meat
• Sugar
• Carbohydrates