Nutrition

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

• carbohydrates
• vitamins
• water
• minerals

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 

Calcium is found in milk products and is an example of a _________.

• mineral
• calories
• vitamins
• fiber

Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are the three main energy nutrients.

• True
• False

Fats give a person the greatest number of calories from the amount of food eaten.

• True
• False

Most sugary foods, such as candy have few other nutrients in them.

• True
• False

How would you know if you are eating a balanced diet?

• You get sick often
• You are choosing foods from each food group daily.
• You are feeling tired and drowsy.

Two healthy foods whose key nutrient is protein are

• Turkey and Fish
• Carrot and Celery
• Milk and Blueberries

Two healthy foods whose key nutrient is carbohydrates

• pasta and whole wheat bread
• Meat and Beans
• Cheese and Tomato

How many food groups are there?

• 3

• 6

• 4

• 5