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

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

• fat soluble 
• water soluble 
• protein soluble 
• carbohydrate soluble 

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

Why would a person want to limit their intake of sodium (salt)?

• sodium weakens bones and teeth
• sodium can lead to high blood pressure
• sodium is linked to cancer
• sodium causes a person to be diabetic 

If a student is looking at the ingredient list on a food label and water is listed first, she would know that________________________

• water weighs the most in the product
• water weighs the least in the product 
• the list is in no particular order  

What food group is NOT located on the “my plate” guide?

• meat, fruit, grains 
• fruit, meat, protein 
• grains, vegetables, protein  
• fats, oils, and sweets  

A student ate a chicken breast, green beans, brown rice and a glass of milk for dinner.  According to “MyPlate.gov” which food group is not included in her meal?

• vegetables
• fruits
• protein
• grains

_______________is used to build and repair muscle.

• carbohydrates

• fiber

• protein

• fat

______________ carbohydrates supply longer lasting energy.

• simple
• complex