Nutrition and Eating Disorders Study Guide

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

• carbohydrates
• vitamins
• water
• minerals

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

• vitamins
• fats
• proteins
• carbohydrates

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 

The basic building block of a carbohydrate is a _____________ molecule. 

• sugar
• calcium
• sodium

Which of the following is the body’s physical response for the need of food? 

• appetite
• hunger
• craving

Instead of the food pyramid, we now have

• Portion control
• Weight Watchers
• Choose My Weight
• Choose My Plate

Name a food high in sugar.

• salad dressing

• soy sauce

• pop

Name a food high in salt.

• salad dressing

• soy sauce

• pop