30.2 Food and Nutrition

Reading the food label can help you compare products, make healthier choices and provide valuable information to people with food allergies. 

• True
• False

Which nutrient is required for the growth and repair of body tissues?

• Protein
• Fat
• Carbohydrate
• Water

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

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Which nutrient is an excellent source of energy?

• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water
• Carbohydrate

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NGSS.HS-LS1-7

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Which nutrient is essential for ALL life processes.

• Water
• Vitamins
• Fat
• Carbohydrate

What is the unit used to measure energy content in food/drinks?

• Grams
• BMI
• Pounds
• Calories

What percentage of your daily value of sodium does this product provide?

• 12%
• 3%   
• 11%
• 15%

Define the term 'balanced diet'.

• A diet containing some nutrients in the correct proportions.
• A diet containing most nutrients in the correct proportions.
• A diet containing none nutrients in the correct proportions.
• A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.

Which nutrient provides the most amount of energy per gram?

• Carbohydrate
• Fats
• Protein
• Vitamin

_________________ is necessary to building maintenance and repair of body tissue.

• sugar

• protein

• salt

• oil

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

The best protein choice would be?

• onion rings

• grains

• chicken

• hormones