1.1 - Function of nutrients

What is the function of carbohydrates?

• Give us energy

• Help maintain strong bones

• Growth and repair of skin

• None of the above

Vitamin E is an antioxidant?

• True

• False

Which of these foods are rich in protein?

• Meat

• Fish

• Eggs

• All of the above

Eating a recommended amount of fibre prevents bowel cancer

• True

• False

How much water is there (in %) is there water in your body?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

Which of these is not a source of fat

• Oil

• Jam

• Nuts

• Avocado

The function of protein is

• Protect the body

• Provide the main source of energy

• To help growth and repair of tissue

• To aid the immune system

Which of these is not a function of fats

• Protection

• Transport fat soluble vitamins

• Keep you warm

• Help keep your skin healthy

Carbohydrates are sugar molecules bound together

• True

• False

Which of these is not a vegan alternative for protein

• Quorn

• Soya

• Eggs

• Tofu