Carbs and Fats and Other Stuff

The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called

• grams
• calories
• ounces
• pounds

The chemical process by which your body breaks down food to release energy is called

• metabolism
• nutrition
• saturation
• constipation

What is the main role of carbohydrates?

• protecting your nerves
• forming your cells
• maintaining body temperature
• supplying energy for your body's functions

Very heavy perspiring or severe diarrhea can result in a serious reduction in the body's water content known as 

• anemia
• homeostasis
• scurvy
• dehydration

According to the MyPlate plan, what should make up the smallest portion of a teenager's diet?

• Grains
• Protein
• Vegetables
• Dairy

Which of the following is the best advice for eating a healthy diet?

• Obtain all of your protein from meat

• Drink lots of fruit juice

• Make at least half of the grains you eat whole grain

• Consume more solid fat than liquid fat

Fats should only make up_______ percent of your daily caloric intake

• 25-30

• 0-10

• 40-50

• 10-20

Carbohydrates should make up________ percent of your daily caloric intake.

• 20-45

• 10-25

• 60

• 40

Fat has 4 calories per gram

• True

• False

What is the number one selling movie of all time?

• Titanic

• Avatar

• Star Wars

• Avengers: Endgame