Foods II Nutrients- Obj. 2.01

Kalani is putting together recipes for cooking lean protein sources for a community event. Which recipe would be best to include?

• grilled Tuna kebabs with pineapple

• grilled beef cheeseburger

• buffalo chicken dip with fried chips

• smoked pork belly tacos

Which source of water is the lowest in calories?

• decaffeinated drinks

• tap water

• fruits and vegetables

• Gator Aid

Which protein food would provide all nine essential amino acids?

• almonds

• tuna

• peanuts

• black-eyed peas

Which are most likely to have high amounts of trans fats?

• citrus fruits

• fast foods

• lean meats

• vegetables

Dietary fiber is essential to digestion and metabolism because:

• it contributes to the breaking down of carbohydrates.

• it helps contribute to a healthy bowel system, lowers cholesterol, helps control blood sugar levels, and helps maintain a healthy weight.

• it helps eliminate amino acids from the body.

• it serves as the transportation system throughout the bloodstream.

An important function of water in the body is to:

• add calories to diet

• help with food digestion

• protect internal organs

• supply all energy

How does eating foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids impact the body?

• may help one to gain weight

• may help one to lose weight

• may give one enrgy

• may lower the risk of hear disease

Which food pairing provides the least complete protein?

• peas and carrots

• beef and chicken

• dried beans and rice

• yogurt and flax seeds

Jason is trying to build muscle by consuming excessive amounts of protein. How is this likely to impact the body?

• The extra protein will be converted back to amino acids.

• The extra protein will convert to fat and be stored in the fatty tissues of the body.

• Excess protein will be stored in the blood.

• Excess protein will be stored in the muscles for later use

Dark-colored urine, dryness of the mouth, weakness, and an increased pulse rate are results of not consuming enough:

• water

• carbohydrates

• protein

• vitamins