6 Nutrients and food groups

The substances in food that your body needs to grow, have energy, and stay healthy are called?

• Nutrients
• Proteins
• Vitamins
• Carbohydrates

Which nutrient is the number one energy source for the body?

• Grains
• Vegetables
• Carbohydrates
• Vitamins

Which nutrient helps rebuild and repair muscles?

• Dairy
• Sodium
• Carbohydrates
• Protein

Which nutrient insulates the body against the cold and protects internal organs?

• Proteins
• Fats
• Minerals
• Nutrients

Which nutrient helps control body functions such as digestion, metabolism, and wound healing?

• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water
• Vegetables

Which nutrient carries nutrients and oxygen throughout the body?

• Dairy
• Minerals
• Protein
• Water

Which nutrient contributes to water balance, metabolism, and muscle function?

• Protein
• Minerals
• Water
• Vitamins

Salt is also known as....

• Sugar
• Sodium
• Lodium
• Rodium

Prepackaged, frozen and canned foods typically contain high amounts of...

• Saltium
• Fiber
• Salt
• Beef

Foods such as pop and candy contain no nutritional value. What are these types of foods known as?

• Empty Calories
• Full Calories
• Pro Calories
• Burned Calories