Nutrition test (7th, 2020)

Why is nutrition important?

• part of a healthy lifestyle

• keeps the body functioning properly

• affects my cognitive and physical performance

• all of the above

Which foods are the most nutrient dense?

• Salmon, Kale and Potatoes

• Oreos, Cheetos and Soda

• Lemonade, cakes and cookies

• Salted peanuts, Gatorade, and Pudding

Using the Pop-Tart food Label, how many calories are in one serving?

• 7 g

• 210

• 60

• 420

How many Total Carbohydrates are there in 2 pastries (2 Pop-Tarts)

• 34 g

• 1 g

• 2 g

• 68 g

The benefit of eating foods high in iron is:

• Essential component of the hemoglobin and helps to transfer oxygen from the lungs to the tissues.

• Is a mineral that helps bones stay strong.

• Helps carry waste out of the body and lowers the risk cholesterol and some types of cancer

• the starches and sugars found in foods

The benefit of eating foods high in fiber is:

• Essential component of the hemoglobin and helps to transfer oxygen from the lungs to the tissues.

• Is a mineral that helps bones stay strong.

• Helps carry waste out of the body and lowers the risk cholesterol and some types of cancer

• the starches and sugars found in foods

The benefit of eating foods high in calcium is:

• Essential component of the hemoglobin and helps to transfer oxygen from the lungs to the tissues.

• Is a mineral that helps bones and teeth stay strong.

• Lower cholesterol and diabetes

• the starches and sugars found in foods

Breakfast provides you with the energy and nutrients that lead to increased concentration in the classroom.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of eating breakfast?

• Increased cognitive and physical performance

• Maintain a healthy weight

• Increase in energy

• Increase in accidents

What are the consequences of unhealthy food choices to the circulatory system?

• Increases risk for Atherosclerosis

• Increases Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Can cause death

• Both A and C

• Both A, B, and C