Nutrition

What are nutrients?

• substances that provide nourishment that is essential for our body to grow and work properly

• important substances found only in vegetables

• fluid that transports water and oxygen to the body

• good stuff in sports drinks

The 6 main nutrients are: water, carbohydrates, protein, minerals and

• fats and iron

• vitamins and fats

• vitamins and iron

• sugar and lactose

Which of the following is a macronutrient

• vitamins

• water

• minerals

• protein

Which of the following is a micronutrient

• water

• protein

• carbohydrates

• fats

Which nutrient is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood.

• iron

• calcium

• protein

• sodium

Trans Fats are found in many foods and have some nutritional value.

• True

• False

, This nutrient is the first source of fuel when your body needs energy.

• Fats

• Water

• Minerals

• Carbohydrates

There are __________ vitamins that your body needs.

• 9

• 13

• 11

• 4

This micronutrient is absolutely essential for everyday life.

• protein

• fats

• water

• carbs

Your urine can help tell if you are hydrated. If your urine is a pale, light yellow then it means you are severely dehydrated.

• True

• False