Nutrition Review 6 essential nutrients

How many essential nutrients are there?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

Which is not one of the 6 essential nutrients?

• Proteins

• Carbohydratres

• Cholesterol

• Fats

Consuming to much cholesterol can lead to...

• Extra Fat

• Build up in the arteries

• Poor Vision

• Being in Shape

Metabolism is the chemical process by which your body breaks down food to release energy.

• True

• False

What nutrient is the body's main source of energy?

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Caffeine

Which type of fats are normally solid at room temperature?

• Saturated fats

• Unsaturated Fats

• Trans Fats

• Yummy Fats

The fat-soluble vitamins are?

• A,D,B,K

• D,E,K,C

• A,D,E,K

• A,E,K,C

Water occupies _______% of the body.

• 25% - 30 %

• 35% - 50%

• 55% - 75%

• 75% - 95%

Micro-minerals are needed in greater amounts.

• True

• False

The term essential means....

• unimportant

• insignificant

• extra

• necessary / needed