Form 2: Nutrition

Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are health sources of....

• Fiber
• Protein
• Minerals
• Fat

Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?

• vitamins
• fats
• proteins
• carbohydrates

Which of the following is true about most fast foods? 

• they are low in nutrient density 
• they are high in fat and calories 
• they are low in vitamins and minerals 
• all of the above  

What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods? 

• to learn the food label
• to provide all the nutrients you need 
• to keep from getting bored with your diet 
• to help improve physical fitness 

An athlete is preparing to run a marathon (26.2 miles), decide which of the following meals she should eat the night before to provide the most energy for the race?

• eat a steak and drink a coffee
• load up on candy bars and chips
• eat pasta and drink water
• eat a bowl of cereal and drink an energy drink

Why would a person want to limit their intake of sodium (salt)?

• sodium weakens bones and teeth
• sodium can lead to high blood pressure
• sodium is linked to cancer
• sodium causes a person to be diabetic 

If a person has a deficiency in Vitamin D and Calcium, they may have __________.  It may cause a person to have brittle bones.  

• scurvy
• Rickets
• Osteoporosis
• Anemia

If a person has a deficiency in Iron, they may have...

• scurvy
• Rickets
• Osteoporosis
• Anemia

How does calcium help our body?

• Builds muscle

• Helps eyesight

• Develops red blood cells

• Builds strong bones

Which nutrient is our body's most VITAL nutrient?

• Carbohydrates
• Vitamins
• Water
• Fats