Nutrient Pop Quiz

Which nutrient does not provide energy?

• fat

• carbohydrates

• protein

• water

What is the primary function of PROTEINS

• Growth and repair of body tissues

• Allows each cell in the body to do its work - as important as air

• Stored Energy

• Triggers chemical reactions

Which nutrient is our body's MAIN source of energy?

• Carbohydrates
• Fats
• Water
• Minerals

What does saturated fat do?

• Help with digestion of food.
• Provide quick bursts of energy.
• Provides us with essential nutrients.
• Raise cholesterol.

Substances in food that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life are called nutrients. What are the 6 nutrients?

• Carbohydrates, Meats, Minerals, Water, Protein, and Dairy

• Fruits, Milk, Vitamins, Water, Pork, and Vitamins

• Carbohydrates, Fats, Water, Protein, Minerals and Vitamins

• Carbohydrates, Fats, Minerals, Cheese, Protein, and Vegetables

What measures energy in food?

• Calories
• Ruler
• Thermometer
• Food label

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

• Proteins
• Fats
• Minerals
• Nutrients

Water

• Gives us energy
• Helps body to absorb fat
• Carries nutrients around body
• Is not a nutrient

What is the difference between fat soluble and water soluble vitamins?

• Water-soluble are stored and absorbed, and Fat- soluble must be replenished daily.

• Fat-soluble and Water-soluble are the same we use them daily and need to replenish daily.

• Fat -soluble are stored and absorbed, and water- soluble dissolve in water and must be replenished daily.

• Water-soluble are stored and also dissolve in water, and Fat-soluble dissolve in water and pass in the bloodstream.

How can you tell what the main ingredient in a food is?

• the first ingredient on the food label
• the last ingredient on the food lable
• the one with the highest percentage
• the amount of calories