Nutrition Assessment 1

1) Nutrients are substances in food that provide your body with ___________ (page 72)

• muscles.

• exercise.

• energy.

• all the above.

2) Your saliva contains enzymes, which are ________________ that break down foods to release nutrients. Different enzymes are needed to digest different foods. (page 73)

• liquids

• proteins

• chemicals

• nutrients

3) Most of the energy your body needs comes from nutrients called __________________. The carbohydrates we eat most are sugars and starches. (page 74)

• fats

• carbohydrates

• nutrients

• all the above

4) The nutrients that contain the most energy are ___________. Plants, animals, and people store excess energy as fats. (page 74)

• starches

• sugar

• fats

• nutrients

5) ____________ are the building blocks of your body. Your body uses proteins to build and repair cells. (page 75)

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Nutrients

6) In addition to carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, there are other nutrients that your body needs in smaller amounts. _________ are nutrients that help your body perform specific functions. (page 76)

• Sugars

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Calcium

7) ___________ are another kind of nutrient, helping your body to grow and work. They help keep your bones and teeth strong. (page 76)

• Calcium

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Grains

8) Vitamin ___ keeps your skin and eyes healthy. It is found in yellow and orange vegetables, tomatoes, and leafy green vegetables. (page 76)

• A

• B

• C

• D

9) ___________ is the nutrient your body needs the most. You need it to digest food, to transport nutrients to your cells, and to build new cells. It helps keep your body temperature stable by sweating when you get too hot. (page 77)

• Vitamin

• Mineral

• Water

• Fiber

10) ___________ is another part of a healthful diet. Your body needs fiber to help move other foods through the digestive system. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and whole grains are all high in fiber. (page 77)

• Vitamin

• Mineral

• Water

• Fiber