Nutritional Principles

Which of the following is one of the Caribbean Six Food Groups?

• Dairy

• Legumes

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

Which of the following is an example of Staples?

• mangoes

• butter

• patchoi

• yams

Which of the following food groups provide energy?

• Staples & Fats

• Food From Animals

• Vegetables

• Legumes & Nuts

Which of the foolowing food groups has the largest serving on a plate?

• Legumes

• Staples

• Fruit

• Veghetables

A 'nutrient' can be defined as which of the following?

• Molecules in food that all organisms need to make energy, grow, develop, and reproduce

• The measurement of the amount of energy provided by food

• The right amount of food based on our energy requirements

• An assortment of foods from the Six Food Groups

Which of the following describes 'variety' in a diet?

• A wide selection of foods that you choose from to eat

• Eating the right amount of food based on our energy requirements

• An assortment of foods from the Six Food Groups

• The measurement of the amount of energy provided by food

Approximately how much salt is required in a daily diet?

• 1 teaspoon

• 2 teaspoons

• 1/2 teaspoon

• 1/4 teaspoon

Which of the following nutrients provides the best form of energy?

• fats

• minerals

• proteins

• carbohydrates

Which of the following describes a 'Sedentary Lifestyle'?

• To be physically active

• Not receiving regular amounts of physical activity

• Requiring large amounts af protein in your diet

• Being able to manage your portion sizes.

Which of the following people require the most energy?

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