Food & Nutrition Review

The substances that the body needs to regulate bodily functions, promote growth, repair body tissues, and obtain energy are called _______.

• liquids

• nutrients

• exercises

The process by which the body takes in and uses nutrients is _____.

• Nutrition

• Energy

• Digestion

• Sleeping

______ are a unit of measurement of the amount of energy that is released when a nutrient is broken down.

• Metabolism

• Carbohydrates

• Calories

• Kilometer

How many classes of nutrients are there?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Which of the following are nutrients that provide us with energy (in the form of calories)?

• Carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Proteins

• Fat

• Vitamins

Which of the following are nutrients that do NOT provide us with energy but assist in performing other essential functions?

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Water

• Fats

__________ supply the body with energy, form cells, maintain body temperature and protect nerves. Compared to carbohydrates, they contain twice as many calories.

• Fats

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

____________ is an important nutrient that is necessary in the growth and repair of the body's tissues.

• Water

• Fat

• Protein

There are two types of _________________. Simple provide us with quick bursts of energy while Complex provide long-term sustained energy.

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

Which fat is considered "bad fat," is typically solid at room temperature, and can lead heart disease?

• Unsaturated Fat

• Saturated Fat