The 6 Essential Nutrients & 5 Food Groups

Which nutrient is your body's main source of energy?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Minerals

Which nutrient helps you fight off infections?

• Vitamins

• Water

• Minerals

• Protein

Which nutrient helps your body grow and repairs cells?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

• Vitamins

How many essential nutrients are there?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

How does your body get the nutrients it needs?

• Foods we eat

• Supplements you take

Which nutrient makes up 60% of your body and is necessary for survival?

• Water

• Minerals

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

Macronutrients are nutrients needed in large amounts.

• True

• False

Your hair, skin, and muscles are made of proteins.

• True

• False

We need to eat a variety of foods because one food does not have all the nutrients.

• True

• False

Which essential nutrient helps to insulate the body and protect organs?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Protein

• Minerals