Nutrition

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

• carbohydrates
• vitamins
• water
• minerals

Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?

• vitamins
• fats
• proteins
• carbohydrates

Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram? 

• carbohydrates
• fats
• protein
• water

Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram? 

• carbohydrates
• fats
• protein
• water

This nutrient helps keep your bones and teeth strong

• vitamins

• carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Fats

Which nutrient carries nutrients to cells and waste from the body?

• carbohydrates
• proteins
• fats
• water

Organic compounds that control several body functions. e.g. A, C, K

• Carbohydrates
• Metabolism
• Vitamins
• Digestion

The process of breaking down food into a form the body can use.

• Diet
• Metabolism
• Calories
• Digestion

The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called

• grams
• calories
• ounces
• pounds

Your nutrition affects your overall health.

• True
• False