Six Essential Nutrients Review

What nutrient keeps our body hydrated?

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Water

How much of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables when following the myplate recommendations?

• All

• Most

• Half

Which nutrient is our body's MAIN source of energy?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Water

What is nutrition?

• the want for food

• the need for food

• the process by which the body takes in and uses food

Which of the following is considered the "good fats" that we get from our food?

• Saturated fats

• Unsaturated fats

• Trans fats

True or False: Seafood is a type of protein.

• True

• False

What is the primary function of fats?

• Store energy and protect organs

• Hair and nail growth

• Provide the body with energy

Fruits and vegetables are a great source of which nutrient?

• Protein

• Vitamins

• Water

Which of the following is an example of a complex carbohydrate?

• Whole grain bread

• Soda

• Cereal

Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate?

• Whole wheat bread

• Brown rice

• Potato chips