Quiz bee (Nutrition Month Celeb)

The body's preferred source of energy is

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

• fats

• protein

Saturated fats come from

• plants

• processed food

• animals

• none of the above

Essential amino acids

• are vitamins that dissolve in fat

• are the nine amino acids the body cannot produce

• come from grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

• are units of energy by protein

The most common form of fat circulating in the body is

• saturated

• cholesterol

• unsaturated

• triglyceride

Which of the following statements is true:

• Childhood stunting before 24 months of age affects short term cognitive performance

• Childhood stunting before 24 months of age affects long term cognitive performance

• Neither of the statements are correct

• Both of the statements are correct

___________mg. of sodium is an adequate amount of sodium in a person's diet.

• 500 - 1000

• 800 - 1700

• 1500 - 2300

• 2000 - 3200

Which of the following is a good source of fiber?

• popcorn

• cheese

• white meat

• milk

this food contains healthy fat.

• corn

• potato

• avocado

• cabbage

What is the function of b vitamins in our body?

• essential element for blood production

• they help the body convert food into energy.

• it is needed for the body's defensive (immune) system to properly work.

• to keep the digestive system healthy.

Which of the following is not present in a meat?

• Vitamin B12

• Zinc

• Iron

• Vitamin C