G11- Unit 6 Revision

Which food group contains foods that are rich in calcium and protein?

• Fruit and vegetables

• Cereals and their products

• Milk and dairy products

• Fats and oils

There are 4 calories per gram of protein. Use this to work out how many calories come from 8 grams of protein.

• 2 calories

• 4 calories

• 10 calories

• 32 calories

Which of the following is the equation for finding energy balance?

• Energy balance = energy input – energy output

• Energy balance = energy input + energy output

• Energy balance = energy output – energy input

• Energy input = energy balance – energy input

Which of the following statements is true about having a positive energy balance?

• The calorie intake is the same as the amount of calories burned

• Over time, the person will lose weight

• The person is eating less calories than they burn

• Over time, the person will gain weight

Nuts and seeds such as cashews contain vitamin B6 which is needed to support a healthy immune system.

• TRUE

• FALSE

When talking about dietary reference intakes. what does the acronym RDA mean?

• Real dietary advice

• Recommended daily allowance

• Recommended dietary allowances

• Required dairy adaptations

The amount of energy and nutrients a person needs will depend on their _______.

• Hair colour

• Location

• Physical activity level

• English language ability

Which of the following is the most accurate way to measure portion sizes of food?

• Plates

• Hands

• Spoons

• Weighing scales

Women need to eat around 2000 calories each day, while men need around _____ calories each day.

• 2000

• 2500

• 3000

• 3500

How many calories are in one gram of protein?

• 9 calories

• 6 calories

• 4 calories

• 2 calories