Balanced Diet Part 1

3 macronutrients are:

• Carbs, vitamins and water.

• Carbs, proteins and minerals.

• Carbs, proteins and fats.

• Carbs, fats and water.

2 micronutrients are:

• Proteins and water.

• Vitamins and proteins.

• Minerals and water.

• Vitamins and minerals.

The macronutrient which provides fibre is:

• Carbohydrate

• Fat

• Protein

The macronutrient which insulates and protects the organs is:

• Carbohydrate

• Fat

• Protein

The macronutrient which is essential for the growth and repair of cells and tissues is:

• Carbohydrate

• Protein

• Fat

How much water should we be drinking per day?

• 1 litre (4 glasses)

• 1.5 litres ( 6 glasses)

• 2 litres (6 - 8 glasses)

Foods like potatoes, pasta, rice and bread are good sources of:

• Protein

• Vitamins and minerals

• Fat

• Carbohydrate

Foods like strawberries, blueberries and apples are good sources of:

• Vitamins and minerals.

• Protein

• Fat

• Carbohydrate

Foods like nuts, oils and butter are good sources of:

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Vitamins and minerals

• Fats

Which type of fats come from animal sources?

• Saturated

• Unsaturated