Health & Nutrition

All of the following are nutrients found in food except ____

• plasma

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

A substance needed by the body for growth, energy, repair and maintenance is called a

• Nutrient

• Carbohydrate

• Calorie

• Fatty acid

Which of these is not considered a nutrient?

• vitamins

• minerals

• fiber

• fats

The bread, cereal, rice and pasta group is a good source of_________?

• carbohydrate

• vitamin C

• calcium

• vitamin D

Citrus fruits are an excellent source of __________?

• calcium

• vitamin C

• vitamin B

• calories

The milk, cheese & yogurt group are important for ______?

• strong bones

• teeth

• muscles

• all of the above

 Which of these nutrients is the preferred energy source for the body?

• B Complex vitamins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Fiber

This nutrient is most important for healthy vision

• Vitamin K

• Iron

• Calcium

• Vitamin A

Fruits and vegetables are usually considered as good source of

• protein

• vitamins & minerals

• unsaturated fats

The percentage of water in the human body is

• 65

• 70

• 40

• 80