balanced diet

Define the term 'balanced diet'.

• A diet containing some nutrients in the correct proportions.
• A diet containing most nutrients in the correct proportions.
• A diet containing none nutrients in the correct proportions.
• A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that determines how much energy we need.

• Age
• Gender
• Health status
• Level of activity

Taller and bigger people need ______________ energy than shorter and smaller people.

• same
• more
• equal
• less

Which component of a balanced diet helps food moving through the gut?

• Fibre

• Fats

• Carbohydrate

• Protein

Which nutrient is contained in chicken, fish, and meat?

• Minerals

• Protein

• Fats

• Carbohydrate

Which of these foods would you eat for carbohydrates?

• Fish

• Egg

• Pasta

• Carrot

What is the main function of protein?

• Provide energy

• For growth and repair the cell

• Maintain health

What will happen if we don't get enough vitamin C?

• Blindness

• Scurvy

• Rickets

Jerry wants to build up his muscles, which nutrient does he need ? 

• Carbohydrates
• Fats
• Proteins
• vitamins

Which of the following factors determine the energy requirement of humans?

• Occupation/ Daily activities

• Age

• Gender

• All of the above