Nutrients

Which nutrient is the body's main source of energy?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Protein

• Water

Which is NOT a function of fiber?

• Aids in bowel movements

• reduces colon cancer

• Provides energy

• lowers cholesterol

The body needs protein to

• insulate the organs

• provide fluids for perspiration

• lower cholesterol

• repair & grow cells

Which nutrient helps provide insulation for your organs?

• protein

• fats

• carbohydrates

• minerals

Which fat is considered the most harmful?

• unsaturated

• saturated

• transfat

What are most minerals stored as in the body? (select all that apply)

• bones

• teeth

• muscles

• fat

Getting vitamins from supplements is the same as getting them from food.

• True

• False

Unsaturated fat is usually liquid at room temperature.

• True

• False

Which is a saturated fat?

• Butter

• canola oil

• olive oil

• yogurt

How many 8oz glasses of water should you drink a day?

• 2-4

• 4-6

• 6-8

• 8-10