Six Essential Nutrients Test

What are the 2 types of carbohydrates?

• simple and complex

• saturated and unsaturated

• complex and saturated

• simple and saturated

calcium and iron are examples of

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

• protein

• minerals

meats, nuts, eggs are examples of

• water

• vitamins

• proteins

• carbohydrates

vitamins, minerals, and water

• make us tired

• do nothing

• regulate body function

Which of the following is a nutrient?

• Complex

• Vitamins

• compounds

What are the 6 essential nutrients?

• carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, water

• water, apples, carbohydrates, fats, compounds, meats

• carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, seafood, veggies

• apples, bananas, green beans, eggs, tofu, steak

What nutrient provides our body with the most energy?

• water

• fats

• carbohydrates

• minerals

Fruits and vegetables are good source of

• fats and water

• vitamins and minerals

• vitamins and protein

• minerals

What is the primary function of PROTEINS

• Growth and repair of body tissues

• Allows each cell in the body to do its work - as important as air

• Stored Energy

• Triggers chemical reactions

What is the primary function of minerals?

• Stored energy

• Triggers chemical reactions

• Helps with various processes necessary for growth and maintenance of life

• Improved eye sight