Eating for Success Quiz

Who is responsible for the famous quote:

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.”

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Hippocrates

• Plato

What is the fuel for your brain?

• Fat

• Water

• Glucose

• Fructose

How many neurones are we estimated to have in our brain?

• 1 billion

• 10 billion

• 100 billion

• 1 trillion

What is the term given to the brain which means that it is capable of changing as we learn?

• Neuroplasticity

• Neurodensity

• Neuroscience

• Plasticity

Which nutrient is needed to make neurotransmitters and improve mood?

• Vitamin C

• Protein

• Calcium

• Fats

Why is it important to eat foods rich in antioxidants?

• They make new brain cells

• They help with nervous transmission

• They prevent memory loss

• They are needed for calcium absorption

Name a food rich in antioxidants:

• Berries

• Fish

• Chicken

• Rice

Which nutrient is needed to build new brain and nerve cells?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin A

• Iron

• Omega 3

Why must you remember about caffeine when studying?

• Consume as much as possible as it helps you to focus

• Remember to get caffeine from a variety of different sources

• Caffeine can cause you to lose focus when consumed in high doses

• It's better to drink natural forms of caffeine such as coffee and tea

What percentage of our bodies are made out of water?

• 70-75%

• 55-60%

• 60-70%

• 80-90%