Nutrition

Simple carbs (table sugar and candy) provide the body with ______.

• Energy only

• Nutrients only

• Energy and Nutrients

• None are correct

Which of the following foods is NOT a protein?

• Orange

• Steak

• Eggs

• Chicken

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Which of the following foods are good sources of the nutrient carbohydrates (grains)?

• Bread

• Vitamin A

• Protein

• Rice

• Pasta

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Which of the following foods are in the protein group?

• Bread and Cereal

• Beans and Chicken

• Peanut butter and beef

• Milk, yogurt, and cheese

• Fish

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What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods? 

• to learn the food label

• to provide all the nutrients you need 

• to keep from getting bored with your diet 

• to help improve physical fitness 

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What food group is NOT located on the “my plate” guide?

• meat, fruit, grains 

• fruit, meat, protein 

• grains, vegetables, protein  

• fats, oils, and sweets  

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Vitamin A is important for good eyesight, helps your body fight infection, and keeps your skin and hair healthy.

Which of the following foods have the most vitamin A?

• A. meats

• B. breads

• C. deep yellow or orange fruits and vegetables

• D. candy

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What is one important thing protein does for the body?

• A. helps make bones strong

• B. keeps us from getting cold

• C. helps build muscles

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Which of the following are benefits of food labels?

• It tells you what therapeutic diets the food supports.

• It serves as a tool for making food choices.

• It shows the percent daily value of nutrients per serving.

• It tells you the total number of calories.

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If you ate all of the eggs in the container how many calories would you consume?

• 50 calories

• 10 X 50 = 500

• 12 X 50 = 600

• 3.5 X 12 = 42

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