NUTRITION & PA

Which of these is NOT a macronutrient?

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Fat

• Protein

Which of these is NOT a function of Carbohydrates

• Provide energy

• Store energy

• Lubricate joints

• Spare protein and fat for other uses

T or F: Nutrients are substances required by the body for survival, growth, & reproduction.

• True

• False

A calorie is:

• A source of energy

• A nutrient

• A unit of energy

The macronutrients are nutrients that we need:

• Large amounts of

• Small amounts of

Complex Carbohydrates are:

• Small chains of sugar molecules

• Easily broken down

• Take longer to digest

• Are quickly stored as fat

An example of a simple carbohydrate would be:

• Whole grain bread

• Oatmeal

• Donut

• Spinach

Consuming high fructose corn syrup is dangerous to health because:

• causes quick weight gain

• causes type II diabetes

• causes hypertension

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of fiber?

• Lowers LDL Cholesterol

• Prevents blood sugar spikes

• Provides energy

• Helps pass stool quickly

Which of the following is NOT a function of protein?

• The body's primary energy source

• Maintain cells

• Makes up many of the body's enzymes

• Build muscles