Chapter 7. Diet and Growth (i)

What purpose do carbohydrates serve?

• They provide us with vital energy
• They assist with growth and repair

What nutrient would you eat to help with growth and repair?

• Mineral
• Fibre
• Protein

Which of these statements about dietary fibre is correct? 

• It is a plant material that is easily digested by the body
• It is a plant material that cannot be digested by the body

What are the two types of lipids? 

• Mineral and oils
• Fats and oils
• Protein and oils

Which nutrient helps to provide insulation within the body?

• Fat
• Fibre
• Minerals

Everyone needs vitamins and minerals in small quantity.

• true
• false

Which mineral is vital for bone and teeth health?

• Iron
• Calcium
• Vitamin C

Which of the following is a carbohydrate?

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Which of the following contains lipids?

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Which of the following is high in fats?

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