Nutrition Quiz

What is nutrition?

• The process of using food to nourish the body

• The process of cooking and preparing food

• The process of growing and harvesting food

• The process of storing and preserving food

Which nutrient is used to make and repair the body's cells?

• Protein

• Fat

• Carbohydrate

• Vitamin

What is an example of a saturated fat?

• olive oil

• fat from dairy

• hydrogenated oil

• avocados

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?

• To build and repair cells

• To provide energy

• To absorb vitamins

• To insulate the body

Which vitamin is important for vision and healthy skin?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin E

Which mineral helps carry oxygen to cells through the blood?

• Sodium

• Iron

• Calcium

• Potassium

What is the recommended daily intake of water?

• 4 cups

• 6 cups

• 8 cups

• 10 cups

Which nutrient provides the most calories per gram?

• Protein

• Fat

• Carbohydrate

• Vitamin

Which nutrient is found naturally in the earth?

• Protein

• Fat

• Carbohydrate

• Mineral

Which type of carbohydrate provides quick releasing but short-term energy?

• Simple carbs

• Complex carbs

• Refined carbs

• Enriched carbs