Nutrition Unit Test

Which of the following IS NOT a tip for healthy eating?

• a. Drink more water.

• b. Eat a variety of foods.

• c. Eat more calories than you think you're going to need, just to be safe.

• d. Don't go crazy about what you eat.

How many calories should an active teenage male be consuming each day?

• a. 2200

• b. 2500

• c. 2800

• d. 3100

The source of energy containing the most energy per gram is?

• a. Fat

• b. Carbohydrates

• c. Protein

• d. Minerals

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What percentage of our bodies does water make up?

• a. 35-45%

• b. 45-60%

• c. 60-75%

• d. 75-90%

The purpose of fiber in one's diet is to?

• a. Supply energy for growth and repair of muscles

• b. Build stronger bones and teeth

• c. Help absorb vitamins and minerals

• d. Help move food through the digestive system

Which alternative could be substituted for one 'meat' serving?

• a. Tofu

• b. Rice

• c. Egg

• d. All of the above

• e. Only (a) and (c)

The best sources of complex carbohydrates are:

• a. Fresh fruit, skim milk, lean meat

• b. Fish, salad, yogurt

• c. Whole wheat bread, pasta, brown rice

• d. Chicken, fruit juice, salad

The building blocks for proteins are:

• a. Amino Acids

• b. Monosaccharides

• c. Vitamins

• d. Fats

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Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

• a. Vitamin A

• b. Vitamin C

• c. Vitamin D

• d. Vitamin E

What percentage of our daily calories should come from proteins?

• a. 10%

• b. 20%

• c. 35%

• d. 45%