Bill Nye - Science of Nutrition

What are nutrition facts?

• Detailed information about the nutritional content of a food or beverage.

• A list of ingredients in a food or beverage.

• The expiration date of a food or beverage.

• The price of a food or beverage.

How many food groups are there?

• 3

• 7

• 10

• 5

Which food group provides the body with energy?

• vitamins

• carbohydrates

• minerals

• proteins

What is the function of the digestive system?

• To filter waste products from the blood.

• To produce hormones and regulate metabolism.

• To transport oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

• To break down food and absorb nutrients.

What are calories?

• Calories are a unit of measurement for weight.

• Calories are a unit of measurement for energy.

• Calories are a unit of measurement for temperature.

• Calories are a unit of measurement for time.

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Which nutrient is the body's main source of energy?

• carbohydrates

• minerals

• vitamins

• proteins

What is the recommended daily calorie intake for an average adult?

• 3000-3500 calories

• 2000-2500 calories

• 1000-1500 calories

• 500-1000 calories

Which food group is a good source of vitamins and minerals?

• Meat and poultry

• Dairy products

• Grains and cereals

• Fruits and vegetables

What is the process of converting food into energy called?

• metabolism

• respiration

• photosynthesis

• digestion

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Which food group is a good source of protein?

• fruits and vegetables

• meat and poultry

• dairy products

• grains