Nutrition Quiz-chapter 1

What is the definition of nutrition?

• The science of food and its nutrients

• The process of cooking and preparing food

• The study of physical exercise and sports

• The practice of maintaining a healthy diet

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Fats

What is the main function of carbohydrates?

• Provide energy

• Build muscle

• Regulate body processes

• Support brain function

Which nutrient yields the highest amount of energy per gram?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

What is the role of vitamins in the body?

• Provide energy

• Regulate body processes

• Build muscle

• Support brain function

Which of the following is an inorganic nutrient?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Minerals

• Fats

How many calories are in 1 kilocalorie?

• 100

• 1000

• 10,000

• 1,000,000

What is the main function of water in the body?

• Provide energy

• Regulate body processes

• Build muscle

• Support brain function

What is the percentage of calories from fat in a food product with 200 calories and 10 grams of fat?

• 5%

• 10%

• 20%

• 50%

How many calories are in 5 crackers if each cracker has 50 calories?

• 10

• 25

• 50

• 250