Nutrition Quiz

Which are MOST LIKELY to have high amounts of trans fat?

• citrus fruits

• fast foods

• lean meats

• vegetables

Dietary fiber is essential to digestion and metabolism because:

How does eating excessive amounts of fats impact the body?

Collard greens, spinach, turnips, and fortified cereals are all good sources of which nutrient?

• Vitamin B complex

• iron

• magnesium

• sodium

Heather is preparing a shrimp and vegetable stir-fry. Which fat should she use if she wants to decrease LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol?

• butter

• olive oil

• stick margarine

• partially hydrogenated soybean oil

Dark-colored urine, dryness of the mouth, weakness, and an increased pulse rate are results of NOT consuming enough:

• water

• carbohydrates

• protein

• vitamins

Joseph drank liquids while playing football, but he also needs a mineral in his body so that his muscles will not cramp. What mineral is this?

• calcium

• iodine

• iron

• potassium

Which food pairing provides the LEAST complete protein?

• peas and carrots

• beef and chicken

• dried beans and rice

• yogurt and flax seeds

Which source of water is the lowest in calories?

• decaffeinated drinks

• tap water

• fruits and vegetables

• carbohydrates

An important function of water in the body is to: