Nutrition for children

Fiber is a good source of energy.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Answer explanation

Fibre is a type of carbohydrate, however, unlike other carbohydrates, our bodies are not able to break fibre down into simple sugars.

Therefore, fibre does not provide us with energy and passes through our small intestine undigested.

Drinking 8½ to 11½ glasses of fluids a day is a good strategy for maintaining good health.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Fruit juices and whole fruits provide approximately the same level of nutrients to your body.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Eating a candy bar or drinking a sugary soda is a healthful strategy for boosting your energy level.

• TRUE
• FALSE

 Saturated fats are found primarily in animal-based foods and are solid at room temperature.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Factors such as age, gender, and level of physical activity influence your calorie needs.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Why is it most important for children to eat healthy?

• a.

  Children are smaller than adults.

• b.

  They play and run more often

• c.

  Children like food better.

• d. Children are constantly growing.

Which of the following food groups includes beef, chicken, and eggs?

• a.

  Protein

• b.

  Grains

• c.

  Dairy

• d.

  Fruits

Which of the following two food groups are needed slightly more than fruit and protein?

• Dairy and vegetables

• Vegetables and grains

• Dairy and grains

• All of the above

6) Which of the following is good for healthy bones?

• Vitamin A

• Iron

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C