Nutrition

Which description BEST represents a healthy diet?

• Eating only carbohydrates

• Eating vegetables

• Eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, meats and grains. 

• Eating enough protein (meats)

What two foods have protein?

• Chicken and fish

• Fish and Apples

• Bananas and Broccoli

• Rice and Bread

Vitamins and minerals are essential for healthy living.

• True

• False 

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

• Drink more water

• Eat a variety of foods

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

• Don't go crazy about what you eat

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

• 3100

• 2200

• 2500

• 2800

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

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Protiens

• Minerals

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What percentage of our bodies does water make up?

• 35-45%

• 45-60%

• 60-75%

• 75-90%

What is the purpose of fiber in our diets?

• Supply energy for growth and repair of muscles.

• Build stronger bones and teeth.

• Help absorb vitamins and minerals.

• Help move food through the digestive system.

The best sources of complex carbohydrates are:

• Fresh fruit, skim milk, lean meat.

• Whole wheat bread, pasta, brown rice.

• Fish, salad, yogurt.

• Chicken, fruit juice, salad.

The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.

• True

• False

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