Nutrition Quiz

What do carbohydrates primarily provide for the body?

• They help build muscles, bones, skin, hair, nails, and organs.

• They are a major source of energy.

• They provide a valuable source of minerals.

• They are necessary for normal growth and development.

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, what is recommended to promote health?

• Eating patterns that include a lot of sugars and solid fats.

• Using the MyPlate food guidance system to implement the guidelines.

• Overnutrition involving eating too many foods high in sugar, solid fat, sodium, refined grains, or calories.

• Limiting protein intake to once a week.

What is undernutrition?

• Consuming an excess amount of nutrients.

• Not taking in enough nutrients for health and growth.

• Eating a balanced diet with a focus on vitamins and minerals.

• Drinking plenty of water to ensure proper hydration.

What is a healthy eating practice?

• Choosing nutrient-dense foods and limiting added sugars.

• Eating a high content of sugar and solid fats.

• Skipping breakfast to reduce calorie intake.

• Ignoring food labels while shopping.

What can underweight lead to?

• Increased risk of heart diseases and type 2 diabetes.

• Improved ability to fight off infections.

• Decreased tiredness and better hair conditions.

• Skin, hair, or teeth conditions; increased tiredness; and an inability to fight off infections.

What does body composition refer to?

• The ratio of water to nutrients in the body.

• The ratio of the various components—fat, bone, and muscle—that make up your body.

• The amount of calories consumed versus calories burned.

• The level of vitamins and minerals in the body.

Which of the following is a strategy for healthy weight management?

• Setting and rewarding realistic goals.

• Increasing screen time to reduce physical activity.

• Eating mindlessly without paying attention to food.

• Avoiding regular check-ups and support.

What can influence a person's body image according to the text?

• Regular exercise routines

• Unrealistic images of bodies

• Professional help

• Balanced diet

What is an eating disorder described as in the text?

• A physical illness that causes minor disturbances in a person's daily diet

• A mental illness that causes major disturbances in a person's daily diet

• A temporary change in eating habits

• A lifestyle choice with no serious health consequences

According to the text, do eating disorders typically resolve without professional help?

• Yes, they usually go away on their own

• No, they rarely go away without professional help

• Yes, with the help of friends and family

• No, they can be treated with over-the-counter medication