Nutrition Quiz Review 1

What is the role of nutrients in the body?

• To provide energy only

• To repair cells only

• To keep the body healthy and support bodily functions

• To make the body grow taller

What is a calorie?

• A type of vitamin

• A unit of heat that measures the energy in food

• A mineral needed by the body

• A type of protein

What is the study of nutrients and how the body uses them called?

• Biology

• Nutrition science

• Health studies

• Nutriology

What are proteins made up of?

• Fatty acids

• Sugars

• Amino acids

• Glycerol

Which foods are rich in amino acids necessary for the body?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Bread and pasta

• Meat, eggs, dairy products, and soybeans

• Oils and fats

How can vegetarians meet their amino acid needs?

• By eating more fruits

• By combining different types of plant-based foods

• By avoiding carbohydrates

• By consuming large amounts of water

What are carbohydrates found in foods such as potatoes, seeds, and whole grain cereals called?

• Simple carbohydrates

• Complex carbohydrates

• Monosaccharides

• Polysaccharides

Which type of fats remain solid at room temperature and can increase your risk of heart problems?

• Unsaturated fats

• Saturated fats

• Trans fats

• Polyunsaturated fats

Which type of fats remain liquid at room temperature and may lower your risk of heart problems?

• Unsaturated fats

• Saturated fats

• Trans fats

• Polyunsaturated fats

Some ______ help your body fight disease, while others help your body produce energy.

• vitamins

• minerals

• fats

• carbohydrates