Your Brain on Food Quiz

Which component of the brain is responsible for most of its weight?

• Fats

• Micronutrients

• Glucose

• Proteins

Which essential fatty acids are linked to preventing degenerative brain conditions?

• Omega 9

• Omega 3 and 6

• Trans fats

• Saturated fats

What are the building block nutrients of growth and development?

• Micronutrients

• Fats

• Proteins and amino acids

• Carbohydrates

Which nutrients contain the precursors to neurotransmitters?

• Glucose

• Fats

• Proteins and amino acids

• Micronutrients

What do antioxidants in fruits and vegetables do for the brain?

• Strengthen the brain to fight off free radicals

• Increase blood sugar levels

• Cause nutrient deficiency

• Destroy brain cells

Which minerals are fundamental to brain health and early cognitive development?

• Folic Acid, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12

• Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K

• Iron, Copper, Zinc, Sodium

• Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus

What is the primary source of energy for the human brain?

• Carbohydrates

• Micronutrients

• Fats

• Proteins

Which type of carbohydrates causes a rapid release of glucose into the blood?

• Starch

• All of the above

• Sugar

• Fiber

What happens to blood sugar levels after consuming high glycemic foods?

• Have no effect

• Cause a rapid release followed by a dip

• Gradually increase over time

• Shoot up and then remain stable

Why is a varied diet of nutrient-rich foods critical for sustained brain power?

• To cause nutrient deficiency

• To increase blood sugar levels

• To destroy brain cells

• To maintain a balanced combination of brain messengers