Nutrition and Health Quiz

What are macronutrients?

• Vitamins and minerals

• Nutrients needed in small quantities

• Nutrients needed in large quantities

• Nutrients that provide energy

How is the caloric content of food calculated?

• From the heat released during combustion

• By measuring the weight of the food

• By analyzing the color of the food

• By counting the number of nutrients

What is the formula to calculate BMI?

• Weight in kg / Height in cm

• Height in m / Weight in kg

• Weight in kg / (Height in m)^2

• Height in cm / Weight in kg

What is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for carbohydrates?

• 5-15%

• 10-35%

• 20-35%

• 45-65%

What is the main cause of obesity according to the text?

• Endocrine disorders

• High calorie soft drinks

• Physical activity

• Genetic disorders

What is the daily caloric needs for a sedentary adult?

• 40 Kcal/Kg/day

• 45 Kcal/Kg/day

• 30 Kcal/Kg/day

• 35 Kcal/Kg/day

What is the energy content of 1 gram of fat?

• 6 Kcal

• 4 Kcal

• 9 Kcal

• 8 Kcal

How is Total Energy Expenditure (TEE) divided?

• Sedentary, Moderately active, Very active

• Vitamins, Minerals, Fiber

• Protein, Carbohydrates, Fat

• Resting energy expenditure, Physical activity, Thermal effect of food

What is the formula to calculate Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR)?

• Waist circumference / Height

• Waist circumference / Hip circumference

• Weight / Height

• Hip circumference / Waist circumference

What is the BMI of a person weighing 70 kg and having a height of 1.65 m?

• 30.2 kg/m^2

• 27.1 kg/m^2

• 25.7 kg/m^2

• 22.5 kg/m^2