Nutrition & Wellness Quiz

What are macronutrients?

• The 3 major essential nutrients that make up the majority of our foods

• The 3 smaller essential nutrients that supply our body with important nutrients

• Foods that are mainly composed of protein

• Foods that are mainly composed of fats

Which macronutrient supports the growth and maintenance of muscles?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

• Vitamins

What is a Food Label?

• A type of food allergy that stops people from eating a certain dye

• An informational panel put on every food item that shows calories, macronutrients, and food allergies

• A type of diet that involves eating no meat or animal products

• A type of diet that involves eating only food that comes from meat

Which nutrient is our body's MAIN source of energy?

• Carbohydrates
• Fats
• Water
• Minerals

What is the role of fats in our body?

• to build muscle

• to give us energy

• to help us process vitamins and minerals

• to keep us warm

What are the nutrients that are smaller, but essential, and provide our bodies with naturally occuring nutrients?

• macronutrients

• fats

• micronutrients

• carbs

How many calories per gram is protein?

• 4

• 9

• 1

• 5

How many calories per gram is a carb

• 9

• 1

• 6

• 4

How many calories per gram is fat?

• 1

• 4

• 5

• 9

Which of these are considered poultry?

• chicken

• turkey

• egg

• all of these