Macronutrients Quiz

What is the special requirement for lactating women regarding protein?

• They need less protein

• They need additional protein for the first 6 months of the baby's life

• They need protein for weight loss

• They need protein for muscle gain

What is the secondary function of fat?

• Warmth

• Weight gain

• Release energy from carbohydrates

• Energy

What is the main function of protein?

• Muscle growth

• Energy

• Growth, repair and maintenance of all body cells and tissues

• Builds strong bones and teeth

Which of the following is an example of a source of omega-3 fatty acids?

• Polyunsaturated margarine

• Butter

• Oily fish

• Lard

What is one of the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids?

• Increases bad cholesterol

• Reduces the risk of blood clots forming

• Increases the risk of heart attack

• Decreases the incidence of inflammatory diseases

What is cholesterol?

• A type of visible fat

• A fat produced by the body and found in saturated fat

• A type of trans fat

• A type of essential fatty acid

Which of the following are sources on LBV proteins?

• Bread, rice, potatoes

• Meat, cheese, fish, eggs, milk and soya beans.

• Oats, pulses (peas, beans and lentils), nuts, quorn

• Cheese, milk, pulses, nuts

Excess energy can be stored as

• Fat

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamin B

Which type of fat can have a more positive impact on health?

• Saturated fats

• Trans fats

• Unsaturated fats

• Invisible fats

What is another type of polyunsaturated fat called?

• Saturated fats

• Trans-fatty acids

• Monounsaturated fats

• Omega-3 fatty acids