Healthy Diet and Nutrition Quiz

What is a balanced diet?

• Eating as much as you want

• Eating the right amount from different food groups

• Eating only fruits and vegetables

• Avoiding all fats

Which food group provides energy and is found in bread and pasta?

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Minerals

What is the role of proteins in the body?

• Provide energy

• Help in digestion

• Make new cells and repair tissues

• Transport oxygen in the blood

Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?

• Fibre

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Vitamins

What is the recommended daily intake of fruit and vegetables by the World Health Organisation?

• 400 grams

• 300 grams

• 500 grams

• 200 grams

Which vitamin helps blood to clot?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin K

What percentage of energy intake should come from fats according to the World Health Organisation?

• 10%

• 30%

• 20%

• 40%

Which food is high in protein?

• Potatoes

• Rice

• Beans

• Butter

What is the main function of fibre in the diet?

• Transport nutrients

• Add bulk to food and help digestion

• Provide energy

• Build muscles

Which mineral is used to transport oxygen in the blood?

• Zinc

• Potassium

• Calcium

• Iron