Nutrition

What is the study of nutrients and how the body uses them called?

• Metabolism

• Nutrition

• Physiology

• Biochemistry

Which of the following is a characteristic of macronutrients?

• Required in small amounts

• Provide energy

• Help extract energy from macronutrients

• Include vitamins and minerals

What are essential nutrients?

• Nutrients that can be synthesized by the body

• Nutrients that must be obtained from the diet

• Nutrients that are not necessary for survival

• Nutrients that are only found in plants

What are calories used to express?

• Amount of protein in foods

• Amount of carbohydrates in foods

• Amount of energy in foods

• Amount of vitamins in foods

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What are carbohydrates?

• Inorganic compounds

• Organic compounds

• Proteins

• Lipids

Which of the following is a source of polysaccharides?

• Honey

• Milk sugar

• Starch from plant foods

• Cane sugar

What is the role of energy in carbohydrates?

• To build muscle

• To power cellular processes

• To store fat

• To create proteins

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Which type of carbohydrate is not digested but provides fiber?

• Glucose

• Cellulose

• Fructose

• Sucrose

What is the primary source of fuel for cellular processes?

• Proteins

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

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What is the minimal carbohydrate intake likely necessary for the human diet?

• 50 to 100 grams/day

• 125 to 175 grams/day

• 200 to 300 grams/day

• 300 to 400 grams/day

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