Nutrients

What is a carbohydrate?

• A carbohydrate serves as one of the major energy sources for the body.

• A carbohydrate is a synthetic compound used in plastics.
• A carbohydrate is a mineral essential for bone health.
• A carbohydrate is a type of protein found in meat.

What are the two types of carbohydrates?

• Simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates
• Monosaccharides and disaccharides
• Fiber and starches

What are SIMPLE carbohydrates?

• Complex carbohydrates that are hard to digest.
• Sugars that do not provide any energy.
• Simple carbohydrates are basic sugars that provide quick energy.

What is the definition of a Protein?

• A protein is a small molecule that acts as a vitamin in the body.
• A protein is a type of carbohydrate that provides energy to the body.
• A protein is composed of one or more long chains of amino acids, essential for various biological functions.

What nutrient contains All NINE of the essential Amino Acids

• Complete protein
• Carbohydrates
• Incomplete protein

Which of the following describes a Saturated Fat?

• Saturated fats are fats that are usually solid at room temperature.

• Saturated fats are fats that are usually liquid at room temperature.

What is a Vitamin?

• A Vitamin is an organic compound essential for normal growth and nutrition.
• A Vitamin is a synthetic chemical used in food preservation.
• A Vitamin is a type of mineral found in the soil.

What are the two types of vitamins?

• Synthetic and natural vitamins
• Mineral and protein vitamins
• Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins

At which percentage is the body made up of water?

• 50%
• 70%
• 80%
• 60%

Liquids high in water would be?

• orange juice

• milk

• coffee

• tea