Nutrition and Health Quiz

What is the role of protein in the body?

• Provides energy only

• Builds and repairs tissues

• Stores vitamins

• Increases cholesterol

What is the energy comparison between fats and carbohydrates?

• Fats provide less energy

• Fats provide more than double the energy

• Carbohydrates provide more energy

• They provide equal energy

What is the effect of trans-fats on cholesterol levels?

• Increase HDL

• Decrease LDL

• Increase LDL

• No effect

What is the primary role of protein in the body?

• Main source of energy

• Building and repairing tissues

• Regulating body temperature

• Enhancing digestion

What is the role of sodium in the body?

• Protein synthesis

• Water content and electrolyte balance

• Bone structure maintenance

• Blood cell formation

Which vitamin is involved in the normal functioning of the nervous system and the heart?

• Thiamine (B1)

• Riboflavin (B2)

• Vitamin B6

• Vitamin C

What is the role of Vitamin B6 in the body?

• Protein metabolism

• Bone structure maintenance

• Water balance regulation

• Connective tissue production

What is the function of Vitamin C in the body?

• Energy release

• Connective tissue production

• Calcium absorption

• Protein metabolism

Which vitamin is needed for normal bone structure?

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

• Niacin (B3)

• Riboflavin (B2)

What is the main mineral in bones and teeth, necessary for normal nerve and muscle function?

• Sodium

• Calcium

• Potassium

• Magnesium