Quiz on Vitamins and Minerals

Which vitamins cannot be stored by the body?

• Fat-soluble vitamins

• Water-soluble vitamins

• Minerals

• Proteins

What can too much sodium cause?

• Low blood sugar

• High blood pressure

• Weak bones

• Hair loss

Which of the following is a healthy snack option to reduce sodium intake?

• Salted popcorn

• Fresh vegetables

• Chocolate bars

• Fried chips

What is a main function of potassium in the body?

• Digestion

• Energy metabolism

• Functioning of heart and nervous system

• Blood clotting

What are good sources of zinc?

• Fish and fluoridated water

• Meats, poultry, and seafood

• Milk and iodized salt

• Legumes and nuts

Which mineral is found in red meats, seafood, and leafy vegetables?

• Iron

• Iodine

• Fluorine

• Zinc

What is the main function of iodine in the body?

• Helps in energy metabolism

• Helps in metabolism as part of thyroid hormone

• Helps break down harmful substances

• Forms part of some amino acids

When are vitamin and mineral supplements usually not necessary?

• When you are sick

• When your diet is nutritious and well-balanced

• When you are an athlete

• When you are pregnant

What is homeostasis?

• The process of maintaining a steady state inside your body

• The process of increasing body temperature

• The process of digesting food

• The process of breathing

Vitamin D can be obtained from _______________. 

• Carrots
• Wholegrain food
• Cereal
• Sunlight