Nutrition Quiz

What are non-essential nutrients?

• Nutrients that must be provided with food

• Nutrients that the body can make in sufficient quantities

• Nutrients needed in larger quantities

• Nutrients that provide many nutrients per calorie

Which of the following is an example of a macronutrient?

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Carbohydrates

• Water

What is the definition of a calorie?

• A type of carbohydrate

• A measure of nutrient density

• A way to describe the amount of energy in food

• A type of protein

What are empty calories?

• Calories from nutrient-dense foods

• Calories from refined sugars and starches

• Calories from essential nutrients

• Calories from proteins

What are complex carbohydrates?

• Sugars found in fruits

• Starch and fiber

• Proteins and fats

• Vitamins and minerals

What is dietary fiber?

• A type of carbohydrate that can be digested and used by the body

• A type of carbohydrate that cannot be absorbed and used by the body

• A type of protein that provides energy

• A type of fat that is essential for the body

What is the primary function of soluble fiber?

• To increase blood sugar levels

• To absorb water and form a gel, helping reduce cholesterol

• To provide calories and energy

• To break down proteins in the stomach

Where is insoluble fiber commonly found?

• In dairy products

• In whole wheat

• In animal fats

• In sugary foods

What are lipids composed of?

• Carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen

• Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen

• Carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen

• Hydrogen, oxygen, and sulfur

Why is cholesterol closely linked with heart disease?

• It provides essential nutrients to the heart

• It collects in the walls of arteries and blocks blood flow

• It is a source of calories

• It helps in digestion of proteins