Nutrition

How many calories per gram are in proteins?

• 1

• 4

• 7

• 9

How many calories per gram are in fat?

• 1

• 4

• 7

• 9

Which of the following is classified as a macronutrient?

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Fiber

One kilocalorie (kcal) equals _______ calories.

• 1

• 10

• 100

• 1000

Simple carbs (table sugar and candy) provide the body with ______.

• Energy only

• Nutrients only

• Energy and Nutrients

• None are correct

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

Grains, fruits, and vegetables are examples of ______ carbs.

• Simple

• Complex

• Incomplete

• Nonessentials

________ is the stored version of glucose in the liver, muscles, and fat cells.

• Glycogen

• Glucagon

• Triglycerides

• Lipids

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

______ stimulates the body cells to take up and store excess glucose.

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Both insulin and glucagon

• None are correct

What percentage of your daily caloric intake should be carbohydrates?

• 45 - 50%

• 20 - 25%

• 10 - 15%

• 75 - 80%

What is another word for lipids?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Proteins

• Minerals