Healthy Nutrition

Which of the following is not a nutrient?

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Vegetables

• Protein

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If you don't eat enough fibre you may become

• dehydrated

• ill

• fat

• constipated

The Nutrition Facts panel on food labels includes information on

• the percent Daily Value of each nutrient per serving

• the price per unit

• the expiration date of the food

• how to prepare the food

Consuming too much ___________ can lead to high blood pressure.

• grain

• sodium

• water

• fruit

Which of the following are good sources of Protein? Choose 2 answers.

• Chicken & Meat

• Nuts & Beans

• Bread & rice

• Vegetables & fruits

What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods?

• to learn about foods from different cultures

• to provide all the nutrients you need

• to keep from getting bored with your diet

• to help improve physical fitness

Elements that are essential for good health (e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium) are called ...

• Protein

• Fat

• Minerals

• Carbohydrates

The body uses these two things to transport nutrients.

• Vitamins

• Water

• Minerals

• Fats

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Organic compounds that help our body to work properly. e.g. A, C, B, K, D

• Carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Fats

This nutrient is a stored source of energy e.g. oils, butter, margarine.

• MInerals

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Vitamins

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