Comprehensive Nutrition and Nutrient Classifications Assessment

What are the six essential nutrient classes?

• Proteins, fats, minerals, fiber, vitamins, water

• Carbohydrates, fats, minerals, proteins, vitamins, water

• Carbohydrates, fats, sugar, proteins, vitamins, water

• Proteins, fats, minerals, enzymes, vitamins, water

Which statement about essential nutrients is correct?

• They can be manufactured by the body

• They are optional for body functioning

• They must be consumed through foods

• They are only needed during growth

How many amino acids are proteins composed of?

• 15

• 18

• 20

• 25

What is unique about quinoa among plant-based foods?

• It has the highest fiber content

• It is a complete protein

• It has the most vitamins

• It has the lowest calories

Which of the following is a characteristic of simple carbohydrates?

• They are composed of three or more sugars

• They take longer to digest

• They are composed of one or two sugars

• They are always rich in fiber

What percentage of the human body is composed of water?

• 40 percent

• 50 percent

• 60 percent

• 70 percent

Which vitamins are fat-soluble?

• Vitamins B, C, D, and E

• Vitamins A, D, E, and K

What distinguishes macro-minerals from micro-minerals?

• Their chemical composition

• Their source of origin

• Their quantity in the body

• Their absorption rate

Which statement about fats is correct?

• They should be completely eliminated from diet

• They only provide energy to the body

• They serve multiple essential functions

• They are only found in animal products

What is the difference between a calorie and a Calorie?

• They measure different nutrients

• A Calorie equals 1,000 calories

• They are the same thing

• A calorie equals 1,000 Calories