Nutrition Review

What is nutrition?

• The number of calories in a food

• A type of exercise program

• The study of food and how the body uses it

• The taste of different foods

Which three nutrients provide energy?

• Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Water

• Fats, Protein, Carbohydrates

• Minerals, Water, Fiber

• Vitamins, Minerals, Water

Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate?

• White bread

• Soda

• Brown rice

• Syrup

What is the role of protein in the body?

• Lubricate joints

• Provide electrical charge

• Build and repair tissues

• Store calcium

What happens to excess carbohydrates?

• They turn into vitamins

• They are stored as protein

• They are stored as glycogen, then converted to fat

• They are burned off immediately

Which type of fat is considered unhealthy and solid at room temperature?

• Monounsaturated

• Polyunsaturated

• Saturated

• Omega-3

Which of the following foods contains trans fats?

• Raw carrots

• Microwave popcorn

• Avocados

• Fresh fruit

Which statement about vitamins is true?

• Vitamins provide energy for the body

• All vitamins are stored in the body for long periods of time

• Vitamins are needed in small amounts to support body functions and growth

• You can only get vitamins from supplements, not food

What percentage (approximately) of the human body is made up of water?

• 10%

• 25%

• 60%

• 90%

The 80/20 Rule suggests:

• Eat 80% protein and 20% carbs

• Eat healthy 80% of the time, enjoy treats 20% of the time

• Drink 80 oz of water and 20 oz of milk daily

• Spend 80 minutes eating each day