Quiz on Conserving Food Nutrients

What are nutrients?

• Substances in food that our bodies process

• Only vitamins found in food

• Only minerals found in food

• Food that is cooked

Which vitamin is mentioned as being water soluble?

• Vitamin E

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B complex

• Vitamin D

What should you do before cutting vegetables?

• Wash them

• Cut them into small pieces

• Peel them

• Soak them in water

What is one way to conserve nutrients when cooking vegetables?

• Use a lot of water

• Boil vegetables without their skins

• Steam or pressure-cook vegetables

• Cook vegetables in copper utensils

Which of the following is NOT a way to conserve vitamins and minerals?

• Cut vegetables into small pieces

• Use acids in salads

• Store foods in a cool, dark place

• Wash vegetables before cutting

What happens to nutrients when vegetables are soaked for a long time?

• They are preserved

• They are enhanced

• They are dissolved

• They are doubled

What should you avoid using while cooking vegetables?

• Ceramic utensils

• Copper utensils

• Glass utensils

• Stainless steel utensils

Why is it important to store foods in a cool, dark place?

• To make them taste better

• To enhance their color

• To slow bacterial growth and prevent spoilage

• To keep them warm

What is the best method to cook vegetables to preserve nutrients?

• Boiling

• Frying

• Steaming

• Baking

What should you do with the water used to cook vegetables?

• Discard it

• Use it for soups or kneading dough

• Drink it

• Use it to wash dishes