Carbohydrates and Nutrients Quiz

What type of nutrient are carbohydrates classified as?

• Micronutrient

• Macronutrient

• Trace element

• Mineral

What is the preferred energy source for the body?

• Fats

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

What do all carbohydrates convert to in the body for energy use?

• Protein

• Fatty acids

• Glucose

• Fiber

Which of the following is an example of a complex carbohydrate that assists with digestion and disease prevention?

• Table sugar

• Wholegrain cereals

• Butter

• Red meat

Why is it important to include complex carbohydrates in our daily diet, considering their effects on health and digestion?

• They are the main source of unhealthy fats.

• They help regulate blood sugar and support digestive health.

• They provide only empty calories.

• They are the only source of minerals.

What dietary-related diseases might result from consuming too many simple carbohydrates?

• Hypertension, anemia, osteoporosis

• Dental caries, diabetes mellitus, obesity

• Asthma, arthritis, eczema

• Scurvy, rickets, goiter

Which of the following foods is a source of polysaccharides?

• Honey

• Milk

• Rice

• Maple syrup

Which of the following is a benefit of consuming foods high in insoluble fibre?

• Raising cholesterol levels

• Helping to move waste through the digestive system

• Increasing fat absorption

• Supplying essential amino acids

Which of the following foods is a main source of soluble fibre?

• Fruits, vegetables, lentils, and cereals

• Red meat and poultry

• Fish and eggs

• Dairy products

What is one effect of soluble fibre on dietary cholesterol?

• It increases absorption of dietary cholesterol

• It decreases absorption of dietary cholesterol

• It has no effect on dietary cholesterol

• It turns cholesterol into protein