Year 7 Health - Nutrition Revision

A nutrient is defined as:

• A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.

• A type of mineral found only in rocks.

• A chemical that causes diseases in living organisms.

• A type of energy produced by the sun.

The difference between macronutrients and micronutrients is:

• Macronutrients are needed in large amounts, while micronutrients are needed in small amounts.

• Macronutrients are only vitamins, while micronutrients are only minerals.

• Micronutrients provide energy, while macronutrients do not.

• Macronutrients are not essential for health, while micronutrients are.

Two examples of macronutrients are:

• Carbohydrates and proteins

• Vitamins and minerals

• Water and fiber

• Enzymes and hormones

Two examples of micronutrients are:

• Vitamins and minerals

• Proteins and carbohydrates

• Fats and oils

• Water and fiber

Nutrition is important for health because:

• It provides essential nutrients for the body to function properly.

• It makes food taste better.

• It helps you sleep less.

• It increases your height instantly.

The main role of carbohydrates in the body is:

• to provide energy

• to build muscle

• to store genetic information

• to regulate body temperature

Select the foods that are good sources of carbohydrates.

• Bread

• Chicken

• Eggs

• Fish

Which of the following lists contains three animal-based sources of protein?

• Chicken, eggs, fish

• Broccoli, tofu, beans

• Almonds, lentils, peas

• Rice, potatoes, corn

Which of the following lists contains three plant-based sources of protein?

• Lentils, chickpeas, tofu

• Chicken, eggs, fish

• Beef, pork, lamb

• Salmon, shrimp, turkey

Protein plays an important role in which of the following processes?

• Growth and repair

• Energy storage

• Hormone production only

• Vision improvement