Mr. Aragon Week 8 Health Test

What is nutrient density?

• A measure of the nutrients in a food compared with the energy it provides

• The amount of sugar in a food

• A measure of how much a food weighs

• The number of calories in a food

Which of the following is an example of a nutrient-dense food?

• Soda

• Candy

• French fries

• Fresh fruit

Infants need a lot of fat to support the development of their what?

• Bones

• Brain

• Muscles

• Eyesight

Which group of people needs a lot of energy and nutrients to support their growth?

• Infants

• Adults

• Children and teens

• Senior citizens

Which nutrients are especially important for children and teens to build strong bones and have healthy blood?

• Fat and B vitamins

• Calcium and iron

• Vitamin C and protein

• Water and sugar

What is a recommended "smart food swap" to reduce fat intake?

• Choosing a hamburger instead of a salad

• Swapping water for soda

• Choosing grilled or baked foods instead of fried foods

• Eating candy instead of fruit

Why do athletes need more carbohydrates?

• To repair tissue

• To fuel their muscles

• To prevent disease

• To build strong bones

What is a key focus for adults when it comes to their diet?

• Getting enough fat for brain development

• Supporting growth with lots of energy

• Preventing disease

• Getting extra calcium for bones

Which of the following is a healthy food swap?

• Choosing soda over water

• Eating fresh fruit instead of candy

• Eating fried chicken instead of grilled chicken

• Swapping an apple for a bag of chips

Pregnant women need more of almost every nutrient, especially which two?

• Fat and carbohydrates

• Protein and water

• Calcium and iron

• Vitamin C and B vitamins