Nutrition and Nutrients Quiz

Which of the following nutrients is the major source of energy for the body and can be found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Vitamins

• Minerals

What is the main difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fats?

• Saturated fats are found in animal-based foods and are solid at room temperature, while unsaturated fats are found in plant-based foods and are liquid at room temperature.

• Saturated fats are found in plant-based foods and are liquid at room temperature, while unsaturated fats are found in animal-based foods and are solid at room temperature.

• Saturated fats are a type of vitamin, while unsaturated fats are a type of mineral.

• Saturated fats are only found in dairy products, while unsaturated fats are only found in fruits.

Which type of vitamin dissolves in the body’s fats and can be stored for later use?

• Fat-soluble vitamins

• Water-soluble vitamins

• Dietary fiber

• Glucose

Why is dietary fiber important for health, even though it cannot be completely digested?

• It has many health benefits.

• It provides energy for the brain.

• It is a type of protein.

• It dissolves in water.

A student wants to maintain healthy skin and help their body release energy. Which nutrient should they focus on including in their diet?

• Vitamins

• Added sugars

• Trans fat

• Calories

Which of the following best describes "empty calories"?

• Units of energy that supply few or no nutrients to the body

• Foods that provide vitamins and minerals

• Substances added to food to change flavor

• Illnesses transmitted by food

What is the main purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

• To provide recommendations for establishing eating patterns to promote health

• To list all food allergies

• To explain how to cook food safely

• To describe the process of genetic engineering

Which of the following is an example of a foodborne infection?

• Illness caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites when food is handled improperly

• Illness caused by eating too many empty calories

• Illness caused by food preferences

• Illness caused by food additives

How does "malnutrition" occur according to the definitions provided?

• When a person does not get or properly absorb the recommended amounts of essential nutrients

• When a person eats too many nutrient-dense foods

• When a person prefers certain foods over others

• When a person eats genetically modified organisms

Imagine a new food product is introduced and is labeled as "generally recognized as safe (GRAS)" by the FDA. What does this mean for consumers?

• The food is proven by the FDA to be safe for consumption

• The food contains only empty calories

• The food is genetically modified

• The food is likely to cause foodborne illness