Nutrition Quiz Study Guide

What is the definition of nutrients?

• chemical substances that give your body what it needs to grow and function properly

• substances that only provide flavor to food

• elements that are used only for energy storage

• compounds that help in the digestion of water

How many main nutrients are there?

• 6

• 4

• 8

• 5

What are the main nutrients?

• carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water

• sugars, fibers, oils, acids, gases, and alcohol

• starch, enzymes, hormones, salts, caffeine, and yeast

• proteins, plastics, metals, vitamins, minerals, and sand

What are simple carbohydrates?

• Simple sugar compounds

• Complex protein molecules

• Fatty acid chains

• Vitamins and minerals

What are complex carbohydrates?

• Starches, chains of glucose linked together

• Simple sugars like glucose and fructose

• Proteins made of amino acids

• Fats and oils

What is important about glucose?

• Main source of energy for your brain and nervous system

• It is a type of vitamin needed for growth

• It is a mineral that strengthens bones

• It is a hormone that regulates sleep

What is glycogen?

• Glucose that is stored in muscles and the liver for later use

• A type of protein found in red blood cells

• A hormone that regulates blood pressure

• A vitamin essential for vision

What is the definition of fiber?

• a tough complex carbohydrate that the body is unable to digest

• a type of protein that builds muscle

• a mineral essential for bone health

• a simple sugar used for energy

What type of foods is fiber found in?

• It is only found in plant based foods like fruits, veggies, and whole grains, and nuts

• It is only found in animal products like meat and dairy

• It is only found in processed foods like chips and candy

• It is only found in beverages like soda and juice

What are the benefits of fiber?

• It balances levels of glucose, prevents overeating, lowers cholesterol, and adds bulk to stools

• It increases blood pressure and causes dehydration

• It reduces bone density and increases sugar cravings

• It causes rapid weight gain and increases cholesterol levels