Nutrition and Energy Concepts

Nutrition and Energy Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Life Skills, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Medium

Created by

Amelia Wright

Used 7+ times

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The video tutorial provides ten rules for reading food labels, using an alien analogy to simplify the process. It explains that food is fuel for the body, similar to how gas powers a spaceship. The tutorial covers understanding calories, serving sizes, and the types of calories from fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. It emphasizes the importance of choosing foods with healthy fats, low carbohydrates, and high protein. Additionally, it advises selecting foods with simple, pronounceable ingredients to avoid processed options.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of food for the body?

To provide flavor

To act as fuel

To build muscles

To hydrate the body

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a Calorie?

A serving size

A measure of energy

A type of nutrient

A unit of weight

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to know the serving size of food?

To understand the energy content

To measure the weight of the food

To determine the flavor

To know the price

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are calories listed on a food label?

Per container

Per cup

Per ounce

Per serving

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three main ingredients in food that provide energy?

Sugars, fibers, and starches

Enzymes, acids, and bases

Fats, carbohydrates, and proteins

Vitamins, minerals, and water

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of food ingredient is the most concentrated in terms of calories?

Fats

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Vitamins

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you be cautious with foods high in carbohydrates?

They are difficult to digest

They have no nutritional value

They are stored quickly if not used

They are always unhealthy

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