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WorksheetsFNW-6: nutrition and special populations
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
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What is the primary reason people choose a vegan diet?
To improve athletic performance
For ethical reasons related to animal rights
Because it's a trend
To increase their intake of processed foods
Which of the following is NOT a common source of protein in a vegetarian diet?
Quinoa
Beans
Chicken
Tofu
What is a key consideration when planning a balanced vegan diet?
Ensuring a high intake of natural sugars
Avoiding all fats
Including a variety of protein sources
Focusing solely on calorie intake
True or False.
- Vegetarians should add nutrients that are rich in iron and protein to their diets.
True
False.
What type of vegetarian eats milk products?
Lacto-Vegetarian
Ovo-vegetarian
Vegan
Flexitarian
Which vitamin is the main concern for a vegetarian?
A
Protein
B12
C
To maximize iron absorption, you should eat foods that contain
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin B1
Vitamin D
Which nutrients are most needed for healthy bone development?
protein and fat
vitamin D and C
calcium and iron
calcium and vitamin D
What nutrient would vegetarians most likely to be lacking in?
Carbohydrates
Iron
Protein
Fat
Some types of vegetarianism will lack an appropriate intake of calcium.
True
False
The prefix 'ovo' stands for...
Dairy
Egg
Honey
Meat
The prefix 'lacto' stands for...
Cheese
Egg
Milk & Dairy products
Which type of vegetarian avoids all animal products?
vegan
pescatarian
flexitarian
carnivore
What should you do with picky eaters?
Force them to eat it. They will learn to love it
Offer them a lot of unfamiliar foods at the same time. That way you get it over with.
Don't do anything and just provide the food they want and ask for
Lead by example and don't pressure them. Help the food look good and fun
What should children drink?
Anything they want. Their bodies will know what is best for them.
Water instead of sugary drinks
Soda, juice, and flavored milks
Which mineral is deficient in the body when a person is diagnosed with anemia?
Magnesium
Copper
Iron
Calcium
Why do adults need fewer calories?
Their metabolism speeds up
Their metabolism slows down
They get more tired easier so they get fatter
They don't need fewer calories
What factors make it difficult for the Elderly to get good nutrition?
Live alone
Disabilities
Financial Reasons
All of the above
If adults eat the same amount of food as when they were younger, they are likely to:
Gain Weight
Lose Weight
Maintain Weight
What is the disease that affects blood sugar?
Heart Attack
Stroke
Diabetes
