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WorksheetsNutrition Review
Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 15mins
trans, saturated & unsaturated
Carbohydrates are our main source of...
micronutrients
calories
The following foods would be classified under the "proteins" food group...
eggs, sunflower seeds, nuts, tofu
papaya, guava, mango, pasta
eggs, bread, pasta
lettuce, kale, cauliflower
Which is considered to be the most important nutrient?
protein
carbohydrates
The following are examples of foods containing SIMPLE carbohydrates...
peanuts, bread, yogurt
white rice, white bread, cake
brown rice, whole wheat bread, apples
kale, broccoli, carrots
The following are examples of foods containing COMPLEX carbohydrates...
oats, apples, brown rice
white bread, white rice, cookies
Which is a COMPLEX carbohydrate?
quinoa
white rice
white bread
steak
micronutrient & macronutrient
protein & fat
vitamins
water
dairy
protein
_____________ are substances that provide nourishment essential for growth, repair, and the maintenance of life.
Calories
Nutrients
Diets
Supplements
Beans, nuts, seeds, and eggs belong in the ___________ food group.
protein
grain
carbohydrate
vegan
What are the 5 food groups?
grains, fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy
fruits, vegetables, milk, meat, fats
vitamins, minerals, water, starches, fats
grains, fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy, paper
Macronutrients include:
vitamins & minerals
water & calories
grains, dairy, fruits
proteins, carbohydrates, fats
The USDA recommends that people limit the amount of ___________________ in their diets.
carbohydrates, proteins, water
highly processed foods, added sugar & sodium
grains, meat, dairy
micronutrients & macronutrients
It is best to get nutrients from supplements rather than from food
true
false
The USDA encourages people to consume more...
trans fats, added sugars & hydrogenated oils
nutrient dense vegetables, fruits & whole grains
high fructose corn syrup & artificial colors and flavors
simple carbohydrates & highly processed foods
___________________ are needed by the body in very small amounts, thought their impact on a body's health are critical. Deficiency could cause severe and even life-threatening conditions.
macronutrients
micronutrients
phytonutrients
nutrients
Although fiber is NOT a nutrient, it is beneficial to our diets because it can help reduce:
weight loss & acne
risk of heart disease & diabetes
food borne illness & injury
protein & carbohydrates
The following can be considered to be good sources of FIBER:
protein & dairy
vitamins & minerals
added sugars, sodium & saturated fats
fruits, vegetables & whole grains
A ___________ describes having a lack of or shortage of certain nutrients.
deficiency
surplus
supplement
solubility
Which of the following is NOT an essential nutrient, but it does play a very important role in our diets?
water
fiber
vitamins
fats
______________ describes all of the food and beverages one consumes. It contributes to meeting our physical, social, and emotional needs.
Nutrients
Nutrition
Diet
Calories
_____________ are substances added to food to cause a desired change in the product’s characteristics
Food subtractives
Food additives
Trans fats
Calories
