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Nutrition Review

Total questions: 27

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which is NOT a type of fat?  
a)
saturated
b)
trans
c)
unsaturated
d)
carbohydrate
2.
There are 13 vitamins including...
a)
A, B complex, C, D, E, K
b)

trans, saturated & unsaturated

c)
X,Y,Z
d)
calcium, magnesium potassium
3.
Calcium, potassium, zinc, magnesium are all examples of...
a)
vitamins
b)
proteins
c)
minerals
d)
fibers
4.

Carbohydrates are our main source of...

a)
fat
b)
energy
c)

micronutrients

d)

calories

5.

The following foods would be classified under the "proteins" food group...

a)

eggs, sunflower seeds, nuts, tofu

b)

papaya, guava, mango, pasta

c)

eggs, bread, pasta

d)

lettuce, kale, cauliflower

6.
Which nutrient helps to repair cell and tissue damage?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
proteins
c)
vitamins
d)
disease
7.

Which is considered to be the most important nutrient?

a)
water
b)
vitamins
c)

protein

d)

carbohydrates

8.

The following are examples of foods containing SIMPLE carbohydrates...

a)

peanuts, bread, yogurt

b)

white rice, white bread, cake

c)

brown rice, whole wheat bread, apples

d)

kale, broccoli, carrots

9.

The following are examples of foods containing COMPLEX carbohydrates...

a)
peanuts, bread, yogurt
b)

oats, apples, brown rice

c)

white bread, white rice, cookies

d)
barley, ginger, garlic
10.

Which is a COMPLEX carbohydrate?

a)

quinoa

b)

white rice

c)

white bread

d)

steak

11.
Which two categories do carbohydrates come in?
a)
simple & complex
b)
sweet & sour
c)

micronutrient & macronutrient

d)

protein & fat

12.
Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?  
a)

vitamins

b)

water

c)

dairy

d)

protein

13.

_____________ are substances that provide nourishment essential for growth, repair, and the maintenance of life.

a)

Calories

b)

Nutrients

c)

Diets

d)

Supplements

14.
Which of the following are examples of SIMPLE carbohydrates
a)
white bread, candy, potato chips
b)
whole wheat bread, fruit
c)
eggs, beans, nuts
d)
oatmeal, sweet potatoes
15.

Beans, nuts, seeds, and eggs belong in the ___________ food group.

a)

protein

b)

grain

c)

carbohydrate

d)

vegan

16.

What are the 5 food groups?

a)

grains, fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy

b)

fruits, vegetables, milk, meat, fats

c)

vitamins, minerals, water, starches, fats

d)

grains, fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy, paper

17.

Macronutrients include: 

a)

vitamins & minerals

b)

water & calories

c)

grains, dairy, fruits

d)

proteins, carbohydrates, fats

18.

The USDA recommends that people limit the amount of ___________________ in their diets.

a)

carbohydrates, proteins, water

b)

highly processed foods, added sugar & sodium

c)

grains, meat, dairy

d)

micronutrients & macronutrients

19.

It is best to get nutrients from supplements rather than from food

a)

true

b)

false

20.

The USDA encourages people to consume more...

a)

trans fats, added sugars & hydrogenated oils

b)

nutrient dense vegetables, fruits & whole grains

c)

high fructose corn syrup & artificial colors and flavors

d)

simple carbohydrates & highly processed foods

21.

___________________ 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.

a)

macronutrients

b)

micronutrients

c)

phytonutrients

d)

nutrients

22.

Although fiber is NOT a nutrient, it is beneficial to our diets because it can help reduce:

a)

weight loss & acne

b)

risk of heart disease & diabetes

c)

food borne illness & injury

d)

protein & carbohydrates

23.

The following can be considered to be good sources of FIBER:

a)

protein & dairy

b)

vitamins & minerals

c)

added sugars, sodium & saturated fats

d)

fruits, vegetables & whole grains

24.

A ___________ describes having a lack of or shortage of certain nutrients.

a)

deficiency

b)

surplus

c)

supplement

d)

solubility

25.

Which of the following is NOT an essential nutrient, but it does play a very important role in our diets?

a)

water

b)

fiber

c)

vitamins

d)

fats

26.

______________ describes all of the food and beverages one consumes. It contributes to meeting our physical, social, and emotional needs.

a)

Nutrients

b)

Nutrition

c)

Diet

d)

Calories

27.

_____________ are substances added to food to cause a desired change in the product’s characteristics


a)

Food subtractives

b)

Food additives

c)

Trans fats

d)

Calories