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Essential Nutrients

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which nutrient provides the body with the most efficient energy?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Proteins

c)

Fats

d)

Vitamins

2.

The body uses this nutrient to build and repair body tissues.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Minerals

c)

Proteins

d)

Carbohydrates

3.

Which nutrient helps regulate body temperature?

a)

Minerals and Vitamins

b)

Water and Fats

c)

Proteins and Carbohydrats

d)

Vitamins and Carbohydrates

4.

This nutrient is found in every cell and is the basic material in your blood.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Fats

c)

Water

d)

Proteins

5.

These nutrients are needed for normal cell function, growth, and development.

a)

Fats

b)

Water

c)

Proteins

d)

Vitamins

6.

Whole wheat bread and pasta are examples of...

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Vitamins

c)

Water

d)

Proteins

7.

Meat, poultry, and seafood are examples of...

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Proteins

c)

Vitamins

d)

Fats

8.

This nutrient is an important part of healthy bones, teeth, and organs.

a)

Minerals

b)

Water

c)

Vitamins

d)

Proteins

9.
Which of the following is an excellent source of vitamin C?
a)
Citrus foods
b)
milk
c)
bread
d)
hamburger 
10.
Define Calorie
a)
a measurement for the amount of energy in food
b)
the need for food 
c)
the process by which the body takes in and uses food
d)
the want for food