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WorksheetsNutrients
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
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Class
Date
1.
The purpose of carbohydrates is:
a)
to provide a layer of insulation for protection.
b)
to boost the immune system and fight off infection.
c)
to provide the body with energy.
d)
to help us get a good night's rest.
2.
Which of the following statements describes portion control?
a)
Eating what restaurants typically serve us.
b)
Following the serving size on a food label.
c)
Eating only what you like so you don't waste calories.
d)
Choosing one food group for the day and only eating that.
3.
What does saturated fat do?
a)
Help with digestion of food.
b)
Provide quick bursts of energy.
c)
Provides us with essential nutrients.
d)
Raise cholesterol.
4.
Grains are a good source of...
a)
Protein
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Sugar
d)
Water
5.
The food group that is highest in protein is...
a)
Milk and alternatives
b)
Fruit and vegetables
c)
Meat and alternatives
d)
Grain products
6.
Water
a)
Gives us energy
b)
Helps body to absorb fat
c)
Carries nutrients around body
d)
Is not a nutrient
7.
Which nutrient is our body's MAIN source of energy?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Fats
c)
Water
d)
Minerals
8.
How does calcium help our body?
a)
Builds muscle
b)
Helps eyesight
c)
Develops red blood cells
d)
Builds strong bones
9.
Which one of these is considered the "good fats" that we get from foods?
a)
Unsaturated Fat
b)
Trans Fat
c)
Saturated
d)
Carbs
10.
Seafood is a type of protein.
a)
True
b)
False
c)
Maybe
11.
Cereal is a type of a grain.
a)
True
b)
Maybe
c)
False
12.
How can you tell what the main ingredient in a food is?
a)
the first ingredient on the food label
b)
the last ingredient on the food lable
c)
the one with the highest percentage
d)
the amount of calories
13.
Which of the following are proteins?
a)
arugula
b)
Strawberries
c)
tortilla
d)
Beans, eggs, chicken
14.
How many calories in 1 cup of soup?
a)
160
b)
120
c)
100
d)
60
15.
TRUE OR FALSE: Fish is a source of protein.
a)
True
b)
False
16.
What measures energy in food?
a)
Calories
b)
Ruler
c)
Thermometer
d)
Food label
17.
Which of the following foods is NOT a protein?
a)
bread
b)
Steak
c)
Eggs
d)
Chicken
18.
Which of the following is an excellent source of vitamin C?
a)
orange juice
b)
milk
c)
bread
d)
hamburger
19.
Which of the following is an excellent source of protein?
a)
steak
b)
bread
c)
carrots
d)
water
20.
Proteins ...
a)
Help our body to grow
b)
Provide energy
c)
Cereal and Rice are examples
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