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Healthy Living - Nutrition

Total questions: 37

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Nutrient that occurs naturally in rocks and soil; needed only in small amounts.

a)

fat

b)

protein

c)

mineral

d)

vitamin

2.

Nutrient that is the body's main source of energy.

a)

carbohydrate

b)

fat

c)

protein

d)

water

3.

The nutrient that is important for the growth and repair of body tissues.

a)

carobhydrate

b)

fat

c)

protein

d)

water

4.

Food provides _______________________, which are substances that the body needs to regulate bodily functions, promote growth, repair body tissue, and obtain energy.

a)

Sugars

b)

Hydroponics

c)

Nutrients

d)

fluids

5.

The amount of energy released from food is measured in units called __________________.

a)

watts

b)

power cells

c)

calories

d)

carbs

6.

The first principal of a healthy diet is?

a)

focus on just one food

b)

take in lots of lean meat

c)

eat only green vegetables

d)

eat a wide variety of foods

7.

Which is a vegetable source of protein?

a)

beans

b)

beef

c)

lean meat

d)

apples

8.
Which of the following is not a nutrient?
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Vegetables
d)
Protein
9.

Jerry wants to build up his muscles; which nutrient group should he increase in his diet?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Proteins

d)

vitamins

10.
If you don't eat enough fibre you may become
a)
dehydrated
b)
ill
c)
fat
d)
constipated
11.

The Nutrition Facts panel on food labels includes information on

a)

the percent Daily Value of each nutrient per serving

b)

the price per unit

c)

the expiration date of the food

d)

how to prepare the food

12.
Fish, meat and eggs are rich in carbohydrates
a)
True
b)
False
13.
Consuming too much ___________ can lead to high blood pressure.
a)
grain
b)
sodium
c)
water
d)
fruit
14.

Which of the following are good sources of Protein?

Choose 2 answers.

a)

Chicken & Meat

b)

Nuts & Beans

c)

Bread & rice

d)

Vegetables & fruits

15.

To keep healthy, you should cut all the fat from your diet.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

You need to drink only two glasses of water every day.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Which of the following is true about most fast foods?

a)

they are high in vitamins and minerals

b)

they are high in fat, sodium and/or sugar.

c)

they are usually cheaper than home-made meals

d)

they are a healthy choice in modern society

e)

All answers are correct.

18.

What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods?

a)

to learn about foods from different cultures

b)

to provide all the nutrients you need

c)

to keep from getting bored with your diet

d)

to help improve physical fitness

19.

Elements that are essential for good health (e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium) are called ...

a)

Protein

b)

Fat

c)

Minerals

d)

Carbohydrates

20.

The body uses these two things to transport nutrients.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Water

c)

Minerals

d)

Fats

21.

Organic compounds that help our body to work properly. e.g. A, C, B, K, D

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Minerals

c)

Vitamins

d)

Fats

22.

This nutrient is a stored source of energy e.g. oils, butter, margarine.

a)

MInerals

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Fats

d)

Vitamins

23.
Calcium, Sodium, and Iron are examples of ________?
a)
Minerals
b)
Vitamins
c)
Fruits
d)
Fiber
24.
Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?
a)
water
b)
fat
c)
fiber
d)
protein
25.

Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are healthy sources of....

a)

Fiber

b)

Protein

c)

Minerals

d)

Fat

26.

Which one of the following is a good protein source?

a)

Banana

b)

Beans

c)

Bagels

d)

Granola Bar

27.

These foods are a good source of protein.

(Choose 2 answers.)

a)

apples, grapes and mangoes

b)

milk and eggs

c)

meat, fish, and poultry

d)

Wonder Bread and Timbits

28.

When you don't drink enough water you can become... (choose 2 answers)

a)

constipated

b)

hyper

c)

sleepy

d)

dehydrated

29.
WHAT ARE THE 6 NUTRIENTS?
a)
Carbs, Meats, Fibers, Water, Protein, and Dairy
b)
Fruits, Milk, Fibers, Water, Pork, and Vitamins
c)
Carbs, Fats, Minerals, Water, Proteins, and Vitamins
d)
Carbs, Fats, Fibers, Cheese, Protein, and Vegtables
30.

Eating too much sugar puts me at risk of ...

a)

gaining weight

b)

not getting the nutrients my body needs

c)

developing Type 2 Diabetes

d)

All of the above

31.

Nutrition labels on beverages can tell us ...

a)

what diseases I may get if I drink too much of it

b)

how much the drink costs.

c)

how many grams of sugar have been added.

d)

where I can buy the product

32.

One of the main causes of dental cavities is ...

a)

calcium

b)

sugar

c)

good dental hygiene

d)

fruit and vegetables

33.

Acne is made worse by eating a diet high in these foods (choose 2 answers)

a)

sugars

b)

breads

c)

vegetables

d)

fats

34.

A medium sized cup of Nestea contains 40g of added sugar. How many teaspoons is this?

a)

13 tsp.

b)

7 tsp

c)

10 tsp

d)

11.5 tsp

35.

A McDonald's McChicken sandwich contains 640mg of sodium or 27% of the recommended Daily Value.

For one serving, this is ...

a)

a healthy amount of sodium

b)

a lot of sodium

c)

a small amount of sodium

d)

not enough to make it taste good

36.

An Oreo McFlurry contains 68g of sugar. How many teaspoons is this?

a)

14

b)

12.5

c)

17

d)

10.5

37.

Which 2 options list the healthiest sources of water for our bodies?

a)

100% orange juice, 2% milk, water

b)

watermelon, cucumbers, strawberries

c)

coconut water, vitamin water, tea

d)

Coffee, chocolate milk, diet soda