Worksheetsfood and nutrition
Total questions: 46
Worksheet time: 21mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which food group does yogurt and milk belong in?
a)
protein
b)
vegetables
c)
fruit
d)
dairy
2.
What is the word for a substance in a food that is used by the body?
a)
source
b)
nutrient
c)
absorb
3.
What is the word for the nutrition information printed on the side of a food container?
a)
food label
b)
preservative
c)
additive
4.
How long should you wash your hands for?
a)
about 30 seconds
b)
2 minutes
c)
about 10 seconds
5.
Which food group does turkey belong in?
a)
dairy
b)
fruit
c)
vegetables
d)
meat/proteins
6.
A pattern of eating that includes how much, what, and how often a person eats.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Calories
d)
Vitamins
7.
A chemical compound made up of one or more simple sugar e.g. bread, rice, pasta
a)
Protein
b)
Water
c)
Fat
d)
Carbohydrates
8.
Nutrients that build and repair tissues and cells e.g. meat, milk, eggs.
a)
Fat
b)
Minerals
c)
Vitamins
d)
Protein
9.
Elements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium
a)
Protein
b)
Fat
c)
Minerals
d)
Carbohydrates
10.
The process of converting the energy in food into energy the body can use.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Digestion
d)
Calories
11.
The body uses this to carry nutrients and waste. It also helps joints move smoothly.
a)
Fat
b)
Water
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamin
12.
Organic compounds that control several body functions. e.g. A, C, K
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Metabolism
c)
Vitamins
d)
Digestion
13.
The process of breaking down food into a form the body can use.
a)
Diet
b)
Metabolism
c)
Calories
d)
Digestion
14.
Energy storage nutrients that help the body store some vitamins e.g. oils, butter, margarine
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
15.
The amount of energy the body gets from food is measured in.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Calories
d)
Protein
16.
Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
vitamins
c)
water
d)
minerals
17.
Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?
a)
vitamins
b)
fats
c)
proteins
d)
carbohydrates
18.
Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
fats
c)
protein
d)
water
19.
Which of the following is true about most fast foods?
a)
they are low in nutrient density
b)
they are high in fat and calories
c)
they are low in vitamins and minerals
d)
all of the above
20.
What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods?
a)
to learn the food label
b)
to provide all the nutrients you need
c)
to keep from getting bored with your diet
d)
to help improve physical fitness
21.
Elements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium
a)
Protein
b)
Fat
c)
Minerals
d)
Carbohydrates
22.
Which one of the following is a good protein source?
a)
Banana
b)
Beans
c)
Bagels
d)
Breakfast Bar
23.
Proteins are found in...
a)
dried beans, peas, and nuts
b)
milk and eggs
c)
meat, fish, and poultry
d)
All choices are correct
24.
When you don't drink enough water you can become:
a)
silly
b)
hyper
c)
intoxicated
d)
dehydrated
25.
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
26.
The chemical process by which your body breaks down food to release energy is called
a)
metabolism
b)
nutrition
c)
saturation
d)
constipation
27.
The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called
a)
grams
b)
calories
c)
ounces
d)
pounds
28.
What is the main role of carbohydrates?
a)
protecting your nerves
b)
forming your cells
c)
maintaining body temperature
d)
supplying energy for your body's functions
29.
Which is an example of a nutrient dense food?
a)
cake
b)
low-fat yogurt
c)
candy
d)
soft drinks
30.
Is it possible for two meals that contain the same number of calories to have different amounts of energy?
a)
Yes
b)
No
31.
The MINIMUM recommended amount of water that should be consumed in a 24hr period is
a)
60 oz
b)
100 oz
c)
64 oz
d)
24 oz
32.
Water is extremely important to your health because it
a)
makes us sweat
b)
gives us energy
c)
is vital in all of the bodies major functions
d)
is helps make our blood thicker so it can carry more oxygen
33.
Fat has 4 calories per gram
a)
True
b)
False
34.
It is recommended that you have 64 ounces of water each day
a)
True
b)
False
35.
the process by which the body converts food into absorbable substances.
a)
digestion
b)
kidney
c)
colon
d)
ureter
36.
What food group is the above food in?
a)
Fruit
b)
Vegetable
c)
Dairy
d)
Grain
37.
What food group is the above food in?
a)
Grain
b)
Protein
c)
Vegetable
d)
Dairy
38.
Which of the following foods is not a grain source?
a)
Brown Rice
b)
Nuts
c)
Wheat Bread
d)
Spaghetti
39.
What food group is the above food in?
a)
Vegetable
b)
Fruit
c)
Grain
d)
Dairy
40.
What food group is the above food in?
a)
Dairy
b)
Vegetable
c)
Fruit
d)
Protein
41.
About how many calories should a kid your age have each day?
a)
800
b)
1,200
c)
2,000
d)
3,000
42.
What food group is missing from this plate?
a)
Grains
b)
Fruits
c)
Dairy
d)
Protein
43.
Why do we eat carbohydrates?
a)
healthy growth
b)
energy
c)
fight disease
d)
why not
44.
What is an example of a carbohydrate?
a)
peas
b)
bread
c)
beans
d)
water
45.
What is a good source of proteins
a)
milk
b)
cheese
c)
red meat
d)
chocolate
46.
what do we need to stop dehydration?
a)
vitamins
b)
minerals
c)
carbohydrates
d)
water
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