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WorksheetsNutrition
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 50mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
One half of your plate should be
a)
Protein
b)
Dairy
c)
Grains
d)
Fruits and Vegetables
2.
Yogurt belongs to what food group?
a)
Dairy
b)
Protein
3.
Water is part of which food group.
a)
vegetables
b)
fruit
c)
protein
d)
all of the them
4.
Which vitamin helps your body heal cuts and scratches? (found in citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits)
a)
Vitamin A
b)
Vitamin B
c)
Vitamin C
d)
Vitamin D
5.
Which vitamin helps build strong bones? (found in milk)
a)
Vitamin A
b)
Vitamin B
c)
Vitamin C
d)
Vitamin D
6.
Which mineral keeps your muscles and nervous system working right? (found in dairy foods and bananas)
a)
Potassium
b)
Calcium
c)
Iron
d)
None
7.
Which mineral helps build strong bones and teeth? (found in milk)
a)
Potassium
b)
Calcium
c)
Iron
d)
None
8.
Which of the following gives you energy and is found in grains.
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Proteins
c)
Water
d)
Fats
9.
Which of the following are used to build muscles and used for energy?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Protein
c)
Water
d)
Fats
10.
Which is useful in small amounts in liquid form like olive oil or protein foods?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Protein
c)
Water
d)
Fats
11.
Which is not found on a food label?
a)
Serving size
b)
Calories
c)
Type of food
d)
Nutrients
12.
Where are the calories located on a food label?
a)
Top
b)
Middle
c)
Bottom
13.
You get the energy you need for your daily activities from the food you eat.
a)
True
b)
False
14.
You need to drink only two glasses of water every day.
a)
True
b)
False
15.
Your nutrition affects your overall health.
a)
True
b)
False
16.
To be healthy, you have to cut all the fat from your diet.
a)
True
b)
False
17.
The food you eat must be broken down into a different form before your body can use it.
a)
True
b)
False
18.
The Nutrition Facts label shows you how much of each food you should eat.
a)
True
b)
False
19.
Practicing good nutrition means that you can eat one type of food every day as long as the food is healthy.
a)
True
b)
False
20.
You get all the water you need by drinking one soft drink each day.
a)
True
b)
False
21.
A small amount of fat in your diet is good for your body.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
The number of calories in food is a measure of how much energy that food provides.
a)
True
b)
False
23.
Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
vitamins
c)
water
d)
minerals
24.
Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?
a)
vitamins
b)
fats
c)
proteins
d)
carbohydrates
25.
Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
fats
c)
protein
d)
water
26.
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
27.
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
28.
Elements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium
a)
Protein
b)
Fat
c)
Minerals
d)
Carbohydrates
29.
The body uses this to dissolve and transport materials.
a)
Fats
b)
Water
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
30.
Organic compounds that help our body to work properly. e.g. A, C, B, K, D
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Metabolism
c)
Vitamins
d)
Digestion
31.
Stored energy e.g. oils, butter, margarine
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
32.
Calcium, Sodium, and Iron are examples of ________?
a)
Minerals
b)
Vitamins
c)
Fruits
d)
Fiber
33.
Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?
a)
water
b)
fat
c)
fiber
d)
protein
34.
Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are health sources of....
a)
Fiber
b)
Protein
c)
Minerals
d)
Fat
35.
Which one of the following is a good protein source?
a)
Banana
b)
Beans
c)
Bagels
d)
Breakfast Bar
36.
Proteins are found in...
a)
dried beans, peas, and nuts
b)
milk and eggs
c)
meat, fish, and poultry
d)
All choices are correct
37.
When you don't drink enough water you can become:
a)
silly
b)
hyper
c)
intoxicated
d)
dehydrated
38.
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
39.
Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
vitamins
c)
water
d)
minerals
40.
This nutrient helps keep your bones and teeth strong
a)
vitamins
b)
carbohydrates
c)
Minerals
d)
Fats
41.
Which nutrient carries nutrients to cells and waste from the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
proteins
c)
fats
d)
water
42.
Organic compounds that control several body functions. e.g. A, C, K
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Metabolism
c)
Vitamins
d)
Digestion
43.
The process of breaking down food into a form the body can use.
a)
Diet
b)
Metabolism
c)
Calories
d)
Digestion
44.
The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called
a)
grams
b)
calories
c)
ounces
d)
pounds
45.
Your nutrition affects your overall health.
a)
True
b)
False
46.
Which of the following is an example of a healthy snack?
a)
chips
b)
pop tart
c)
banana
d)
doughnut
47.
We should exercise _______ minutes each day to be healthy.
a)
120
b)
90
c)
30
d)
60
48.
To stay healthy, you should know:
a)
How to make food for your family.
b)
Your serving sizes and food groups.
c)
That you should eat whenever you are hungry.
49.
Ashley is getting ready for her soccer game. Which nutrient will give her body the main fuel for her game?
a)
Fat
b)
Water
c)
Multi-vitamin
d)
Carbohydrates
50.
This nutrient makes up 75% of your body:
a)
water
b)
vitamin A
c)
carbohydrates
d)
protein
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