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Nutrition

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Food is the fuel that gives your body_______________.

a)

heat

b)

energy

c)

conditions

2.
Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
vitamins
c)
water
d)
minerals
3.
Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?
a)
vitamins
b)
fats
c)
proteins
d)
carbohydrates
4.
Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram? 
a)
carbohydrates
b)
fats
c)
protein
d)
water
5.
Which nutrient carries nutrients to cells and waste from the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
proteins
c)
fats
d)
water
6.
Organic compounds that control several body functions. e.g. A, C, K
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Metabolism
c)
Vitamins
d)
Digestion
7.
The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called
a)
grams
b)
calories
c)
ounces
d)
pounds
8.
Your nutrition affects your overall health.
a)
True
b)
False
9.
Which of the following is an example of a healthy snack?
a)
chips
b)
pop tart
c)
banana
d)
doughnut
10.
We should exercise _______ minutes each day to be healthy.
a)
120
b)
90
c)
30
d)
60
11.
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.
12.
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
13.
This nutrient makes up 75% of your body:
a)
water
b)
vitamin A
c)
carbohydrates 
d)
protein 
14.
Which nutrient should be eaten before, during and after exercise for quick energy? 
a)
Protein
b)
Carbohydrate 
c)
Fat
d)
Water
15.
One half of your plate should be
a)
Protein
b)
Dairy
c)
Grains
d)
Fruits and Vegetables
16.
Yogurt belongs to what food group?
a)
Dairy
b)
Protein
17.
Which of the following gives you energy and is found in grains.
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Proteins
c)
Water
d)
Fats
18.
Which of the following are used to build muscles and used for energy?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Protein
c)
Water
d)
Fats
19.
Which is not found on a food label?
a)
Serving size
b)
Calories
c)
Type of food
d)
Nutrients 
20.
You get the energy you need for your daily activities from the food you eat.
a)
True
b)
False
21.
Nutrients that build and repair tissues and cells e.g. meat, milk, eggs.
a)
Fat
b)
Minerals
c)
Vitamins
d)
Protein
22.
Which food group does bread belong in?
a)
grains
b)
dairy
c)
fruit
d)
vegetable
23.
Which food group does yogurt and milk belong in?
a)
protein
b)
vegetables
c)
fruit
d)
dairy
24.
What is the word for a substance in a food that is used by the body?
a)
source
b)
nutrient
c)
absorb
25.
How long should you wash your hands for?
a)
about 30 seconds
b)
2 minutes
c)
about 10 seconds
26.
Which food group does a carrot belong in?
a)
fruit
b)
vegetable
c)
grains
27.

Which food group is NOT part of the 5 suggested food groups from MyPlate?

a)

Fruits

b)

Vegetables

c)

Processed Food

d)

Grains

e)

Protein

28.

When looking for fruit, focus on...(choose ALL that apply)

a)

fresh fruits

b)

100% fruit juice

c)

dried fruit

d)

frozen fruit

e)

watermelon sour patch

29.

When eating grains, you should choose (a)   versions of bread, pasta, and tortillas.

30.

Examples of protein foods are... (choose ALL that apply)

a)

Unsalted Nuts & Seeds

b)

Poultry

c)

Seafood

d)

Soy

e)

Yogurt

31.

Soda and energy and sports drinks contain A LOT of...

a)

Flavor

b)

Added sugar

c)

Goodness

d)

Nutrients

32.

Being active (at least 60 min/day) can help you prevent disease and manage your weight.

a)

True

b)

False

33.
To be healthy, you have to cut all the fat from your diet.
a)
True
b)
False
34.
The Nutrition Facts label shows you how much of each food you should eat.
a)
True
b)
False
35.
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
36.
A small amount of fat in your diet is good for your body.
a)
True
b)
False
37.
The number of calories in food is a measure of how much energy that food provides.
a)
True
b)
False
38.

Which do you want the least amount of in your diet?

a)

Protein

b)

Sugar

c)

Potassium

d)

Calcium

39.

True or False. When reading a nutrition label it is important to know the serving size?

a)

True

b)

False

40.
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