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Nutrition - Macro's Vs Micro's

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which nutrient is considered a building block of the body?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Protein

c)

Fat

d)

Water

2.

Which nutrient is a stored and used as the primary source of energy?

a)

Protein

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Fat

d)

Water

3.

Which vitamin serves as an antioxidant and supports the absorption of iron?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Vitamin B

c)

Vitamin C

d)

Vitamin D

4.

Which vitamin supports the absorption of calcium and helps build strong bones?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Vitamin B

c)

Vitamin C

d)

Vitamin D

5.

Which mineral is found in banana's and dried fruits, and supports water/electrolyte balance and nervous system response?

a)

Potassium

b)

Calcium

c)

Iron

d)

None

6.

Which mineral is primarily found in dairy products, supports muscle contraction and helps build strong bones and teeth?

a)

Potassium

b)

Calcium

c)

Iron

d)

None

7.

Which of the following fat classifications should be consumed in the largest amount as part of RDI?

a)

Monounsaturated

b)

Saturated

c)

Polyunsaturated

d)

Essential Fatty Acids

8.

Which of the following macronutrients insulates the nerve cell, protects internal organs and helps to provide flavour?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Protein

c)

Water

d)

Fats

9.

Which of the following would be considered an organic compound and helps to controls several body functions?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Protein

c)

Vitamins

d)

Minerals

10.

Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are primarily a rich and healthy sources from which of the following Macronutrients?

a)

Water

b)

Protein

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Fat

11.

A deficiency in vitamin C, could lead to which of the following?

a)

Scurvy

b)

Rickets

c)

Osteoporosis

d)

Anemia

12.

If a person has a deficiency in Calcium and vitamin D, they are potentially at risk of which of the following?

a)

scurvy

b)

Rickets

c)

Osteoporosis

d)

Anemia

13.

If an individual follows a vegetarian diet and is therefore deficient in Iron, which of the following could be a potential side affect?

a)

scurvy

b)

Rickets

c)

Osteoporosis

d)

Anemia

14.

Which of the following is the key purpose of carbohydrates?

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.

15.

Which nutrient support the transportation of other nutrients to cells and supports the expulsion of waste from the body?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Proteins

c)

Fats

d)

Water

16.

Which of the following foods is NOT a form of carbohydrate?

a)

Rice

b)

Bread

c)

Fruit

d)

Fish

17.

Which of the following foods is NOT a form of protein?

a)

Orange

b)

Steak

c)

Eggs

d)

Chicken

18.

Which of the following is the primary role of fibre in the diet?

a)

Strengthen teeth and bones

b)

Keep the digestive system healthy

c)

Provides the body with energy

d)

Repairs muscle and tissues

19.

Vitamin A is important for which of the following?

a)

Keeping the immune system healthy

b)

Providing the body with energy

c)

Improving and supporting normal healthy vision

d)

Reducing the risk of brittle bones

20.

Which vitamin or mineral allows the Haemoglobin to hold and bind with oxygen?

a)

Calcium

b)

Iron

c)

Vitamin A

d)

Vitamin D