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WorksheetsLesson 2 - Nutrients
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Which of the nutrients is the main source of energy for the body?
Minerals
Vitamins
Fats
Proteins
Carbohydrates
This is the process that establishes the rate at which one burns calories and how quickly one gains and/or loses weight
Nutrition
Body Composition
Body Mass Index
Metabolism
This is a tough complex carbohydrate that the body cannot digest, and it helps to move waste through the digestive system
Fiber
Starch
Soy
Cholesterol
Examples of water-soluble vitamins are...
Vitamins B & C
Vitamins A & K
Vitamins A & C
Vitamins E & D
What are the building blocks of proteins called?
Incomplete protein
Fats
Lactic acid
Amino acids
Macronutrients include all of the following EXCEPT...
Water
Protein
Vitamins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Consuming too many _______________ fats may increase your risk of heart disease
Unsaturated
Saturated
Monosaturated
Polyunsaturated
The two types of minerals are...
Macro and Micro
Macro and Trace
Macro and Essential
Trace and Complete
Micro and Nonessential
The amount of energy released when nutrients are burned is measured in units called...
Digestion
Metabolism
Calories
Nutrients
This is a serious reduction in the body's water content
Homeostasis
Metabolism
Hydration
Dehydration
This vitamin is found in dark, green leafy vegetables and helps to prevent birth defects
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Folate
Vitamin D
Which of these foods is/are considered to be a simple carbohydrate?
All of the foods listed are simple carbohydrates
Fruit
Honey
White rice
Cookies
As a result of this type of fat, the USDA now requires that the amount is listed on the nutrition label.
Trans fat
Saturated fat
Monounsaturated fat
Unsaturated fat
Polyunsaturated fat
How many amino acids does your body need from food sources?
11
12
9
8
Which of these foods is a good example of a complete protein?
Grains
Seeds
Legumes
Nuts
Eggs
Which of these is TRUE about water?
It thickens our blood during exercise and makes our heart work much harder.
It makes joints stiff and hard to move.
All of the statements are true.
It helps to regulate the body's temperature.
It dissolves vitamins A and C.
Your skin produces this vitamins when it is exposed to sunlight.
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Calcium
A person who weighs 160 pounds should try to drink how many ounces of water on a daily basis?
60 oz.
75 oz.
80 oz.
45 oz.
This type of cholesterol is considered the "bad" cholesterol.
LPL
HDL
LDL
LCL
HPL
Saturated fats come mainly from plant sources and are better for you than unsaturated fats.
True
False
Vitamins and minerals are a good source of energy for the body.
True
False
The higher in sugar and lower in fiber, the worse the carbohydrate is for you.
True
False
Olive oil is a good source of healthful, unsaturated fat.
True
False
For long lasting energy, a simple carbohydrate would be a better choice than a complex carbohydrate.
True
False
Your body naturally produces minerals.
True
False
Unused amounts of fat-soluble vitamins are removed by the kidneys.
True
False
Omega fats are saturated fats and should be eaten springly.
True
False
Being thirsty means that you have waited too long to take in fluids.
True
False
Incomplete proteins have all of the essential amino acids and are found in plant products.
True
False
Starches are complex carbohydrates that the body cannot digest.
True
False
