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Sport Science Diet Revision

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

_________________ is necessary to building maintenance and repair of body tissue.

a)

sugar

b)

protein

c)

salt

d)

oil

2.

Fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes are foods high in?

a)

Protein

b)

complex carbohydrates

c)

sugars

d)

whole grains

3.

Which is a vegetable source of protein?

a)

beans

b)

beef

c)

lean meat

d)

apples

4.
Which of the following is not a nutrient?
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Vegetables
d)
Protein
5.
Which one of the following is NOT needed in higher amount as our diet by our body?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Water
c)
Fats
d)
Fibre
6.
Define the term 'balanced diet'.
a)
A diet containing some nutrients in the correct proportions.
b)
A diet containing most nutrients in the correct proportions.
c)
A diet containing none nutrients in the correct proportions.
d)
A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.
7.

Identify the three macronutrients

a)

Carbohydrate, Protein, Fibre

b)

Carbs, Fat, Protein

c)

Carbohydrate, Fat, Protein

d)

Vitamins and Minerals

8.

Identify the two micronutrients

a)

Vitamins and Fibre

b)

Minerals and Vitamin A, B, C

c)

Fibre and Water

d)

Vitamins and Minerals

9.

Which one of the following states why an endurance athlete would use carbohydrate loading?

a)

To build strength

b)

To repair damaged body tissue after injury

c)

To increase energy stores

d)

To lose weight

10.

Foods that are high in Saturated Fat will

a)

lead to a risk of heart disease

b)

keep you healthy

c)

build strong bones and muscles

d)

help the immune system

11.

Most people should take Vitamin D supplements because they don't get enough...

a)

Sun

b)

Sea

c)

Sand

d)

Protien

12.

Which of the following is an element essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium

a)

Protein

b)

Fat

c)

Minerals

d)

Carbohydrates

13.
The body uses this to dissolve and transport materials.
a)
Fats
b)
Water
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
14.

Which of the following describes macronutrients the best?

a)

Foods needed in smaller amounts in the diet.

b)

Foods needed in equal amounts in the diet.

c)

Gained through liquids.

d)

Foods needed in larger amounts in the diet.

15.

Which of the following best describes the function of vitamin C?

a)

Helps keep bones and teeth healthy.

b)

Helps regulate body fluid levels.

c)

Helps maintain an effective immune system.

d)

Helps the body recover from exercise.

16.

What is the function of potassium?

a)

Prevent illnesses.

b)

Regulate body fluid levels.

c)

Helps maintain bone strength.

d)

Helps ensure muscles stay healthy.

17.

Which best describes iron?

a)

Maintains an effective immune system.

b)

Increases the body's oxygen carrying capacity.

c)

Helps the body get rid of waste.

d)

Provides the body with energy.

18.

Which would be a benefit of carbohydrate loading?

a)

Ensures the body can recover quicker after exercise.

b)

Allows the body to stay hydrated.

c)

Allows slow-release energy to be gradually stored before an event.

d)

All of the above.

19.

Which of these is not a complex carbohydrate?

a)

Bread

b)

Rice

c)

Pasta

d)

Chocolate.

20.

Which of the following is an advantage consuming fibre?

a)

Provides energy.

b)

Helps store energy in the body.

c)

Prevents constipation.

d)

Prevents dehydration.