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WorksheetsNutrition Unit
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which of the following describes the process of choosing and consuming foods and beverages to fuel your body?
calorie balance
genetic modification
nutrition
food safety
Taking vitamin supplements is preferable to obtaining vitamins from your daily eating pattern because vitamin supplements contain all the nutrients and other substances your body needs. (a)
Which of the following types of fat was historically found in many processed foods and is not generally recognized as safe by the FDA?
plant fat
saturated fat
unsaturated fat
trans fat
People who use a vegetarian or vegan eating plan are unable to meet their dietary needs because incomplete proteins cannot provide all of the essential amino acids.
TRUE
FALSE
Match the following vitamins with their functions in the body.
A
Helps with vision and immune function.
B
Important for energy production and red blood cell formation.
D
Helps the body absorb calcium, leading to strong teeth and bones.
K
Essential for blood clotting.
If you consume more calories than your body burns over time, a calorie imbalance will occur, and the body will mostly store those extra calories as water.
TRUE
FALSE
The mineral ____ is necessary for muscle, heart, and digestive system health and also builds bone and supports the synthesis and function of blood cells.
Calcium
Chloride
Iron
Fluoride
Spinach, broccoli, kale, and romaine lettuce belong in the (a) vegetable subgroup.
Match the following strategies with their impact on a healthy eating pattern.
paying attention to calorie balance
Helps maintain a healthy weight
skipping breakfast
May lead to overeating later
choosing nutrient-dense foods
Provides essential nutrients
avoiding empty calories
Reduces intake of non-nutritive foods
Which of the following guidelines can help you include more nutrient-dense foods in your eating pattern?
choose fruit juices more often than whole fruits
eat refined grains more often than whole grains
avoid adding empty calories during food preparation
try making a meal around meat instead of beans or peas
Which of the following helps limit your intake of added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium?
drinking whole milk
eating fruits canned in syrup
drinking unsweetened beverages
eating bacon and lunch meat
Which of the following is the recommended daily intake amounts for specific nutrients based on a 2,000-calorie eating plan?
Nutrition Facts label
dietary guidelines
serving size
Daily Values
A food described as (a) must be grown without the use of any fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial chemicals.
Which of the following does not help prevent foodborne illness?
throwing away food held at room temperature for more than two hours
washing fruits and vegetables before preparing them
throwing away cans that are bulging at the top
thawing foods at room temperature
Dietary fiber is a complex carbohydrate that provides the body with energy because the body can completely break it down. (a)
Which of the following is a benefit of consuming whole grains instead of refined grains?
Higher sugar content
Increased fiber intake
More calories
Lower vitamin content
What is the primary function of dietary protein in the body?
Provide energy
Build and repair tissues
Store fat
Regulate body temperature
Which of the following is a recommended strategy for reducing sodium intake?
Use more table salt
Choose fresh or frozen vegetables over canned
Eat more processed foods
Drink sugary beverages
