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Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Apples would best fall under which category?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fats
Minerals
Cheddar cheese would best fall under which category?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fats
Vitamins
Cereal would best fall under which category?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fats
Vitamins
Scrambled Eggs would best fall under which category?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fats
Vitamins
What is a calorie?
A type of Carbohydrate.
The amount of grams in a food item.
A macronutrient.
Unit for the amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down.
What are the 3 Micronutrients?
Protein, Carbs & Fats
Vitamins, Calcium & Iron
Vitamins, Minerals & Water
Protein, Lipids & Carbs
What are the two types of Carbohydrates?
Simple & Concentrated
Simple & Complex
Sugars & Vegetables
Organic & Processed
Simple Carbohydrates are...
refined grains that are processed.
whole grains.
healthier than whole grains.
foods that contain dairy.
Complex Carbohydrates are...
consisting of added sugars.
processed.
organic and all natural.
whole grains.
What are the 2 types of Complex Carbohydrates?
Simple & Complex
Processed & Refined
Starches & Fiber
Sugar & Sodium
An example of a Starch would be...
chicken
soup
white rice
potatoes
Good sources of fiber would be...
meats, eggs & milk
fruits, vegetables & nuts
water
processed carbohydrates
Unsaturated fats are...
solid at room temperature.
found in meats.
the unhealthy fat.
important for cardiovascular health & help fight heart disease.
Is it important to have saturated fats in your diet?
No it's not needed.
Yes, about 5-10% of your diet.
Yes, about 15-30% of your diet.
Yes, about 1-3% of your diet.
Protein is essential for...
growth & repair of body tissue.
long & sustained energy.
longer endurance events.
shorter energy bursts.
Complete proteins...
contain all 11 essential amino acids.
contain all 11 nonessential amino acids.
contain all 9 essential amino acids.
contain all 9 nonessential amino acids.
An example of an incomplete protein would be...
beans
salmon
eggs
protein shake
How much physical activity should a high school student be getting daily?
15-30 minutes
30-45 minutes
60 minutes
90+ minutes
The disease that is non-insulin dependent and is treated with diet and exercise?
Type 1 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
Hypertension
Cardiovascular Disease
How many calories are in a pound?
2000
3000
3500
4500
Vitamins A, D, E & K are considered to be...
water-soluble
fat-soluble
minerals
antioxidants
3 minerals we need a significant amount of in our bodies are...
iodine, copper & zinc
vitamins B, C & D
protein, carbs & fats
sodium, potassium & calcium
3 new differences on the Food Label are...
serving size is larger, the calories are in bigger font & total fats are now listed.
serving size is larger, the calories are in bigger font & added sugars are now listed.
the font is bigger, they added more servings per container & added trans fats.
There are no new changes to the Food Label.
Osteoporosis is...
a decrease in bone density.
an increase in bone density.
a decrease in lean muscle mass.
when the body produces too much insulin.
Weakness, rapid breathing & a weak heart beat are symptoms of?
Type 2 Diabetes
Lack of carbohydrates in diet
Type 1 Diabetes
Dehydration
