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WorksheetsNutrients Quiz
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which nutrient is our body's MAIN source of energy
Water
Carbohydrates
Minerals
Fats
You just had a hard work out and your muscles are sore. Which nutrient should you be trying to get to repair your muscles?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Water
Which nutrient gives QUICK energy to your body?
Lipids
Bones
Protein
Carbohydrates
What nutrient helps the body stay HEALTHY?
Vitamins and Minerals
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
You need ___________ and _____________
for ENERGY.
Vitamins and Minerals
Fats and Carbohydrates
Fiber and Food
Which is NOT a type of carbohydrate:
Simple
Complex
Fiber
Composite
Which is NOT a type of simple carbohydrates?
Glucose
Lactose
Fiber
Fructose
Which is NOT a function of fiber?
Moving waste through the digestive system
Reduces the risk of disease
Help you feel full
None of the above
Which is NOT a function of protein?
Muscles, bones, skin, and internal organs are all constructed of protein
Some carry oxygen to all your body cells. Proteins may also function as hormones.
Protein cannot be digested. It helps move waste through your digestive system.
It helps your body grow and will help your body maintain muscles, ligaments, tendons, and all body cells throughout your life.
These are chemicals that regulate the activities of your various body systems.
There are about _ of the amino acids are called essential amino acids because the body must get them from food.
7
8
9
10
There are about _ of the amino acids are called nonessential amino acids because the body can make these without getting them from food.
8
9
10
11
When this type of fat is eaten in moderate amounts, it can lower your risk of heart disease.
Unsaturated Fats
Saturated Fats
Trans Fats
Consuming too many __ fats may increase your risk of heart disease. This fat is found mostly in animal-based foods such as meat and many dairy products. A few plant oils (palm, coconut, and palm kernel) also contain high amounts of this
Unsaturated Fats
Saturated Fats
Trans Fats
Water-soluble vitamins include vitamins B and C, and folic acid
True
False
Fat-soluble vitamins include vitamins D, E, and K.
True
False
Water-soluble vitamins dissolve in water and pass easily into the bloodstream during digestion. Your body does not store these vitamins.
True
False
The fat-soluble vitamins are stored in fat and consuming large amounts of them can become harmful.
True
False
B vitamins are needed primarily for
Building Bone Health
Strengthening Immune System
energy metabolism, and nervous, digestive, and skin health
Improving Eyesight
Vitamin C is needed primarily for
Building Bone Health
Strengthening Immune System
energy metabolism, and nervous, digestive, and skin health
Improving Eyesight
Folic acid is needed primarily for
making new cells, especially blood cells
strengthening the immune system
energy metabolism, and nervous, digestive, and skin health
improving eyesight
Vitamin A is needed primarily for
making new cells, especially blood cells
strengthening the immune system
energy metabolism, and nervous, digestive, and skin health
improving eyesight
Vitamin D is primarily used for:
building bone health and helping the body absorb calcium
strengthening the immune system
energy metabolism, and nervous, digestive, and skin health
improving eyesight
Vitamin K is needed primarily for
building bone health and helping the body absorb calcium
strengthening the immune system
helping blood clot properly
improving eyesight
Calcium is needed primarily for
building bone health
strengthening the immune system
energy metabolism, and nervous, digestive, and skin health
improving eyesight
Which mineral is NOT considered an electrolyte
Potassium
Sodium
Magnesium
Iron
