WorksheetsNutrition Introduction - Team Sports
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 19mins
Which of the following nutrients is needed in large amounts?
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
Vitamins
Minerals
Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Minerals
Protein
Which of the following is the main sources of energy for the body?
Fats
Protein
Carbs
Vitamins
What are carbs stored as in the muscles?
Glycogen
Hemoglobin
Glucogels
Low GI
Select the TRUE statement
High GI foods are absorbed quickly
Low GI foods are absorbed quickly
Low GI foods provide a quick energy hit
High GI foods provide slow releases of energy
How many types of fat are there?
1
2
3
4
Which is the second most used source of energy for the body?
Protein
Fats
Vitamins
Minerals
Which is the main building block of our muscles?
Protein
Fats
Carbs
Calcium
Which of the following is a mineral responsible of strong bones?
Iron
Vitamin B
Calcium
Carbohydrates
Which mineral is essential for oxygen transport around the body?
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Niacin
Bread is a good source for which macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Avocado is a good source for which macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Apples are a good source for which macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Lollies are a good source for which macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Potatoes are a good source for which macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Nuts and seeds are a good source for which macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Both protein and fats
Which factors impact on how much water a person needs to drink?
Body size
Activity levels
Weather
All of the above
Water is essential in the functioning of which body systems/functions?
The digestive system
Circulation of blood
Muscle contractions
All of the above
Which macronutrient makes up the greatest proportion of recommended daily intake?
Carbs
Fats
Protein
Which proportion of daily intake is recommended to be protein?
55-65%
25-30%
15-20%
Which proportion of daily intake is recommended to be carbohydrates?
55-65%
25-30%
15-20%
Which proportion of daily intake is recommended to be fats?
55-65%
25-30%
15-20%
Which classifications of fats are considered to be "good fats"?
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats
Saturated and trans fats
Monounsaturated and trans fats
Polyunsaturated and saturated fats
"Organic compounds needed in small quantities to promote growth and maintain body functions"
Is the definition of what?
Minerals
Macronutrients
Vitamins
Micronutrients
"Inorganic elements found in food that ensure body functions and structures operate effectively"
Is the definition of what?
Minerals
Macronutrients
Vitamins
Micronutrients
