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WorksheetsVitamins and Minerals
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
When our body is low in or missing an essential nutrient this is called a
a)
deficiency
b)
devise
c)
without
d)
deficit
2.
Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?
a)
Vitamin A
b)
Vitamin B
c)
Vitamin C
d)
Vitamin D
3.
Beta-carotene and retinol are two types of vitamin ______.
a)
Vitamin A
b)
Vitamin B
c)
Vitamin C
d)
Vitamin D
4.
Proteins, fats, and carbs are known as _______________ because they are needed in large amounts.
a)
micronutrients
b)
masconutrients
c)
macronutrients
d)
micros
5.
Which mineral helps build strong bones?
a)
calcium
b)
vitamin C
c)
collagen
d)
chromium
6.
Woman are more at risk for anemia.
a)
True
b)
False
7.
Fat soluble vitamins have a potential risk of toxicity if _____________________.
a)
They are taken on an empty stomach
b)
They are being taken as a supplement
c)
if the individual has a high percentage of body fat
8.
A ______________ is a chemically reactive molecule that can cause damage to the body and accelerate the aging process.
a)
folate
b)
radical molecule
c)
free radical
d)
free molecule
9.
The bioavailability of iron is higher in meat than in vegetables.
a)
True
b)
False
10.
Folate helps prevent Spina Bifida.
a)
True
b)
False
11.
A deficiency of iodine can cause your body to develop a goiter.
a)
True
b)
False
12.
Potassium helps with nerve and heart function.
a)
True
b)
False
13.
Vitamins B and C are considered to be water soluble.
a)
True
b)
False
14.
What do vitamins and minerals do for your body?
a)
healthy bones
b)
heal wounds
c)
convert food into energy
d)
all of the above
15.
What vitamins are considered water soluble?
a)
C, B
b)
A, D, E, K
16.
What vitamins are considered fat soluble?
a)
C, B
b)
A, D, E, K
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