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Healthy Diet

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What purpose do carbohydrates serve?

a)

They provide us with vital energy

b)

They assist with growth and repair

c)

They provide roughage

2.

Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate?

a)

Banana

b)

Cucumber

c)

Fish

3.

What nutrient would you eat to help with growth and repair?

a)

Fibre

b)

Minerals

c)

Protein

4.

Which of these statements about dietary fibre is correct? 

a)

It is a plant material that is easily digested by the body

b)

It is a plant material that cannot be digested by the body

5.

Everyone needs the same vitamins and minerals, but the amounts you need vary with age and sex. True or false?

a)

True

b)

False

6.

Which mineral is vital for bone and teeth health?

a)

Iron

b)

Zinc

c)

Calcium

7.

Why is vitamin C important in our diet?

a)

It helps to release energy from carbohydrates

b)

It is vital for good eyesight

c)

It helps the blood to clot

d)

It prevents illness

8.

Why is vitamin K important in our diet?

a)

It helps to release energy from carbohydrates

b)

It is vital for good eyesight

c)

It helps the blood to clot

d)

It prevents illness

9.

Which of the following is high in fats?

a)

Pasta

b)

Double cream

c)

Lettuce

d)

Tomato

10.

Which one of the following contains the most fibre?

a)

Wholegrain cereal

b)

Eggs

c)

Salt

d)

Bacon

11.

Which food has the highest protein content?

a)

Steak

b)

Potatoes

c)

Sweetcorn

d)

Rice

12.

Which of the following contains fat?

a)

Cheese

b)

Carrot

c)

Bread

d)

Pasta