Worksheets11.1 Nutrition Basics
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is an incomplete protein?
A protein source that provides all of the amino acids.
A protein source that does not provide all of the amino acids.
Which mineral does NOT build and renew bones?
Calcium
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Sodium
What role do proteins play in the body?
They build, maintain, and repair body tissues.
They are the body’s main source of energy.
They regulate bodily functions and helps carry some vitamins through the system.
What role do fats play in the body?
They build, maintain, and repair body tissues.
They are the body’s main source of energy.
They regulate bodily functions and helps carry some vitamins through the system.
What is a nutrient?
The seeds and pods from certain plants.
A chemical compound that helps the body to carry out its functions.
A unique form of a complex carbohydrate that does not provide energy
A protein source that provides all of the amino acids
Which of the following is NOT an example of a monounsaturated fat?
Avocados
Whole-milk products
Peanut Oil
Olive Oil
What is a carbohydrate?
A unique form of a complex carbohydrate that does not provide energy.
A nutrient that builds, maintains, and repairs body tissues.
The nutrient that is the body’s main source of energy.
A protein source that does not provide all of the amino acids
Which vitamin strengthens the immune system?
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Thiamin
Folate
Which of the following is NOT an example of a saturated fat?
Butter
Whole-milk products
Visible fat on meats
Olive Oil
What is a complete protein?
A protein source that provides all of the amino acids.
A protein source that does not provide all of the amino acids.
