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6 essential nutrients

Total questions: 31

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A carbohydrate is...

a)

a nutrient that is the most concentrated (long, slow) source of energy for the body

b)

inorganic element found in food that the body needs to function properly

c)

a unit of energy found in food

d)

a nutrient that is the body's most preferred source of energy

2.

What nutrient is used as the most concentrated (long slow) source of energy for the body?

a)

fats

b)

proteins

c)

water

d)

minerals

3.

These 2 nutrients do not provide the body with energy (micronutrients) but they are nutrients essential in assisting the body with everyday functions.

a)

carbs and fats

b)

protein and water

c)

vitamins and minerals

d)

protein and fats

4.

Substances in food that the body needs for energy, proper growth and maintenance

a)

nutrients

b)

diet

c)

portion size

d)

food label

5.

The body uses this nutrient to build and repair body tissues.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Minerals

c)

Proteins

d)

Carbohydrates

6.

This nutrient is found in every cell and is the basic material in your blood.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Fats

c)

Water

d)

Proteins

7.
_____ is/are the body's main or 1st choice of energy
a)
Water
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Protein
d)
Fats
8.
Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are health sources of....
a)
Fiber
b)
Protein
c)
Minerals
d)
Fat
9.
This essential nutrient helps repair skin and build muscle.
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Protein
c)
Water
d)
Fat
10.
Ashley is getting ready for her soccer game, which nutrient will give her body the main fuel for her game? 
a)
Fat
b)
Water
c)
Multi-vitamin
d)
Carbohydrates
11.

A diet lacking in which mineral would increase the risk of osteoporosis later in life?

a)

Iron

b)

Calcium

c)

Zinc

d)

Iodine

12.

The study of how your body uses the food you eat is called ________?

a)

Minerals

b)

Vitamins

c)

Water

d)

Nutrition

13.

This nutrient comes mainly from plant sources.

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Proteins

d)

Minerals

14.
Fiber is a type of which nutrient? 
a)
Non Caloric
b)
Protein 
c)
Fat
d)
Carbohydrate 
15.
Sugars are...
a)
cholesterol
b)
complex carbohydrates 
c)
amino acids 
d)
simple carbohydrates 
16.
Starches are...
a)
complex carbohydrates 
b)
simple carbohydrates 
c)
cholesterol
d)
amino acids 
17.
When you don't drink enough water you can become:
a)
silly
b)
hyper
c)
intoxicated 
d)
dehydrated 
18.
Breads, rice, and cereal are all...
a)
protein
b)
carbohydrates
c)
water
d)
who knows?
19.
Sugars are the same as:
a)
fat
b)
complex carbohydrates 
c)
simple carbohydrates 
d)
protein 
20.
Which of the following is an excellent source of protein?
a)
steak
b)
bread
c)
carrots 
d)
water
21.
Carrots and other orange vegetables are a good source of which vitamin?
a)
vitamin A
b)
vitamin C
c)
vitamin D
d)
vitamin E
22.

How many essential nutrients are there?

a)

2

b)

4

c)

6

d)

8

23.

Which nutrient makes up about 60% of your body and is necessary for survival?

a)

Water

b)

Minerals

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Fats

24.

Click the Protein food.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
25.

Click the Protein food.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
26.

Click the Protein food.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
27.

Click the Protein food.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
28.
Which food is a good example of a source of protein?
a)
Apple
b)
Chicken
c)
Strawberries
d)
Onion
29.
Which food is a good example of a carbohydrate? 
a)
Beef
b)
Broccoli
c)
Garlic
d)
Bread
30.
Which food is a good example of a fat?
a)
Pretzels
b)
Zucchini
c)
Cheese
d)
Spinach
31.
Protein is found in many of your favorite foods like eggs, hamburgers and chicken. What is the biggest reason your body needs protein?
a)
To make you fall asleep
b)
To help our bodies make muscle, skin and bones
c)
To make you warmer
d)
To give you energy

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