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WorksheetsFood & Nutrition
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which one of the following is not one of the 8 most common food allergens?
Fruit
Peanuts
Soy
Shellfish
Food allergy reactions occur within what time period after ingestion?
From two minutes to 12 hours
within two days
from within minutes to two hours
What body systems can be affected by a food allergy reaction?
gastrointestinal tract
cardiovascular and respiratory system
skin
all of them
What component of food is responsible for an allergic reaction?
fat
protein
carbohydrate
trans fatty acids
fried foods can be dangerous for those with food allergies because
high fat content makes allergic reactions worse
frying changes the chemical structure of foods
cross contact with other food proteins can occure
Children with parents who have allergies are also likely to develop allergies
true
false
Allergic reactions can vary depending on the person
true
false
As long as you don't eat the food you are allergic to you are safe from them.
true
false
You can develop a food sensitivity later in life.
true
false
Food dyes can cause allergic reactions.
True
False
Most common mild food allergy symptoms include:
Tingling feeling in the mouth
Hives/itching
Abdominal pain
All of the above
Half of your plate should be:
Protein
Dairy and grains
Fruits and vegetables
Just fruits
Dietary guidelines suggest that you replace solid fats with which of the following:
Butter
Shortening
Oils
Margarine
Seafood, legumes, beans, peas, nuts, eggs and poultry are all in which food group?
Grains
Protein
Vegetables
Fruits
What foods provide calcium? (select all that apply)
Almond milk
Yogurt
Broccoli
Water
Apples
Lowfat milk has _______ calcium and vitamins as whole milk, but less saturated fat.
the same amount of
less
more
MyPlate recommends choosing _________ proteins.
Only seafood
Lean
High fat
only plant
What 3 colors of vegetables are most nutrient dense? (select 3)
Red
Dark green
Light green
Orange
Purple
What foods will provide most of your vitamins and minerals?
Protein foods
Fruits & vegetables
Grains
Dairy
What's the primary reason we need carbohydrates?
To build muscle
To provide energy
To help you breathe
To protect internal organs
What are the functions of water? (select all that apply)
Provide energy
Regulate body temperature
Remove waste from the body
Hydrate your body
Build and repair body tissue
What special diet requires a person to choose foods that do not contain gluten?
Celiac disease
Diabetes
Lactose intolerance
Vegan
Lowfat (1%) or fat free dairy products have ________ calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk, but less fat and calories.
More (calcium)
less (calcium)
the same amount of (calcium)
The Dietary Guidelines suggest that you replace more solid fats with which of the following __________:
Oils
Butter
Shortening
Margarine
What food group is missing from the following menu:
Grilled shrimp kabobs
Brown rice
Vegetable salad
Milk
Fruit
Grains
Vegetables
Dairy
Protein
Lean protein choices mean they are: ____________
Easy to cook
Low in fat
Cut extra thin
Empty calories
What ingredient would be really high in processed foods and bread products (thus keeping them from going stale for a longer period of time)?
Vitamin A
Vitamin E
Iron
Sodium
The Dietary Guidelines recommend choosing __________ in place of some meat/poultry from your protein each week.
8 oz. seafood
1 dozen eggs
10 oz. ground beef
1 cup peanut butter
What do Americans consume too much of in their diet? (SELECT 3)
Fiber
Saturated fat
Nutrient dense foods
Added sugar
Sodium
What factors determine your calorie needs? (SELECT 3)
Height
Age
Activity Level
Culture
Gender
The key recommendation for fruits and vegetables is to make them ________________:
1/2 your plate
1/4 of your plate
2/3 of your plate
All of your plate
Our bodies naturally make all of the vitamins & minerals that we need.
True
False
B and C vitamins are examples of...
Water soluble vitamins
Fat soluble vitamins
Vitamins A,D, E and K are classified as the...
Water soluble vitamins
Fat soluble vitamins
These vitamins remain in your body for only a short time so you need them everyday.
Water soluble vitamins
Fat soluble vitamins
If you take in more of these vitamins than you need, they are stored in the liver so you don't need to replace them everyday.
Water soluble vitamins
Fat soluble vitamins
Which typically become a part of your body structure / 4-5% of your overall body weight?
Vitamins
Minerals
You should get all of the trace minerals you need from....
Eating a balance diet
Vitamin supplements
A disease caused by a lack of a specific nutrient, vitamin or mineral.
Scurvy
Deficiency disease
Thyroid disease
Cancer
Citrus fruits are a great example of....
Calcium
Vitamin A
Iron
Vitamin C
This vitamin promotes good vision!
Vitamin B12
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
This vitamin works with calcium to ensure that bones grow properly. Your body makes this when sunlight touches your skin.
Vitamin B
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
This vitamin helps blood clot and is often found in leafy, green vegetables.
A
D
E
K
This nutrient helps muscles and nerves work and helps regulate blood pressure.
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
This nutrient is found in bananas, cantaloupe and milk and helps maintain a steady heartbeat and normal blood pressure.
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is linked to high _______ intake.
Fruit
Salt
Vegetable
Sugar
Essential for making hemoglobin; deficiency lead to anemia; common in red meat.
Iron
Iodine
Copper
Zinc
Too much or too little of this mineral can cause thyroid problems
Iron
Iodine
Copper
Zinc
This mineral helps prevent tooth decay & strengthen bones
Fluoride
Copper
Iodine
Zinc
A person with a ____ allergy should not eat this food.
dairy
peanut
tree nut
