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WorksheetsHealth and Nutrition
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Select the best definition for Health from the following options:
A state of eating healthy and getting enough rest
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
A state of being relaxed and free from tension
Exercising regularly and having a healthy appetite
The food or drink that is consumed by an individual is known as:
nutrition
nutrients
food groups
digestion
Nutrients are extracted from the foods we eat and used by the body through the process of_________.
respiration
ingestion
digestion
mastication
Which of the following is the main source of energy for the body?
protein
fats and oils
fruits and vegetables
carbohydrate
Which of the following food groups is considered as the building blocks of the body?
protein
carbohydrate
fat
vegetable
Which of the following is a source of fat?
cereal
watermelon
margarine
lettuce
____________ is essential for controlling body temperature.
Water
Mineral
Vitamin
Protein
A balance diet can be defined as _____________.
any food or drink that we consume
a combination of foods that make us healthy
the types of food that we should consume daily
one that consists of the appropriate types of foods that provide adequate amounts of nutrients
Why is a balanced diet important?
I. It helps maintain a healthy body
II. It prevents infections and diseases
III. It helps in weight control
IV. It can lead to an unhealthy state of mind
I, II, and IV only
I, II, III and IV
I, II, and III only
II, III and IV only
Which three (3) nutrients provide us with energy?
carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables
protein, fats, carbohydrates
legumes, fats, food from animals
vegetables, fruits, staples
Which of the following are examples of carbohydrates?
chicken, pork, fish
eggs, milk, cheese
breadfruit, sweet potatoes, pasta
oranges, apples, bananas
Which vitamin is good for eyesight?
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
What does water NOT do for the body?
Help digest food
Remove waste
Transport nutrients
Build strong bones
Which of these is a sign of malnutrition?
strong muscles
good appetite
weak immune system
high energy
What is malnutrition?
Eating only fruits
Not getting enough nutrients
drinking too much water
Eating three meals a day
Which of the following is a healthy eating tip?
Eat a small breakfast
Drink soda
Eat a variety of foods
Eat one healthy meal a day.
Which nutrient helps to regulate body processes?
fats
vitamins
protein
carbohydrates
What is the healthiest type of fat?
unsaturated fat
trans fat
artificial fat
saturated fat
A deficiency in calcium will lead to ______________,
fragile bones
scurvy
rickets
anaemia
Why is breakfast important?
It's a tradition
It helps you stay awake
It gives you energy to start the day
You get to eat sweets
