WorksheetsNutrients
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the primary purpose of carbohydrates in the body?
Help to maintain body temperature
Maintains bone and muscle tissue
Provides the body with energy
Helps in digestion
What is the body's second source of energy?
(a)
Identify the two classifications of carbohydrates.
trans and saturated
simple and unsaturated
complex and trans
simple and complex
What two nutrients do not provide the body energy?
protein and vitamins
vitamins and minerals
carbohydrates and vitamins
none of the answer choices
How many total amino acids are used by the body? (numerical answer)
(a)
What is meant by "essential" amino acids?
The body cannot produce it, so it needs to be eaten/consumed.
The body produces them naturally
The body only needs them when they are at low levels in the body
None of the answer choices
What would be an example of a carbohydrate?
Fish
Chicken
Rice
Onions
Which type of fat is considered healthy for the body?
Trans fat
Unsaturated fat
Saturated fat
Complex fat
Which nutrient do you NOT want your body to be using as energy?
Vitamins and Minerals
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fats
What health standard are we focusing on for 3rd quarter. Hint: Look at the board.
2.1 Analyze how family influences the health of individuals
1.1 Predict how healthy behaviors can affect health status
3.5 Access valid and reliable health product and services
7.3 Demonstrate a variety of behaviors that avoid health risks
