WorksheetsIntroduction to Year 10 Nutrition 2024
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following is NOT one of the main food groups?
Grains
Sweets
Vegetables
Fruits
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
Build and repair tissues
Provide energy
Support bone health
Transport oxygen
Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues?
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Vitamins
Which of the following foods is a rich source of complex carbohydrates?
White bread
Pasta
Soda
Candy
What is the function of vitamins in the body?
Provide energy
Support bone health
Essential for metabolism
Aid in hydration
Which category of nutrients includes calcium, iron, and potassium?
Vitamins
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Minerals
Which of the following is an example of a micronutrient?
Protein
Vitamin C
Carbohydrate
Fat
What distinguishes simple carbohydrates from complex carbohydrates?
Simple carbohydrates provide sustained energy
Complex carbohydrates are quickly absorbed
Simple carbohydrates are found in fruits and vegetables
Complex carbohydrates are rich in fibre
What are macronutrients?
Nutrients required in small amounts
Nutrients required in large amounts
Nutrients found in sweets
Nutrients essential for hydration
Why is it important to consume a variety of nutrient-dense foods?
To gain weight
To support overall health
To reduce energy levels
To decrease metabolism
