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WorksheetsDietary Questions
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is the approximate recommended Protein intake for kids aged 9-13? (in grams)
Around 50-60g
Around 80-90g
Around 12-18g
Around 33-40g
What are appropriate sources for protein in your diet?
Meat, Poultry, Fish
Nuts, Beans, Legumes, Lentils
Eggs and some Dairy Products
Lollies, Sugary Snacks
Which other two Macronutrients do we need?
Amino Acids and Bicarbonate
Carbohydrates and fats
Salt and Sugar
Micro and Mini Nutrients
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
To build muscle
To provide energy
To store vitamins
To regulate hormones
Which nutrient is essential for the repair and growth of tissues?
Vitamins
Proteins
Minerals
Water
Which mineral is crucial for maintaining healthy bones and teeth?
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
Which nutrient is primarily responsible for oxygen transport in the blood?
Calcium
Iron
Potassium
Magnesium
What types of food are high in calcium?
Dairy Products
Dirt
Toothpaste
Alternative Dairy products (Such as soy or Oat milk)
What types of foods are high in Carbohydrates?
List 3 different types.
What are some healthy Recess and Lunch foods?
List 5 different foods.
The Healthiest drink to have is
(a)
Should children under 16 consume caffeine?
No
Yes
Sometime
Which drinks contain caffeine?
Energy Drinks (Such as redbull)
Water
Coffee and Iced Coffees
Coca-Cola
What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the body?
To build muscle
To aid digestion
To provide energy
To regulate hormones
What is the primary source of dietary fiber?
Meat
Fruits and vegetables
Dairy products
Oils and fats
What is the primary function of fats in the body?
To build muscle
To provide energy
To store energy
To regulate hormones
What is the maximum recommended sugar intake per day for kids aged 10-13?
10g
30g
50g
65g
On the nutritional value label on the back of food packaging, what does sodium refer to?
Salt
Sugar
Soda
Something else
How many grams of sugar are in one serving?
8.5g
26.6g
10.7g
5.1g
How many grams of protein are in one serving?
10.7g
17.2g
0.6g
8.5g
How much energy (in kilojoules) are in one serving?
820kj
620kj
17%
13.1g
Which of the following nutrients should you try to limit in your daily meals?
Fiber
Sugar
Iron
Vitamin D
True or False. When reading a nutrition label it is important to know the serving size?
True
False
