WorksheetsNutrition QuizUnit 1, year 9
Total questions: 56
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is the job a nutrient has in the body called?
Source
Function
Diet
Excess
What do we call the food we eat on a day-to-day basis?
Nutrient
Deficiency
Diet
Nutrition
What is a substance found in food that has a specific function in the body?
Food
Nutrient
Source
Excess
What term is used for not getting enough of a nutrient?
Excess
Deficiency
Function
Source
Who is the first point of contact for patients with health concerns?
Dietician
Specialist Nurse
GP
Nutritionist
Who gives advice to individuals and groups about their diets?
GP
Specialist Nurse
Dietician
Nutritionist
Who usually works alongside doctors in a hospital or health center to monitor and advise individual patients?
GP
Specialist Nurse
Dietician
Nutritionist
Which of the following is NOT one of the five main nutrients/groups of nutrients?
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrates
Water
What percentage of the human body is water?
50%
60%
70%
80%
How much fluid should women drink per day according to the European Safety Authority?
1.2 litres
1.6 litres
2.0 litres
2.4 litres
Which of the following is a cause of dehydration?
Excessive sweating in high temperatures
Drinking plenty of water
Eating fruits
Sleeping well
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of dehydration?
Headache
Thirst/dry mouth
Tiredness/fatigue
Increased energy
What is one of the functions of water in the body?
It helps build muscles.
It helps transport nutrients around the body.
It helps produce energy.
It helps with digestion.
How does water help regulate body temperature?
By producing sweat
By evaporating from the skin
By cooling the blood
By increasing heart rate
Which of the following is a function of water in the body?
It helps protect and lubricate joints, eyes, and throat.
It helps build bones.
It helps with vision.
It helps with hair growth.
What is dietary fibre found in?
Only in animal foods
Only in plant foods
In both plant and animal foods
In processed foods
What does dietary fibre help to do in the body?
Absorb water, swell, and provide bulk
Absorb vitamins, shrink, and provide energy
Absorb minerals, swell, and provide fat
Absorb proteins, shrink, and provide sugar
What are two serious diseases that can result from a prolonged deficiency of fibre?
Heart disease and diabetes
Bowel cancer and diverticular disease
Asthma and arthritis
Flu and cold
How much fibre should we aim to eat each day?
10g
20g
30g
40g
Which type of bread contains more fibre?
White bread
Wholegrain bread
Rye bread
Sourdough bread
Why does wholegrain bread have more fibre than white bread?
It includes the bran part of the cereal grain
It is made from the starchy part of the cereal grain
It is made from refined flour
It is baked for a longer time
Which of the following is NOT a good source of fibre?
Brown rice
Fruit and vegetables with skins
White bread
Nuts and seeds
What is one of the functions of protein in the body?
To provide a concentrated source of energy
To repair and maintain all body cells and tissues
To protect the vital organs
To insulate the body to maintain body temperature
Which of the following is a plant source of protein?
Beef
Fish
Soya products
Poultry
What can very large intakes of protein cause?
Obesity
Coronary heart disease
Damage to the kidneys
High blood pressure
What is one of the functions of fat in the body?
To repair and maintain all body cells and tissues
To provide a concentrated source of energy
To help in rapid growth during childhood
To improve digestion
Which of the following is a source of unsaturated fats?
Butter
Sausages
Avocado
Cream
What can a diet high in saturated fat lead to?
Obesity
Coronary heart disease
Damage to the kidneys
High blood pressure
What do carbohydrates supply the body with?
Vitamins
Minerals
Energy
Protein
What can excess sugar lead to?
Strong bones
Tooth decay and obesity
Better eyesight
Faster growth
What happens if more starch or sugar is eaten than required?
It is stored as fat in the body
It is converted to muscle
It is excreted immediately
It improves digestion
What is one function of iron in the body?
To form haemoglobin which gives healthy red blood cells their colour
To help in digestion
To strengthen bones
To improve eyesight
What does haemoglobin carry around the body?
Water
Oxygen
Nutrients
Carbon dioxide
What condition can iron help prevent?
Diabetes
Anaemia
Hypertension
Asthma
What are the two types of iron found in food?
Haem iron and non-haem iron
Red iron and green iron
Solid iron and liquid iron
Organic iron and inorganic iron
Where is haem iron usually found?
In plant foods
In animal foods
In dairy products
In grains
What must non-haem iron be eaten with to be absorbed by the body?
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Which of the following is a source of haem iron?
Eggs
Beef
Nuts
Fortified breakfast cereals
Which of the following is a source of non-haem iron?
Poultry
Fish
Dark green leafy vegetables
Liver
What is one of the functions of vitamin C?
Helps the body absorb haem iron
Helps the body absorb non-haem iron
Helps the body absorb calcium
Helps the body absorb vitamin D
Which of the following foods is high in vitamin C?
Beef
Fish
Kiwi
Pork
Which of the following is a creative way to include fruit in an adolescent's diet?
Vegetable and fruit smoothie or juice
Fried chicken
Chocolate cake
French fries
What could Susie drink with her scrambled eggs to ensure that non-haem iron is easily absorbed by her body?
Orange juice
Soda
Coffee
Milkshake
Jim is a vegetarian who enjoys spicy foods. What ingredient can he add to his mixed bean chili to increase the vitamin C content?
Green pepper
Cheese
Bacon
Butter
What is one function of calcium in children and adolescents?
To form strong bones and teeth
To improve eyesight
To increase height
To enhance memory
How many portions of dairy products should we eat each day to get enough calcium?
One portion
Two portions
Three portions
Four portions
Which of the following is a good source of calcium?
Apples
Tinned fish with bones
Chocolate
Rice
How much is one portion of milk?
100ml glass
150ml glass
200ml glass
250ml glass
Which of the following is NOT a source of calcium?
White bread
Dark green vegetables
Pulses
Soft drinks
What is vitamin D sometimes known as?
The moon vitamin
The sunshine vitamin
The rain vitamin
The wind vitamin
What is the main function of vitamin D in the body?
To help with digestion
To absorb and use calcium
To provide energy
To improve vision
Which of the following is NOT a source of vitamin D?
Cheese
Eggs
Oily fish
Apples
What is the name of the bone disease that occurs in children who have a deficiency of calcium in their diets?
Osteoporosis
Rickets
Kwashiorkor
Scurvy
What is the name of the disease that occurs mainly in developing countries and is caused by protein deficiency?
Osteoporosis
Rickets
Kwashiorkor
Scurvy
What is the name of the deficiency disease that occurred amongst sailors and pirates on board ships that sailed for longer than fruit and vegetables could be stored?
Osteoporosis
Rickets
Kwashiorkor
Scurvy
What is the proper name for vitamin D?
Cholecalciferol
Ascorbic acid
Retinol
Thiamine
