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Understanding Nutrients

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What are the three main functions of nutrients?

a)

Provide energy, promote growth, regulate body processes

b)

Build muscles, improve vision, enhance memory

c)

Increase height, improve digestion, strengthen bones

d)

Reduce stress, improve sleep, enhance mood

2.

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

a)

A) Carbohydrates

b)

B) Proteins

c)

C) Vitamins

d)

D) Fats

3.

Carbohydrates provide fuel for our bodies during ______.

a)

Sleep

b)

High intensity exercise

c)

Rest

d)

Meditation

4.

What is the role of proteins in the body?

a)

Provide energy

b)

Help tissue structure, regulate metabolism, and maintain acid/base balance

c)

Store fat

d)

Improve vision

5.

Which nutrient protects organs and provides insulation?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Proteins

c)

Fats

d)

Vitamins

6.

Fill in the blank: Macronutrients include proteins, carbohydrates, and ______.

a)

A) Vitamins

b)

B) Minerals

c)

C) Fats

d)

D) Water

7.

What is a source of carbohydrates?

a)

Oils

b)

Grains

c)

Meat

d)

Dairy

8.

Fill in the blank: Proteins are involved in metabolic, transport, and ______ systems.

a)

A) Digestive

b)

B) Hormone

c)

C) Nervous

d)

D) Circulatory

9.

Which of the following is a source of fats?

a)

Legumes

b)

Fruits

c)

Nuts

d)

Grains

10.

Fill in the blank: Nutrients in food provide our body with the fuel the body uses to carry on all its day to day ______.

a)

Exercises

b)

Activities

c)

Rest

d)

Sleep