WorksheetsQuiz on Food Pairings for Nutrient Absorption
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What helps boost the absorption of plant-based iron found in spinach?
Vitamin A
Calcium
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Which antioxidant is found in tomatoes?
Beta-carotene
Resveratrol
Lycopene
Flavonoids
What should be paired with turmeric to increase its bioavailability?
Salt
Black pepper
Ginger
Cinnamon
Which vitamin helps increase the absorption of calcium?
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
What is an example of a complete protein source?
Rice and beans
Peanut butter and jelly
Hummus and whole-wheat crackers
Quinoa and corn
What is a benefit of pairing beans with rice?
Reduces fiber intake
Increases sugar content
Decreases protein absorption
Prevents blood-sugar spikes
Which vitamins are fat-soluble?
Vitamin C and E
Vitamin B and C
Vitamin A, D, E, and K
Vitamin D and B12
What is a good source of unsaturated fat to pair with fat-soluble vitamins?
Butter
Coconut oil
Olive oil
Lard
Which food pairing helps with the absorption of non-heme iron?
Tomatoes and basil
Carrots and honey
Spinach and lemon juice
Broccoli and cheese
What is a benefit of cooking tomatoes with olive oil?
Increases vitamin C content
Enhances lycopene absorption
Reduces acidity
Decreases calorie count
Which food combination is an example of complementary proteins?
Chicken and broccoli
Rice and black beans
Eggs and bacon
Fish and chips
What is the role of vitamin D in calcium absorption?
It converts calcium to iron
It increases calcium absorption
It has no effect on calcium
It decreases calcium absorption
Which vitamin is found in leafy green vegetables and is fat-soluble?
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B6
What is a benefit of combining turmeric with black pepper?
Reduces bitterness
Enhances color
Increases sweetness
Improves bioavailability
Which of the following is a source of vitamin D?
Salmon
Carrots
Apples
Spinach
