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WorksheetsNutrition & Label Reading Review
Total questions: 34
Worksheet time: 18mins
What is an example of a trans fat?
Stick margarine
Olive oil
Avocado
Butter
What are simple carbohydrates?
Sugars found naturally in foods like fruit and milk
Long chains of sugar linked together
Fats that are solid at room temperature
Proteins found in meat
What is the process of breaking down carbohydrates called?
Digestion
Absorption
Metabolism
Respiration
Where do unsaturated fats mainly come from?
Plant foods
Animal fats
Processed foods
Dairy products
What is the function of nutrients that provide energy?
They give you energy for work and play
They build muscle
They store fat
They increase cholesterol
Which vitamins are water-soluble?
Vitamins A and D
Vitamins C and B
Vitamins E and K
Vitamins A and C
How does the body store fat-soluble vitamins?
In the liver
In the muscles
In fat
In the bloodstream
What is the best way to ensure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals?
Taking vitamin supplements
Eating a variety of foods
Drinking only water
Exercising regularly
How long can a person live without water?
About a month
About a week
About a day
About a year
How many cups of water should teen boys drink each day?
10 cups
11 cups
12 cups
13 cups
What effect do beverages containing caffeine have on the body?
They hydrate the body
They cause the body to lose water
They provide essential nutrients
They help in digestion
When might you need to drink more water?
When you are sleeping
When you are very active
When you are eating
When you are resting
What is the function of water in the body?
It builds muscles
It carries nutrients to cells
It stores vitamins
It provides energy
What helps with digestion, removes waste, and cools you off?
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Proteins
What do minerals help to regulate?
Body temperature
Body functions
Muscle growth
Blood sugar levels
Which type of fat is considered healthier than others?
Saturated Fat
Unsaturated Fat
Monounsaturated Fats
Trans Fat
Which of the following is considered a "good" fat?
saturated fat
unsaturated fat
trans fat
Fiber provides energy
True
False
What is Nutrients?
The of taking food and absorbing the nutrition on those food.
The substances which provides necessary for carrying out the various food function.
Which nutrient is used by your body for growth and repair?
carbohydrates
proteins
fats
vitamins and minerals
Which nutrient is primarily responsible for providing energy to the body?
Proteins
fats
carbohydrates
vitamins
What information is NOT typically found on a nutrition label?
Serving Size
Expiration Date
Amount of Sodium
Total Fat Count
What is the purpose of the ingredients list on a food package?
To show the nutritional value of the food
to indicate the price of the food
to list all of the components used to make the food
to provide cooking instructions
Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body?
Carbohydrates
proteins
vitamins
fats
What is the recommended portion of fruits on the MyPlate guide?
1/2 of the plate
1/4 of the plate
1/3 of the plate
1/5 of the plate
Which of the following nutrients is most important for maintaining healthy bones?
Vitamin C
Iron
Potassium
Calcium
What does the % Daily Value on a nutrition label indicate?
The % of sugar in a product
The percentage of a nutrient in one serving compared to daily needs
The % of food that is organic
The % of calories from fat
Which of the following is a key message of the MyPlate guide?
Drink only water
Make half your plate fruits & vegtables
avoid all fats
eat only organic foods
Which section of a nutrition label tells you how much energy you get from a serving of the food?
calories
ingredient list
serving size
daily calue percentage
Which section of a nutrition label provides information about the amount of sugar in a serving?
ingredient list
protein
calories
total carbohydrates
What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the body?
strengthen bones
support digestion
provide calories
build muscle
