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Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 14mins
What are macronutrients?
Nutrients needed in large amounts for energy and functionality
Nutrients needed in small amounts for energy
Nutrients that provide flavor to food
Nutrients that are not needed in our diet
What is the role of energy in our bodies?
To build muscles
To provide fuel for our bodies
To improve eyesight
To enhance taste
What is a calorie?
A type of vitamin
A unit of energy
A measure of weight
A type of carbohydrate
What are essential nutrients?
Nutrients that can be produced by the body
Nutrients we need to consume in our diet
Nutrients that are not necessary for health
Nutrients that provide color to food
What are nonessential nutrients?
Nutrients that must be consumed daily
Nutrients that our bodies can create themselves
Nutrients that are harmful to health
Nutrients that are only found in plants
Which of the following is a type of macronutrient?
Vitamins
Proteins
Minerals
Water
What is the role of enzymes in the body?
They provide energy.
They speed up chemical reactions.
They store genetic information.
They transport oxygen.
How do proteins contribute to the immune system?
By storing energy.
By acting as antibodies.
By transporting nutrients.
By providing structural support.
What is the function of hormones related to proteins?
They provide energy.
They act as chemical messengers.
They store fat.
They transport oxygen.
Which of the following is a role of proteins in growth and healing?
They provide energy.
They help in tissue regeneration.
They store vitamins.
They transport waste.
How do proteins help in fluid and pH balance?
By storing water.
By regulating blood concentration.
By providing energy.
By transporting oxygen.
What are proteins made up of?
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Amino acids
Vitamins
How many amino acids are there in total?
10
20
15
25
How many essential amino acids are there?
5
9
11
15
Approximately how many different proteins are in our body?
10 thousand
50 thousand
100 thousand
200 thousand
What are complete proteins?
Foods that contain all 9 of the essential amino acids
Foods that contain only carbohydrates
Foods that contain no amino acids
Foods that contain only fats
Which of the following is a source of complete proteins?
Milk
Bread
Rice
Apples
Which plant food is mentioned as a source of complete proteins?
Soy
Wheat
Corn
Potatoes
What are incomplete proteins?
Foods that include all essential amino acids
Foods that include only some of the essential amino acids
Foods that are high in carbohydrates
Foods that are high in fats
Which of the following is a source of incomplete proteins?
Meat
Fish
Plant-based protein including nuts, seeds, and legumes
Dairy products
Which type of protein is considered a complete protein?
Plant-based protein
Animal-based protein
Both plant and animal-based proteins
Neither plant nor animal-based proteins
What important nutrient does red meat contain that helps transport oxygen in the body?
Vitamin C
Heme iron
Calcium
Fiber
Which type of protein is generally a low-fat source?
Animal-based protein
Plant-based protein
Both are low-fat
Neither are low-fat
What is a characteristic of most plant-based proteins?
They are complete proteins
They contain heme iron
They are incomplete proteins
They contain saturated fat
What percentage of your energy intake should come from protein?
5 - 15%
10 - 30%
20 - 40%
25 - 35%
Do most teens get enough protein in their daily diet?
No, they get too little.
Yes, they get more than enough.
No, they need more.
Yes, but just enough.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025), what should you do to improve your protein intake?
Eat only red meat.
Vary your protein sources.
Avoid all protein-rich foods.
Eat more sugar.
What is recommended regarding saturated fat and sodium in your diet according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025)?
Choose foods with more saturated fat and sodium.
Choose foods with less saturated fat and sodium.
Ignore saturated fat and sodium content.
Increase sodium intake only.
