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Nutrition and Energy Quiz

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 24mins

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Class
Date
1.

Nutrition is defined as (a)  

Choose from the below words
The study of how the body uses food
The process of eating food.
The study of food production.
The science of cooking.
2.

We need a balanced diet because it provides -----------

(a)  

3.

The three types of carbohydrates are (a)  

4.

What are the two types of proteins?

a)

Complete proteins and Incomplete proteins

b)

Animal proteins and Plant proteins

c)

Essential proteins and Non-essential proteins

d)

Structural proteins and Functional proteins

5.

What are the three types of fats?

a)

Saturated Fats, Unsaturated Fats, Trans Fats

b)

Animal Fats, Plant Fats, Synthetic Fats

c)

Essential Fats, Non-essential Fats, Trans Fats

d)

Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9

6.

What are the two groups of vitamins?

a)

Fat Soluble Vitamins and Water Soluble Vitamins

b)

Essential Vitamins and Non-essential Vitamins

c)

Macro Vitamins and Micro Vitamins

d)

Natural Vitamins and Synthetic Vitamins

7.

What are the two groups of minerals?

a)

Macro minerals and Micro minerals

b)

Essential minerals and Non-essential minerals

c)

Natural minerals and Synthetic minerals

d)

Organic minerals and Inorganic minerals

8.

What are the two groups of fibre?

a)

Soluble Fibres and Insoluble Fibres

b)

Dietary Fibres and Functional Fibres

c)

Natural Fibres and Synthetic Fibres

d)

Plant Fibres and Animal Fibres

9.

What is the Glycemic Index (GI)?

a)

A scale that ranks foods based on how quickly they raise blood sugar levels after eating.

b)

A measure of the calorie content of food.

c)

A ranking of foods based on their fat content.

d)

A scale that measures the protein content of food.

10.

What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the human body?

a)

To aid in digestion and prevent constipation

b)

To build muscle tissue

c)

To provide energy

d)

To increase blood sugar levels

11.

Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in the body?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Vitamin E

c)

Vitamin D

d)

Vitamin A

12.

What is the main role of proteins in the body?

a)

To provide insulation

b)

To store energy

c)

To build and repair tissues

d)

To regulate body temperature

13.

Which mineral is crucial for oxygen transport in the blood?

a)

Calcium

b)

Potassium

c)

Iron

d)

Magnesium

14.

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

a)

To build muscle tissue

b)

To provide energy

c)

To regulate body temperature

d)

To aid in digestion

15.

Which vitamin is known for its antioxidant properties?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Vitamin B12

c)

Vitamin K

d)

Vitamin A

16.

Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

a)

Vitamin D

b)

Vitamin A

c)

Vitamin K

d)

Vitamin E

17.

What is the primary function of water in the human body?

a)

To provide energy

b)

To regulate body temperature

c)

To build muscle tissue

d)

To aid in digestion

18.

Which mineral is important for bone health?

a)

Iron

b)

Potassium

c)

Sodium

d)

Calcium

19.

Which vitamin is crucial for maintaining healthy vision?

a)

Vitamin E

b)

Vitamin D

c)

Vitamin A

d)

Vitamin C

20.

What is the primary function of fats in the human body?

a)

To provide insulation and protect organs

b)

To build muscle tissue

c)

To aid in digestion

d)

To regulate body temperature

21.

Which mineral is essential for nerve function and muscle contraction?

a)

Magnesium

b)

Calcium

c)

Potassium

d)

Iron

22.

Which vitamin is essential for the production of red blood cells?

a)

Vitamin B12

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Vitamin D

d)

Vitamin A

23.

What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the human body?

a)

To increase blood sugar levels

b)

To provide energy

c)

To build muscle tissue

d)

To aid in digestion and prevent constipation

24.

Which mineral is crucial for maintaining fluid balance in the body?

a)

Calcium

b)

Magnesium

c)

Sodium

d)

Iron

25.

Match the following

a)

Simple Carbs

1.

Donuts, Cookies and white bread

b)

Complex Carbs

2.

Oats, Brown Rice and potatoes

c)

Fats

3.

Olive oil, Avocado and tofu

d)

Proteins

4.

Meat, Fish and nuts

e)

Vitamins and minerals

5.

Carrots, apples and Bananas

26.

explain what you understand under the term energy equation

4 lines
27.

Organize these options into the right categories

Categorize the following

fruits

vegetables

whole grains

Whole wheat bread

brown rice

White Bread

Candy

Sodas

LOW GI
MEDIUM GI
HIGH GI
28.

BMR stands for

a)

Body Mass Ratio

b)

Basal Metabolic Rate

c)

Banting Measurement Reserve

d)

Basic Muscle Recovery

29.

Organize these options into the right categories

Categorize the following

Magnesium

Calcium

Sodium

Iron

Zinc

Copper

Macro Minerals
Micro Minerals