WorksheetsMacronutrients and Nutrition Facts Quiz
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
What are the three main types of macronutrients found in food?
Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins
Vitamins, Minerals, Water
Fiber, Water, Sugar
Calcium, Iron, Zinc
What is the primary function of macronutrients in our food?
To give us energy (calories)
To provide flavor
To help with digestion only
To make food colorful
Which of the following is NOT considered a macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Vitamins
Why is it important to pay attention to the specific amounts of each nutrient when making dietary decisions?
Because everyone has the same nutritional needs
Because all nutrients are equally important for every person
Because we all have different nutritional needs
Because food labels are always accurate
If a food has a % Daily Value (% DV) of 5% or less for a nutrient, what does this indicate?
The food is high in that nutrient
The food is low in that nutrient
The food is spoiled
The food is expensive
Which nutrients do NOT have a specific recommended % Daily Value listed on nutrition labels in the United States?
Protein and fiber
Trans fat and total sugars
Carbohydrates and vitamins
Fats and minerals
How can % Daily Value (% DV) help you when shopping for groceries?
By telling you the price of the item
By helping you make quick decisions when comparing items
By showing you how to cook the food
By listing the ingredients
Why might someone want a food to contain lower amounts of certain nutrients like cholesterol or saturated fat?
To make the food taste better
To reduce the risk of health issues
To increase calorie intake
To make the food last longer
What is the main source of energy for our body?
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Vitamins
How many calories per gram do carbohydrates provide?
4 calories/gram
9 calories/gram
7 calories/gram
2 calories/gram
Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate?
Soda
Whole grains
Vegetables
Beans
What is considered high in fiber on a nutrition label?
At least 1 gram of fiber per every 5 grams of carbs
At least 10 grams of sugar per serving
At least 2 grams of fiber per 5 grams of carbs
At least 1 gram of fat per every 5 grams of carbs
Why is fiber essential for the body?
It is essential for gut health and regulation of glucose levels.
It provides the most calories per gram.
It is what gives you energy when working out
It helps build muscle mass.
Fiber comes from plant foods only.
True
False
If a food contains 20 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber, does it meet the high fiber standard?
Yes, because it has at least 1 gram of fiber per 5 grams of carbs.
No, because it has less than 10 grams of fiber.
No, because it has more than 15 grams of carbs.
Yes, because it contains any fiber at all.
A student is planning a meal and wants to keep total sugars and added sugars to a minimum while maximizing fiber intake. Which combination of foods would best achieve this goal?
Whole grains, beans, and vegetables
Soda, candy, and white bread
Cookies, fruit juice, and pasta
Milk, eggs, and poultry
Which of the following is a function of fiber in the diet?
Provides structural support to cells
Helps to keep you regular and feel full after eating
Raises cholesterol levels
Supplies 9 calories per gram
What are the two main types of sugar?
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated
Saturated and trans
Naturally occurring and added sugars
Complete and incomplete
Which sugar is found in milk?
Sucrose
Fructose
Lactose
Glucose
Which of the following is a characteristic of “good” fats?
Solid at room temperature
Can lower blood cholesterol levels
Can raise blood cholesterol levels
Found only in animal products
Which type of fat is found in olive oil and avocados?
Saturated fat
Trans fat
Monounsaturated fat
Polyunsaturated fat
Which of the following foods is an example of a complete protein?
Beans
Rice
Chicken
Nuts
What do complete proteins provide in your diet?
Good source of fats
All essential amino acids for body functions.
Some essential amino acids for body functions.
Good source of fiber
Which of the following is an example of combining complementary proteins for vegetarians?
Rice and beans
Chicken and fish
Eggs and milk
Beef and pork
What are amino acids known as in the context of the human body?
The building blocks of your body
The main source of energy
The primary source of vitamins
The main component of bones
Why does your body need more protein when you are active?
Because your muscles need to be repaired
Because you lose protein through sweat
Because protein gives you sodium
Because protein helps you sleep
Fruit sugar is also known as
lactose
fructose
sucrose
table sugar
% DV of _____% or more means that the food is high in that nutrient.
5
10
15
20
% DV of _______% or less means that the food is low in that nutrient.
5
10
15
20
What is the main type of carb used by the body for energy?
Fructose
Glucose
Lactose
Sucrose
What does choosing low-fat versions of dairy help limit?
sugar and saturated fat.
sugar and trans fat.
calories and unsaturated fat.
calories and saturated fat.
Fiber IS broken down in the body.
True
False
What does the body break down dietary fats into?
Sugar
Fatty Acids
SImple Carbs
Complex Carbs
What fat is usually solid at room temperature?
Monounsaturated fats
Unsaturated fats
Saturated fats
Trans fats
Vegetable oils, nuts and fish mostly have which type of fats?
Complex fats
Unsaturated fats
Saturated fats
Trans fats
What is the term for “bad” cholesterol that increases the risk of heart and blood vessel disease?
High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
Saturated fats raise the levels of BOTH LDL and HDL.
True
False
The body can NOT make essential fatty acids like Omega-3 and Omega-6
True
False
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration determined that artificially created trans fats are "no longer recognized as safe" in foods. They are no longer used in U.S. food production. They may still be used in other countries.
True
False
healthy fats are less calories per gram
True
False
Is an apple a simple or complex carb?
Simple
Complex
Is a Brown Rice a simple or complex carb?
Simple
Complex
Is grape juice a simple or complex carb?
Simple
Complex
What type of fat in found in salmon
trans fat
polyunsaturated fat
monounsaturated fat
saturated fat
On food labels, you may see sugar listed as:
corn syrup
dextrose
sucrose
all of the above
What is an example of insoluble fiber?
Oats
Sweet Potato
Corn
Oranges
The new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans promote avoiding added sugars COMPLETELY.
True
False
It takes your body longer to break down simple carbohydrates.
If you have extra glucose, your body will store it in your _______ or ______
stomach or gallblader
liver or stomach
muscle or gallblader
muscle or liver
Which is an example of a complex carb? Select all that apply:
whole grains
fruit juice
refined grains
whole fruits
