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Health and Nutrition Concepts

Total questions: 80

Worksheet time: 40mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of health, including physical, mental, and social well-being?

a)

Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

b)

Health is only the absence of physical disease.

c)

Health is the ability to perform daily tasks without discomfort.

d)

Health is the absence of mental stress.

2.

What is the definition of nutrition?

a)

Nutrition is the process by which living organisms obtain and use food for growth, metabolism, and repair.

b)

Nutrition is the process of breathing in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.

c)

Nutrition is the process of breaking down food into smaller pieces by chewing.

d)

Nutrition is the process of moving from one place to another in search of food.

3.

Why is health and nutrition important for adolescents?

a)

Health and nutrition are important for adolescents because they support growth, development, and overall well-being during a critical period of physical and mental change.

b)

Health and nutrition are not important for adolescents as they do not affect their development.

c)

Health and nutrition are only important for adults, not adolescents.

d)

Health and nutrition are important only for physical appearance, not for overall well-being.

4.

Which of the following is one of the five food groups?

a)

Fruits

b)

Sweets

c)

Oils

d)

Water

5.

Which of the following is one of the five food groups?

a)

Vegetables

b)

Candy

c)

Fats

d)

Salt

6.

Which of the following is one of the five food groups?

a)

Grains

b)

Soda

c)

Sugar

d)

Butter

7.

Which of the following is one of the five food groups?

a)

Protein (meat, eggs, legumes)

b)

Chips

c)

Juice

d)

Coffee

8.

Which of the following is one of the five food groups?

a)

Dairy (or alternatives)

b)

Ice cream

c)

Soda

d)

Chocolate

9.

Which of the following is a macronutrient?

a)

Vitamins

b)

Minerals

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

None of the above

10.

Which of the following is a micronutrient?

a)

Proteins

b)

Fats

c)

Water

d)

Vitamins

11.

Fill in the blank: ________ are considered macronutrients along with carbohydrates, fats, and water.

a)

Proteins

b)

Vitamins

c)

Minerals

d)

Enzymes

12.

Fill in the blank: ________ and minerals are classified as micronutrients.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Proteins

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Fats

13.

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

a)

Water

b)

Fats

c)

Minerals

d)

Proteins

14.

Which of the following is NOT a micronutrient?

a)

A) Vitamins

b)

B) Minerals

c)

C) Carbohydrates

d)

D) None of the above

15.

According to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, which of the following is a grain (cereal) food?

a)

Quinoa

b)

Broccoli

c)

Chicken

d)

Milk

16.
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Match the following foods to their correct food group according to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating:

a)

Fruit

1.

Vegetables and legumes/beans

b)

Lean meats and alternatives

2.

Fruit

c)

Grain (cereal) foods

3.

Lean meats and alternatives

d)

Vegetables and legumes/beans

4.

Grain (cereal) foods

17.

Which food group does milk belong to according to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating?

a)

Grains (cereal) foods, mostly wholegrain and/or high cereal fibre varieties

b)

Lean meats and poultry, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds and legumes/beans

c)

Vegetables and legumes/beans

d)

Dairy

18.

The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating recommends including a variety of vegetables and legumes/beans in your daily diet.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Which of the following is NOT shown as a recommended food group in the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating?

a)

Fruit

b)

Sweets

c)

Vegetables and legumes/beans

d)

Lean meats and alternatives

20.

What are the nutrient needs during growth spurts in adolescents?

a)

Adolescents need increased amounts of nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron, and vitamins during growth spurts.

b)

Adolescents require fewer nutrients during growth spurts as their bodies slow down.

c)

Adolescents should avoid protein and calcium during growth spurts.

d)

Adolescents only need more carbohydrates during growth spurts.

21.

Name two common deficiencies that adolescents may experience.

a)

Iron and calcium deficiencies are common among adolescents.

b)

Vitamin K and iodine deficiencies are common among adolescents.

c)

Zinc and selenium deficiencies are common among adolescents.

d)

Vitamin D and magnesium deficiencies are common among adolescents.

22.

Why is hydration important for adolescents?

a)

Hydration is important for adolescents because it helps maintain bodily functions, supports growth, and prevents dehydration.

b)

Hydration is important for adolescents because it increases sugar levels in the body.

c)

Hydration is important for adolescents because it causes weight gain.

d)

Hydration is important for adolescents because it reduces the need for sleep.

23.

What is one example of an unhealthy eating habit?

a)

Processed foods

b)

Sugary drinks

c)

Skipping meals

d)

Boiled vegetables

24.

Fill in the blank: Consuming _______ is considered an unhealthy eating habit.

a)

Sugary drinks

b)

Fresh vegetables

c)

Whole grains

d)

Lean proteins

25.

Skipping meals is considered an unhealthy eating habit.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

What is one impact of unhealthy eating habits on health?

a)

Impact on mental and physical health

b)

Improved concentration and memory

c)

Stronger immune system

d)

Increased energy levels

27.

According to the nutrition facts label, what is the serving size?

a)

1 cup (227g)

b)

1/2 cup (113g)

c)

2 cups (454g)

d)

3/4 cup (170g)

28.

How many calories are in one serving according to the nutrition facts label?

a)

280

b)

150

c)

350

d)

420

29.

According to the nutrition facts label, what is the total fat content per serving?

a)

9g

b)

3g

c)

15g

d)

0g

30.

What is the percentage of daily value for sodium per serving according to the nutrition facts label?

a)

37%

b)

15%

c)

50%

d)

22%

31.

According to the nutrition facts label, how much protein is in one serving?

a)

15g

b)

5g

c)

25g

d)

0g

32.

How many grams of total carbohydrate are in one serving according to the nutrition facts label?

a)

34g

b)

20g

c)

45g

d)

12g

33.

According to the nutrition facts label, what is the amount of dietary fiber per serving?

a)

4g

b)

1g

c)

0g

d)

8g

34.

According to the nutrition facts label, what is the amount of calcium per serving?

a)

320mg

b)

120mg

c)

500mg

d)

800mg

35.

Which of the following is a lifestyle disease related to nutrition?

a)

Obesity

b)

Influenza

c)

Chickenpox

d)

Tuberculosis

36.

Type 2 diabetes is often associated with which of the following factors?

a)

Poor diet and lack of exercise

b)

Bacterial infection

c)

Genetic mutation only

d)

Exposure to cold weather

37.

Heart disease can be influenced by lifestyle choices.

a)

True

b)

False

38.

Diet can contribute to the prevention of lifestyle diseases by:

a)

Providing essential nutrients and reducing risk factors

b)

Increasing the intake of processed foods

c)

Eliminating all carbohydrates from meals

d)

Skipping meals regularly

39.

Food can affect mood because:

a)

It influences brain chemicals and energy levels.

b)

It changes eye color.

c)

It affects hair growth only.

d)

It has no impact on the body.

40.

The gut-brain connection is important for mental health because:

a)

It allows communication between the digestive system and the brain, influencing mood and behavior.

b)

It only affects digestion and has no impact on mental health.

c)

It is responsible for muscle movement in the body.

d)

It controls the respiratory system.

41.

Which of the following foods can boost mental well-being?

a)

Broccoli

b)

Salmon

c)

White bread

d)

Candy

42.

Fill in the blank: One practical tip for healthy eating is ________ planning.

a)

meal

b)

random

c)

late

d)

expensive

43.

Fill in the blank: A practical tip for healthy eating is smart ________.

a)

shopping

b)

sleeping

c)

driving

d)

painting

44.

Fill in the blank: One practical tip for healthy eating is to have healthy snacks for ________.

a)

school/stud

b)

dinner parties

c)

late-night movies

d)

road trips

e)

holidays

45.

The macro nutrients are:

a)

Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

b)

Vitamins and minerals

c)

Water and fiber

d)

Enzymes and hormones

46.

The function of macronutrients in our diets is to:

a)

Provide energy and support growth, metabolism, and other bodily functions.

b)

Regulate body temperature only.

c)

Help in the absorption of vitamins only.

d)

Act as enzymes in the body.

47.

What is the primary function of carbohydrates for the body and brain?

a)

Primary energy source

b)

Building genetic material

c)

Regulating body temperature

d)

Providing structural support

48.

Which of the following are sources of carbohydrates?

a)

A) Bread, pasta, rice, fruits, vegetables

b)

B) Meat, fish, eggs

c)

C) Cheese, butter, oil

d)

D) Water, salt, pepper

49.

Carbohydrates can be classified into which two types?

a)

Simple (sugars) and Complex (whole grains, starchy vegetables)

b)

Saturated and Unsaturated

c)

Essential and Non-essential

d)

Fat-soluble and Water-soluble

50.

Which type of carbohydrate is found in whole grains and starchy vegetables?

a)

A) Simple (sugars)

b)

B) Complex

51.

What is the main function of proteins?

a)

Provide energy

b)

Build and repair muscles, tissues, and enzymes

c)

Store fat

d)

Regulate body temperature

52.

Fill in the blank: Proteins are made of ________ (essential and non-essential).

a)

Amino acids

b)

Fatty acids

c)

Nucleic acids

d)

Carbohydrates

53.

Which of the following is NOT a source of protein?

a)

Meat

b)

Fish

c)

Dairy

d)

Sugar

54.

Fill in the blank: Some sources of protein include meat, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes, nuts, and ________.

a)

tofu

b)

sugar

c)

lettuce

d)

oil

55.

What is one of the main functions of fats in the body?

a)

Energy storage

b)

Oxygen transport

c)

Bone formation

d)

Vision improvement

56.

Which of the following is a source of fats?

a)

Avocados

b)

Rice

c)

Apples

d)

Carrots

57.

Fill in the blank: Saturated fats should be ________ in your diet.

a)

limited

b)

increased

c)

eliminated completely

d)

the main source

58.

Fill in the blank: Unsaturated fats are considered ________ fats.

a)

healthy

b)

unhealthy

c)

saturated

d)

trans

59.

What are the functions of water in the human body?

a)

Hydration, regulates body temperature, aids digestion, transports nutrients

b)

Provides energy, builds muscles

c)

Increases fat, causes dehydration

d)

None of the above

60.

Fill in the blank: Water helps to ________ body temperature.

a)

regulate

b)

increase

c)

ignore

d)

destroy

61.

Which of the following are sources of water?

a)

Fruits

b)

Vegetables

c)

Soups

d)

All of the above

62.

What is the main function of water shown in the image?

a)

Hydration

b)

Providing energy

c)

Building muscle

d)

Storing fat

63.

Micronutrients are:

a)

Nutrients required by the body in small amounts

b)

Nutrients required by the body in large amounts

c)

Only vitamins

d)

Only minerals

64.

Which of the following are examples of micronutrients?

a)

Carbohydrates and fats

b)

Proteins and water

c)

Vitamins and minerals

d)

Starch and fiber

65.

The functions of micronutrients include:

a)

Providing energy for the body

b)

Supporting immune function and enzyme activity

c)

Building muscle mass

d)

Regulating body temperature

66.

Which vitamins are fat-soluble (stored in the body)?

a)

A, D, E, K

b)

B, C, F, G

c)

C, B6, B12, F

d)

B1, B2, C, H

67.

Which vitamins are water-soluble (not stored in the body)?

a)

B-complex, Vitamin C

b)

Vitamin A, Vitamin D

c)

Vitamin E, Vitamin K

d)

Vitamin D, Vitamin E

68.

Vitamin A is important for which of the following functions?

a)

Vision and immunity

b)

Bone health

c)

Antioxidant

d)

Blood clotting

69.

Vitamin D helps with:

a)

Blood clotting

b)

Bone health and calcium absorption

c)

Energy metabolism

d)

Immune support

70.

Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant and supports skin health.

a)

True

b)

False

71.

Which vitamin is important for blood clotting and is found in leafy greens?

a)

Vitamin K

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Vitamin D

d)

Vitamin A

72.

Vitamin B is important for energy metabolism and brain function. Name two food sources of Vitamin B.

a)

Meat, eggs, whole grains

b)

Candy, soda, chips

c)

Butter, cream, lard

d)

Ice cream, cake, cookies

73.

Name two food sources of Vitamin C.

a)

Citrus fruits, berries

b)

White bread, pasta

c)

Red meat, eggs

d)

Butter, cheese

74.

Calcium is important for bone and teeth strength. Which foods are good sources of calcium?

a)

dairy, leafy greens

b)

white bread, soda

c)

candy, chips

d)

red meat, butter

75.

Which mineral is responsible for oxygen transport in blood?

a)

Iron

b)

Calcium

c)

Potassium

d)

Zinc

76.

Potassium helps with muscle function and heart health. Name two foods that are good sources of potassium.

a)

bananas, potatoes

b)

white bread, cheese

c)

chicken, apples

d)

lettuce, blueberries

77.

Zinc is important for the immune system and wound healing. Which of the following foods is a source of zinc?

a)

meat, seeds, dairy

b)

white rice, apple, lettuce

c)

sugar, soda, candy

d)

potato, cucumber, watermelon

78.

1. The Australia Guide Dietary guidelines are:

a)

A set of recommendations for healthy eating and lifestyle.

b)

A list of popular Australian foods.

c)

A guide to Australian restaurant etiquette.

d)

A manual for cooking traditional Australian dishes.

79.

The guideline were developed to:

a)

Provide direction and standardize practices

b)

Increase the length of documents

c)

Confuse the readers

d)

Reduce the quality of work

80.

3. Complete the following table using information:
What is the missing value in the table?

a)

Option A

b)

Option B

c)

Option C

d)

Option D

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