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WorksheetsNutrition Quiz
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 13mins
What does “nutritionally secure” mean?
Having food that's tasty only
Having enough nutritious food regularly
Skipping meals to lose weight
Eating snacks all day
Which of the following is a healthy beverage choice?
Soda
Iced Tea
Energy Drink
Buko Juice
Why is handwashing important before eating?
It cools the hands
It prevents food from being dirty
It removes germs that can cause sickness
It makes hands smell nice
Which of the following is not a Go food?
Bread
Pasta
Soda
Rice
What is one way to reduce food waste at school?
Throw leftover food immediately
Share uneaten food with others
Keep food in pockets
Store food in the sun
Which meal helps “recharge” your energy after a night's sleep?
Snack
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Which of the following is the healthiest cooking method?
Deep frying
Boiling
Pan frying
Microwaving
What fruit is rich in potassium and helps prevent cramps?
Banana
Apple
Mango
Pineapple
Which food is best to eat for strong blood?
Rice
Tomatoes
Chicken Liver
Corn
Why is eating fruits and vegetables daily important?
They are expensive
They help the body fight diseases
They’re only for vegetarians
They help you sleep more
What’s a good source of protein for students on a budget?
Dried fish (lamayo)
Candies
Soft drinks
Instant noodles
Which color of vegetables usually has the most antioxidants?
White
Green
Yellow
Purple
What is a “balanced meal”?
All fruits
All meat
Mix of Go, Grow, and Glow Foods
Rice only
What does Pinggang Pinoy recommend about water?
Drink only during meals
Drink at least 8 glasses a day
Avoid it when eating
Drink water with sugar
Why are school feeding programs important?
To help students stay in school and get proper nutrition
To serve food leftovers
To reduce class time
To promote junk food
Why is iodine added to salt in the Philippines?
To enhance flavor
to increase EQ level
To prevent goiter
To soften meat
Which food group provides fiber that helps with digestion?
Oils and fats
Vegetables and whole grains
Processed meat
Milk and cheese
The 2025 Nutrition Month theme calls for:
Prioritizing affordable Filipino food as a right
South beach diets
Prioritizing food and nutrition as a right
Fruit and vegetable gardening in schools
What is the term for not having consistent access to food?
Hunger
Malnutrition
Starvation
Food insecurity
Which group is most at risk for undernutrition?
Teenagers
Infants and pregnant women
Athletes
Teachers
What does the “Triple Burden of Malnutrition” refer to?
Skipping lunch
Underweight, stunting, and wasting
Undernutrition, micronutrient deficiency, and obesity
Diarrhea, fever, and rashes
What is the role of community gardens in nutrition security?
Increase property value
Grow beautiful flowers
Provide access to fresh produce
Use up school land
According to PPAN, improving maternal nutrition helps reduce:
Childhood stunting
Academic grades
EQ level
IQ level
What is one effect of chronic hunger among students?
Better sports performance
Increased focus
Poor academic performance
Low BMI
What type of carbohydrate is healthier?
Refined sugar
Brown rice
White bread
Fruit Cake
What is biofortification?
Artificial coloring in food
Food flavored with nutrients
Enhancing the nutritional content of crops through breeding
Mixing vitamins in water
How can climate change affect food security?
Increases rainfall
Reduces crop yields and increases food prices
Makes food cheaper
Promotes fast food chains
What is a key indicator of food security in schools?
Increased number of students with packed meals
Existence of more school canteens
Access to healthy, affordable meals daily
Increase in enrollment numbers
What does “Zero Hunger” (UN SDG 2) aim to achieve by 2030?
Lower rice production
Complete elimination of undernutrition and food insecurity
Ban food imports
Grow more fast food chains
The following are effects of saturated fats except:
Increases LDL cholesterol
Contributes to insulin resistance
Improves artery flexibility
Promotes inflammation
Which micronutrient is fortified in rice in some nutrition programs?
Vitamin C
Potassium
Iron
Zinc
How can schools contribute to national nutrition goals?
Sell organic fried fruits and vegetables
Integrate nutrition in curricula and meal programs
Allow learners to eat in the classroom when hungry
Reduce class hours to have more time for lunch
What strategy addresses all three burdens of malnutrition?
Food Supplementation
Every household must have their own backyard garden of fruits and vegetables
Eating fruits and vegetables
Promotion of breastfeeding and balanced diets
According to PPAN, what is the most critical time for nutrition interventions?
First 1000 days of life
before a child reaches 5 years old
adolescent stage
during pregnancy
What is one sign of food and nutrition insecurity at the household level?
Eating 3 meals a day
Availability of fruits
family eats brunch
presence of a vegetable garden
