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WorksheetsQUIZ 2-Nutrition
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Maria is planning her meals to help her muscles recover after exercise. Which nutrient should she make sure to include in good amounts?
Fats
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Water
Water is often called the “forgotten nutrient” because:
It has no calories
It is only needed during exercise
It is not part of a healthy diet
People sometimes overlook its importance
Eating more calories than the body needs over a long period can lead to:
Obesity or over-nutrition
Vitamin deficiency
Malnutrition
Dehydration
Which of the following is the best example of a carbohydrate-rich food?
Chicken
Eggs
Rice
Cheese
Which food below is not a good source of protein?
Eggs
Oranges
Beans
Meat
According to the Healthy Eating Food Pyramid, which group should comprise your daily diet?
Grains and cereals
Oils and fats
Fruits and vegetables
Meat and fish
Which statement best describes a balanced diet?
Eating only fruits and vegetables
Eating mostly high-calorie foods
Skipping breakfast but eating a heavy dinner
Eating all essential nutrients in proper amounts
One main function of fats in the body is:
Insulating organs and transporting certain vitamins
Building bones
Repairing muscles
Breaking down sugars
Which of these food groups is naturally rich in vitamins and minerals?
Rice and bread
Meat and poultry
Butter and margarine
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
The act of consuming food to provide energy and nutrients to the body is called:
Digestion
Nutrition
Metabolism
Absorption
