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Nutrition - September Day One

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What are nutrients?

a)

Unnecessary for children

b)

Only carbohydrates and proteins

c)

Only vitamins and minerals

d)

Substances that provide energy and support growth

2.

Which of the following is considered a nutrient-dense food?

a)

Chips

b)

Candy

c)

Lean meat

d)

Soda

3.

What should you look for in canned fruit to ensure it's low in added sugar?

a)

Packed in syrup

b)

Packed in its own juice

c)

Packed in honey

d)

Packed in sugar

4.

Which of the following is a whole grain?

a)

Pastry

b)

White bread

c)

Quinoa

d)

White rice

5.

What type of dairy products should children be encouraged to consume?

a)

Full-fat dairy products

b)

Fat-free or low-fat dairy products

c)

Only cheese

d)

Dairy products with added sugar

6.

Which of the following is NOT an example of added sugar?

a)

Honey

b)

Corn syrup

c)

Lactose

d)

Brown sugar

7.

What is a common source of saturated fat?

a)

Vegetable oil

b)

Lean fish

c)

Whole grains

d)

Red meat

8.

Which of the following is a healthier alternative to saturated fats?

a)

Cream

b)

Butter

c)

Vegetable oils

d)

Lard

9.

What is another name for salt?

a)

Glucose

b)

Sucrose

c)

Sodium

d)

Fructose

10.

Which of the following foods is often high in sodium?

a)

Pizza

b)

Plain water

c)

Fresh fruit

d)

Raw vegetables

11.

What should you encourage children to snack on instead of chips?

a)

Fruits and vegetables

b)

Cookies

c)

Ice cream

d)

Candy

12.

Which of the following is a good source of protein?

a)

Candy

b)

Eggs

c)

Ice cream

d)

Soda

13.

What should you check to avoid added sugars in cereals?

a)

The price

b)

The nutrition label

c)

The color of the box

d)

The brand name

14.

Which of the following is a nutrient-dense vegetable option?

a)

Fried potatoes

b)

Fresh colorful vegetables

c)

Canned peas with added salt

d)

Vegetables in cream sauce

15.

What is the recommended type of juice for children?

a)

Juice with added salt

b)

Juice with artificial flavors

c)

100% juice without added sugars

d)

Juice with added sugars