WorksheetsObesity & Nutrition
Total questions: 39
Worksheet time: 21mins
What is the definition of obesity?
Having too much body fat, which can affect health.
Having too little body fat.
Being underweight.
Having a healthy weight.
What does BMI stand for?
Body Mass Index
Body Muscle Indicator
Basic Mass Index
Body Measurement Indicator
BMI compares your ______ to your height.
weight
age
blood type
shoe size
What does BMI (Body Mass Index) compare?
A person's weight to their height
A person's age to their weight
A person's height to their age
A person's weight to their diet
BMI is the best metric to use for everyone.
True
False
According to the BMI Ranges (Adults), what BMI value range is considered 'Obese'?
A) 18.5 – 24.9
B) 25 – 29.9
C) 30 – 39.9
D) 40+
According to the BMI Ranges (Adults), what category does a BMI of 27 fall into?
Healthy weight
Overweight
Obese
Severely obese
The rise in obesity rates among teens is primarily driven by which factor?
Increased consumption of unhealthy foods and sedentary lifestyles
Improved access to healthy foods
Higher levels of physical activity
Decreased screen time
Obesity rates are rising due to factors such as unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity. What can be done to lower these obesity rates?
Encourage healthy eating and regular exercise
Increase fast food consumption
Reduce access to fresh fruits and vegetables
Promote sedentary lifestyles
If you consume high amounts of energy, particularly fat and sugars, but don't burn off the energy through exercise and physical activity, what happens to the surplus energy?
It is stored by the body as fat
It is lost as heat
It is converted to muscle
It is sweat out of the body
Nutrition and Obesity: Which of the following is an example of a processed food that can be a healthy option?
Canned beans
Potato chips
Sugary breakfast cereal
Soda
Nutrition and Obesity: Select the example of an ultra-processed food that we have unintentionally overeaten.
Sugary breakfast cereals
Fresh apples
Grilled chicken breast
Steamed broccoli
Which of the following is an example of a minimally processed food?
Corn chip
Carrot
Cookies
Ice cream
Which category does 'apple sauce' belong to?
Minimally processed
Processed
Ultra processed
What is the energy value of food measured in?
Calories
Liters
Meters
Volts
According to the passage, how many calories does the average physically active man need per day to maintain a healthy weight?
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
According to the passage, how many calories does the average physically active woman need per day to maintain a healthy weight?
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
Obesity doesn't happen overnight. It develops gradually over time, as a result of poor diet and lifestyle choices, such as: Eating large amounts of ________ or fast food is high in fat and sugar.
processed
organic
raw
boiled
Obesity doesn't happen overnight. It develops gradually over time, as a result of poor diet and lifestyle choices, such as: Drinking too much alcohol contains a lot of ________, and people who drink heavily are often overweight (empty calories).
calories
vitamins
proteins
minerals
Obesity doesn't happen overnight. It develops gradually over time, as a result of poor diet and lifestyle choices, such as: Eating out a lot may tempt you to also have a starter or dessert in a restaurant, and the food can be higher in ________ and sugar.
fat
protein
fiber
vitamins
Comfort eating may occur if you have low self-esteem or feel ________, and you may eat to make yourself feel better.
depressed
energetic
excited
motivated
Match the following
Grains
Pasta, Rice
Proteins
Chicken, Fish
Vegetables
Green Beans, Asparagus
Fruits
Apples, Oranges
Dairy
Cheese, Yogurt
What is the first thing you should look at when checking out a food label?
Total Calories
Serving Size
Macronutrients
Servings per container
Main Role: Body’s primary energy source (especially for the brain & muscles).
Fats
Carbs
Protein
Water
Main Role: Builds and repairs muscles, skin, blood, and organs.
Fats
Carbs
Protein
Water
Main Role: Long-term energy storage, insulation, and helps absorb vitamins.
Carbs
Protein
Fats
Water
Protein contains __ calories per gram
2
4
6
9
This macro is found in: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, beans, nuts, dairy.
Fats
Carbs
Protein
Water
This macro is found in: whole grains, fruits, veggies
Protein
Carbs
Fats
Water
This macro is found in: nuts, olive oil, avocado
Water
Protein
Carbs
Fats
Fats contain ___ calories per gram
2
4
6
9
Carbs contain __ calories per gram
2
4
6
9
Both water & alcohol are free of calories.
True
False
Macronutrients are your fuel & micros are your bodies maintenance
True
False
This vitamin leads to having strong teeth & bones
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin B
Vitamin D
This vitamin helps with maintaining and developing your vision & skin
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
This vitamin helps with your immune system & healing wounds
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Calcium helps with...
Muscle Contractions
Carrying oxygenated blood
Energy Production
Bones & Teeth
If you are prone to leg cramps, it is important to consume more
Calcium
Potassium
Iron
Zinc
