WorksheetsNutrition Principles Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following is the primary function of carbohydrates in the human body?
Build muscle tissue
Provide energy
Store genetic information
Regulate hormones
What is the basic unit of a protein?
Fatty acid
Monosaccharide
Amino acid
Nucleotide
Which nutrient is classified as a micronutrient?
Carbohydrate
Protein
Vitamin C
Fat
What is the chemical formula for glucose?
C6H12O6
C2H5OH
C12H22O11
CO2
Which of the following is a disaccharide?
Glucose
Fructose
Sucrose
Galactose
Which organ is primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels?
Heart
Liver
Kidney
Stomach
Which process breaks down food into smaller components for absorption?
Respiration
Digestion
Circulation
Excretion
Which of the following best describes the glycemic index?
The amount of protein in a food
The rate at which a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose
The number of calories in a food
The fat content of a food
Which of the following foods is highest in dietary fiber?
White bread
Apple with skin
Chicken breast
Whole milk
If a food contains 10 grams of carbohydrate, how many kilocalories does this provide?
20 kcal
30 kcal
40 kcal
50 kcal
Which of the following is an example of a complex carbohydrate?
Glucose
Sucrose
Starch
Fructose
Which hormone lowers blood glucose levels after a meal?
Glucagon
Insulin
Adrenaline
Cortisol
A person with lactose intolerance is unable to digest which type of carbohydrate?
Maltose
Sucrose
Lactose
Cellulose
Which of the following best explains why dietary fiber is important for digestive health?
It provides energy for muscles
It helps regulate blood pressure
It adds bulk to stool and aids in bowel movements
It increases cholesterol absorption
A patient is experiencing symptoms of hypoglycemia. Which of the following is the most appropriate immediate dietary intervention?
Provide a high-protein meal
Give a source of simple carbohydrates
Offer a glass of water
Suggest physical activity
A nutritionist is planning a diet for a diabetic patient. Which factor should be most carefully considered when selecting carbohydrate sources?
The color of the food
The glycemic index of the food
The protein content
The sodium content
A person consumes a meal high in refined sugars. Predict the likely effect on their blood glucose and insulin levels.
Both will decrease
Blood glucose will increase, followed by an increase in insulin
Both will remain unchanged
Blood glucose will decrease, insulin will increase
A food label lists the following per serving: Total Carbohydrate 30g, Dietary Fiber 5g, Sugars 10g. Calculate the grams of digestible carbohydrate per serving.
25g
20g
15g
10g
A patient with celiac disease must avoid which of the following to prevent symptoms?
Lactose
Gluten
Fructose
Sucrose
A researcher is comparing the effects of soluble and insoluble fiber on cholesterol levels. Which hypothesis is most supported by current evidence?
Insoluble fiber lowers cholesterol more than soluble fiber
Soluble fiber helps lower blood cholesterol levels
Both types of fiber have no effect on cholesterol
Only insoluble fiber is beneficial for cholesterol
