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WorksheetsKey Nutrition and Health Terminology
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which term describes the process by which the body takes in and uses food?
Calories
Nutrition
Appetite
Metabolism
Calories are best defined as which of the following?
Units of heat that measure energy used by the body and supplied by food
Substances in food that help build and repair body tissues
Indigestible complex carbohydrates
Compounds that regulate body processes
Which option correctly defines carbohydrates?
Minerals needed for bone health
Starches and sugars present in foods
Fatty substances that do not dissolve in water
Nutrients that help build and maintain tissues
Fiber is best described as which of the following?
Indigestible complex carbohydrates
Proteins that repair body cells
Lipids that dissolve in water
Electrolytes maintaining fluid balance
Proteins are nutrients that primarily do what?
Supply quick energy
Help build and maintain body cells and tissues
Act as indigestible carbohydrates
Provide fat that does not dissolve in water
Which definition best matches the term lipid?
A fatty substance that does not dissolve in water
A mineral that regulates fluid balance
A unit of heat measuring energy
A complex carbohydrate that is indigestible
Vitamins are described as which of the following?
Fatty substances that store energy
Compounds that help regulate many vital body processes, including digestion, absorption, and metabolism of other nutrients
Starches and sugars in foods
Minerals needed to form bones and teeth
Food additives are defined as which of the following?
Substances intentionally added to food to produce a desired effect
Bacteria that contaminate food
Natural compounds found only in plant foods
Units used to assess body size
Which statement best distinguishes food allergy from food intolerance?
Allergy is an immune reaction; intolerance is a negative reaction due to a metabolic problem such as inability to digest parts of foods
Allergy is caused by overeating; intolerance is caused by starvation
Allergy relates to vitamins; intolerance relates to minerals
Allergy is always fatal; intolerance is always mild
Pasteurization refers to which process?
Treating a substance with heat to destroy or slow the growth of pathogens
Spreading bacteria from one food to another
Assessing body size using height and weight
Adding substances to foods for a desired effect
BMI (body mass index) is defined as which of the following?
A measurement of body fat using skinfolds
A ratio that allows assessment of body size in relation to height and weight
An index of daily calories from carbohydrates
A tool for heat treatment of food
Obesity is defined as which of the following?
Having an excess amount of body fat
Being less than the standard weight range
Experiencing cycles of overeating and purging
Spreading pathogens between foods
Underweight refers to what condition?
Heavier than the standard range
Less than the standard weight range for height
Excess body fat
Compulsive overeating
Nutrient-dense foods are best described as foods that are what?
High in nutrients as compared with calorie content
High in calories and low in nutrients
Popular short-term weight loss plans
Foods that require pasteurization
Fad diets are characterized by what feature?
Popular for only a short time
Scientifically validated long-term plans
High nutrient-to-calorie ratio
Focus on rehydration
Anorexia nervosa is described as which of the following?
Compulsive overeating
Irrational fear of becoming obese leading to severe weight loss from self-imposed starvation
Purging after cycles of overeating
A negative reaction to certain food components
Binge eating disorder is characterized by what?
Compulsive overeating
Purging after eating
Severe weight loss from starvation
Heat treatment to destroy pathogens
Electrolytes are defined as minerals that primarily do what?
Maintain the body’s fluid balance
Measure energy supplied by food
Act as indigestible carbohydrates
Destroy pathogens in food
Rehydration refers to which process?
Restoring lost body fluids
Adding heat to food
Repeating weight loss and regain
Assessing body size using height and weight
Which statement correctly distinguishes vegetarian from vegan as defined in the material?
Vegetarian eats mostly plant foods; vegan eats only plant foods
Vegetarian eats only animal foods; vegan eats mostly plant foods
Vegetarian and vegan both eat only animal products
Vegetarian eats mostly plant foods; vegan eats both plant and animal foods
Which statement best defines a dietary supplement as used in this lesson?
A non-food form of one or more nutrients
Any whole food rich in vitamins
A prescription medication for nutrient deficiencies
A flavored beverage fortified with sugar
In nutrition, what does the term megadose most accurately describe?
A moderate daily serving of a nutrient
A very large amount of a dietary supplement
A small experimental sample of a vitamin
The average recommended intake for adolescents
Select all options that correctly describe an herbal supplement according to the lesson.
A chemical substance from plants that may be sold as a dietary supplement
A synthetic compound manufactured in a laboratory
A plant-derived product used in non-food form to provide nutrients or bioactive compounds
A prescription-only medicine regulated as a drug
Which list correctly names the five essential food groups emphasized in basic nutrition guidelines?
Grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, protein foods
Starches, sweets, beverages, oils, condiments
Vitamins, minerals, water, fiber, fats
Breakfast foods, lunch foods, dinner foods, snacks, desserts
Poor sanitation can cause _________, which is a common problem that can lead to _________.
food weight to increase, more expensive products
food spoilage, off-odors and flavors
employee termination, labor shortages
none of the choices properly complete the sentence
What is the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) agency that is responsible for ensuring the safety of the nation's meat, poultry, and processed egg products?
Food Inspection Service
Food Safety Service
Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Service
Food Safety Inspection Service
How many servings are contained in this food item?
1
15
8
5
CHECK OFF: Angela was eating a salad that had strawberries and carrots. She felt good after eating her lunch. Which of the following down below are the key nutrients can we find leafy greens, carrots, and strawberries?
Protein
Minerals
Carbohydrates
Vitamins
Which of the following is NOT a mineral
sodium
calcium
iron
protein
Which type of pathogen is responsible for causing the flu, chicken pox, and yellow fever?
viruses
parasites
fungi
bacteria
What is the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) agency responsible for ensuring the safety of the nation's meat, poultry, and processed egg products?
Food Inspection Service
Food Safety Service
Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Service
Food Safety Inspection Service
Substances in food that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life are called nutrients. What are the 6 nutrients?
Carbohydrates, Meats, Minerals, Water, Protein, and Dairy
Fruits, Milk, Vitamins, Water, Pork, and Vitamins
Carbohydrates, Fats, Water, Protein, Minerals and Vitamins
Carbohydrates, Fats, Minerals, Cheese, Protein, and Vegetables
