WorksheetsYr 8 Health Impact of Sugar Revision Quiz
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
Which of the following is a natural source of sugar?
Soft drink
Fruit
Chocolate bar
Breakfast cereal
What does the Health Star Rating on packaged food help consumers understand?
How much the product costs
The popularity of the brand
The overall nutritional value
The number of ingredients
Which of the following is most likely to contain hidden sugars?
Fresh vegetables
Plain water
Flavoured yoghurt
Brown rice
Which hormone helps lower blood sugar levels after eating?
Cortisol
Insulin
Serotonin
Testosterone
One effect of a sugar crash is:
Feeling tired
Increased energy
Improved concentration
Heightened alertness
Which of the following is a strategy to reduce sugar intake?
Choose fruit juice over water
Skip meals to avoid sugar
Replace sugary snacks with whole foods
Eat more processed cereals
Which type of sugar is added during food processing?
Natural sugar
Added sugar
Fructose from fruit
Lactose from milk
How can advertising influence sugar consumption in young people?
By promoting water as the best drink
By encouraging label reading
By using celebrities to endorse sweet products
By banning sugary ads
Which of the following is a long-term health risk of high sugar intake?
Improved memory
Obesity
Stronger muscles
Better hydration
Which food label term might disguise added sugar?
Sodium
Fibre
Glucose syrup
Protein isolate
List two examples of hidden sugars and how they appear on labels.
Two examples of hidden sugars are high fructose corn syrup and maltose, which often appear on labels under those names.
Two examples of hidden sugars are table salt and baking soda, which appear on labels as sodium chloride and sodium bicarbonate.
Two examples of hidden sugars are olive oil and coconut oil, which appear on labels as extra virgin and refined.
Two examples of hidden sugars are vitamin C and calcium, which appear on labels as ascorbic acid and calcium carbonate.
Short- and long-term effects of sugar include which of the following?
Short-term: energy boost; Long-term: increased risk of chronic diseases
Short-term: weight loss; Long-term: improved heart health
Short-term: improved sleep; Long-term: stronger bones
Short-term: reduced appetite; Long-term: lower blood pressure
Insulin plays which role in regulating blood sugar?
It lowers blood sugar levels by facilitating glucose uptake into cells.
It increases blood sugar levels by promoting glucose release from cells.
It prevents the absorption of glucose from the digestive tract.
It converts glucose into proteins for storage.
Sugar affects mood and energy in which of the following ways?
It can cause a quick boost in energy followed by a crash.
It consistently provides long-lasting energy.
It has no effect on mood or energy.
It only affects mood, not energy.
Identify one social media trend that promotes sugary products.
#CandyChallenge
#EcoFriendlyChallenge
#BookReadingTrend
#FitnessMotivation
Which of the following is a set of three healthier swaps for sugary lunchbox items?
Fruit, yogurt, and whole grain crackers
Candy, chips, and soda
Chocolate bars, cookies, and fruit juice
Ice cream, pastries, and energy drinks
Compare two yoghurt pouches using nutritional labels.
Yoghurt pouch A has more protein than pouch B.
Yoghurt pouch B has more protein than pouch A.
Both yoghurt pouches have the same amount of protein.
Neither yoghurt pouch contains protein.
Health Star Ratings matter because:
They help consumers make healthier food choices.
They indicate the price of the product.
They show the brand popularity.
They measure the taste of the food.
One strategy to reduce sugar intake at school is:
Offering more water and unsweetened beverages instead of sugary drinks.
Increasing the availability of candy in vending machines.
Encouraging students to eat more desserts at lunch.
Providing soda during school events.
Which of the following lists includes food items that parents may put in their child’s lunchbox thinking they are ‘healthy’, but are actually high in sugar?
Flavored yogurt, fruit juice, granola bars
Whole grain bread, carrot sticks, boiled eggs
Brown rice, grilled chicken, steamed broccoli
Cheese sticks, cucumber slices, plain popcorn
Design a ‘healthy’ lunch box for school using the template below: Which of the following is the best example of a healthy school lunch box?
A sandwich with whole grain bread, lean protein, fruit, and a bottle of water
Chips, soda, and a chocolate bar
White bread with jam and a sugary drink
Fried chicken nuggets, fries, and a soft drink
Which of the following is the healthiest drink choice for a school lunchbox?
Fruit-flavored soda
Water
Energy drink
Chocolate milk
What is one way to identify added sugars on a food label?
Look for words ending in '-ose' like sucrose or glucose
Check for the word 'organic'
Find the calorie count
Look for the serving size
Which of the following is a possible consequence of regularly eating high-sugar snacks?
Stronger bones
Lower cholesterol
Increased risk of tooth decay
Improved eyesight
