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WorksheetsNutrition Basics Worksheet
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the main purpose of nutrition for your body?
To provide fuel and support health and energy
To make food taste better
To help you sleep longer
To improve your memory instantly
Which of the following best describes essential nutrients?
Nutrients that support health and energy
Nutrients that only help with digestion
Nutrients that are found only in junk food
Nutrients that are not needed by the body
Which of the following best defines nutrition?
Nutrition is the process of taking in and using food to grow, maintain health, and gain energy.
Nutrition is the study of how plants grow in soil.
Nutrition is the process of cooking food for taste.
Nutrition is the way animals find shelter.
How does eating nutritious foods benefit students during the day?
It helps improve strength, focus, and energy.
It makes them feel sleepy.
It increases their appetite for junk food.
It reduces their ability to concentrate.
Which nutrient provides the main source of energy and is found in bread, rice, and fruits?
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Vitamins
Which nutrient is important for storing energy and protecting organs, and can be found in nuts, avocados, and fish?
Minerals
Fats
Water
Carbohydrates
Minerals like calcium and iron are vital for which two functions in the body?
Energy production and digestion
Strong bones and oxygen transport
Skin health and immunity
Temperature regulation and movement
A student feels tired and weak after exercising. Which nutrient should they focus on to help repair their muscles?
Fats
Proteins
Vitamins
Water
Which nutrient is most important for strong bones and oxygen transport in the body?
Water
Minerals
Fats
Proteins
Which food groups does MyPlate divide a meal into for balanced nutrition?
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy
Fruits, vegetables, fats, oils, and sweets
Grains, meats, oils, and dairy
Vegetables, grains, sugars, and protein
According to MyPlate, what portion of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
Half
One quarter
One third
None
If you are planning a meal using MyPlate, how would you ensure you are getting enough whole grains and protein?
Make one quarter of your plate whole grains and one quarter protein
Fill half your plate with protein and grains
Only eat grains and protein
Avoid grains and protein altogether
Why is it important to emphasize fruits and vegetables on your plate, according to MyPlate guidelines?
They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber
They are high in sugar
They are a good source of protein
They help you avoid dairy
Imagine you are creating a balanced meal following MyPlate. What would you include to meet the dairy recommendation, and why?
A small portion of milk or yogurt to provide calcium for strong bones
A large serving of cheese for extra fat
No dairy, only fruits and vegetables
Only grains and protein, skipping dairy
Which of the following is a nutritious food choice for breakfast?
Carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats
Only sugary foods
Only fried foods
Only drinks with caffeine
Which of the following is a benefit of healthy snacking?
Healthy snacks provide energy and help maintain focus between meals.
Healthy snacks increase sugar levels and cause tiredness.
Healthy snacks are only eaten for taste and have no health benefits.
Healthy snacks make you feel hungry faster.
What nutrients do healthy snacks typically contain to help keep you full and satisfied?
Fiber, protein, and healthy fats
Sugar, salt, and artificial flavors
Only carbohydrates
Water and preservatives
How do nutritious snacks support active lifestyles for middle school students?
They help students stay energized and perform better during busy days.
They make students feel sleepy and less active.
They are only for adults, not students.
They reduce the need for exercise.
Which of the following is a function of water in the body?
Regulates body temperature
Causes dental cavities
Adds empty calories
Increases sugar intake
What is a risk associated with drinking sugary beverages?
Weight gain and dental cavities
Improved concentration
Better digestion
Increased joint movement
Which of the following is a healthy drink alternative?
Water flavored with lemon or cucumber
Soda
Energy drinks
Fruit punch with added sugar
How does drinking enough water benefit middle school students?
Improves concentration, energy, and well-being
Causes weight gain
Leads to dental cavities
Increases sugar intake
Imagine you are planning a healthy refreshment for a school event. Based on what you know, which drink would you choose and why?
Water with lemon, because it is refreshing and healthy
Soda, because it tastes sweet
Sports drink, because it has added sugar
Fruit punch, because it is colorful
Why is it important to choose foods with lower amounts of added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium?
It helps improve taste
It makes food last longer
It is better for your health
It makes food more colorful
Imagine you are choosing between two snack bars. One has a long list of ingredients you don't recognize, and the other has only a few simple ingredients. Which snack bar is likely the healthier choice, and why?
The one with more ingredients, because it has more flavors
The one with fewer, recognizable ingredients, because it is likely healthier
The one with more preservatives, because it lasts longer
The one with more added sugars, because it tastes sweeter
What was the original color of carrots before orange became popular?
Purple
Red
Yellow
Green
Explain how knowing that carrots were originally purple can help us understand vegetable diversity.
It shows that vegetables can change over time and have different varieties.
It proves that all vegetables are purple.
It means carrots are not healthy.
It shows that only carrots can change color.
Suppose you want to improve your brain’s energy for clear thinking. Based on the nutrition facts, what should you focus on?
Eating healthy foods to support brain energy.
Eating only sweets.
Skipping meals.
Drinking only water.
How can small changes like drinking more water and adding fruits and vegetables impact your health?
They have no effect on health
They improve overall health significantly
They make you feel tired
They only help with weight loss
Why is it important to form healthy habits in middle school?
It helps you get better grades
It creates a strong foundation for lifelong wellness and well-being
It makes you popular
It prevents you from ever getting sick
