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Nutrition

Total questions: 34

Worksheet time: 23mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Parts of fruits and vegetables that can't be digested; aids in digestion by moving food through the digestive tract.
a)
Fiber
b)
Lipids
c)
Carbohydrates
d)
Proteins
2.
The three ways the body uses food to obtain the nutrients are __________
a)
Digestion, Absorption, Metabolism
b)
Digestion, Breathing, Nutrition
c)
Absorption, Digestion, Carbohydrates
d)
Metabolism, Vitamins, Minerals
3.
The process by which the body breaks down food into smaller parts, changes the food chemically, and moves food through the digestive system
a)
Chewing
b)
Metabolism
c)
Digestion
d)
Respiration
4.
Lipids are commonly called _________
a)
cholesterol
b)
fats
c)
carbohydrates
d)
fiber
5.
The average caloric intake for a healthy teenager is between _________ and _________
a)
1500, 1800
b)
1800, 2000
c)
2200, 2800
d)
2800, 3200
6.
All body processes related to food; the body's use of food for growth, development and health.
a)
Digestion
b)
Nutrition
c)
Calorie
d)
Homeostatis
7.

A diet with too much sodium can lead to which of the following:

a)
Diabetes
b)
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
c)
Cancer
d)
Emphysema
8.
A healthy food plate that has a lot of variety is often
a)
colorful
b)
boring
c)
bland
d)
diabetic
9.
Anorexia Nervosa is characterized by:
a)
a secretive cycle of binge eating followed by purging
b)
over eating and gaining weight
c)
self-starvation and excessive weight loss
d)
nervous eating
10.

Cultural or religious beliefs will influence food preferences and affect nutrition

a)
True
b)
False
11.
Modifications of the normal diet that are used to improve specific health conditions are known as ______________ diets
a)
Therapeutic
b)
Diabetic
c)
Fat Free
d)
Fasting
12.
Which of the following is NOT a food group
a)
fruit
b)
vegetables
c)
dairy
d)
grain
e)
carbohydrates
13.
How much of the food plate should be fruits and vegetables?
a)
1/4
b)
1/2
c)
3/4
d)
1/3
14.
Most teens need ____ minutes of physical activity each day
a)
30
b)
60
c)
45
d)
90
15.
What is the recommended daily amount of water a teenager should drink each day?
a)
48 ounces
b)
8 ounces
c)
24 ounces
d)
64 ounces
16.
BMI stands for ________________________
a)
Body Metabolism Index
b)
Body Mass Index
c)
Body Maturity Information
d)
Body Management Information
17.

How many servings are the Nutrition Facts Label information based on?

a)
8 servings
b)
1 seriving
c)
4 servings
d)
2 servings
18.
Which food group contains calcium, potassium, and Vitamin D. These nutrients are good for building strong bones and teeth.
a)
Protein
b)
Dairy
c)
Carbohydrates
d)
Grains
19.
Bulimia Nervosa is characterized by
a)
a secretive cycle of binge eating followed by purging
b)
over eating and gaining weight
c)
self-starvation and excessive weight loss
d)
nervous eating
20.
Basic components of body cells; needed for growth and repair of tissues; found mainly in meats, beans, and nuts.
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Sodium
c)
Fats
d)
Proteins
21.

The process in which nutrients are used by the cells for building tissue, providing energy, and regulating various body functions ?

a)
Digestion
b)
Metabolism
c)
Lipids
d)
Nutrition
22.
The goal of nutrition is
a)
Wellness
b)
Digestion
c)
To look good
d)
Malnutrition
23.
The basic component of all cells is
a)
lipids
b)
fats
c)
protein
d)
carbohydrates
24.
A metabolic disease caused by insufficient secretion or use of insulin leading to an increased level of glucose in the blood
a)
Malnutrition
b)
Diabetes Mellitus
c)
Atherosclerosis
d)
Hypertension
25.
The major source of readily usable human energy
a)
Cellulose
b)
Fat
c)
Protein
d)
Carbohydrates
26.
A simple way to determine a single portion size of protein is to compare it to the size of your ________
a)
palm
b)
fist
c)
thumb
d)
half-thumb

27-28.

Answer the questions below after watching the video

27.

What color food helps fight heart disease, cancer, and stroke?

a)

green

b)

purple

c)

red

d)

orange/yellow

28.

True or False: Eating a variety of colorful foods is part of a nutritious diet

a)

True

b)

False

29.

Which nutrient is the main source of energy for the body?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Proteins

c)

Vitamins

d)

Minerals

30.

Which of the following is a sign of dehydration?

a)

Improved concentration

b)

Increased energy

c)

Headache

d)

Clear urine

31.

Which food group should be consumed in the smallest amount according to most nutrition guidelines?

a)

Vegetables

b)

Fruits

c)

Grains

d)

Fats and oils

32.

Which nutrient is essential for maintaining healthy vision and immune function?

a)

Calcium

b)

Vitamin A

c)

Vitamin C

d)

Iron

33.

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?

a)

Provide energy

b)

Build muscle

c)

Regulate hormones

d)

Store vitamins

34.

Which of the following is considered a whole grain?

a)

Oatmeal

b)

White rice

c)

White bread

d)

Cake

35.

Which of the following is a source of healthy fats?

a)

White bread

b)

Avocado

c)

Candy

d)

Soda

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