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Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Luna says nutrition is just eating vitamins. Isla says it's about choosing and eating the right foods for health and growth. Who is correct?
Exercising daily to build muscle
Choosing and eating foods for health and growth
Only eating vitamins
Avoiding all fats
How many types of nutrients are listed in the chapter?
4
5
6
7
Which of the following is the body's main source of energy?
Main source of energy
Structural material for nails and hair
Vitamins that regulate metabolism
Main component of bone
Which sugar does the body use for quick energy?
Fructose
Lactose
Glucose
Sucrose
Starches are:
Simple sugars in fruit
Chains of glucose (complex carbohydrates) broken down into glucose during digestion
A type of fat
A vitamin group
Who is correct? Dietary fiber:
Is fully digested into glucose
Lowers cholesterol, helps balance blood glucose, and adds bulk to feces
Is the primary source of protein in the diet
Causes immediate weight gain
Which statement about proteins is correct?
Are only used for energy
Build and maintain cells, act as enzymes and hormones, and provide energy
Dissolve in water and are excreted immediately
Are made only of glucose
How many amino acids are in proteins?
9
12
20
30
What is a complete protein?
Has all nine essential amino acids, usually in animal foods
Found only in fruits
Missing essential amino acids
Same as dietary fiber
Which fat is made by hydrogenation and found in processed foods?
Unsaturated fats
Saturated fats
Trans fats
Omega-3 fats
Which of these are fat-soluble vitamins?
Vitamin A, D, E, K
Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6
Vitamin C
Minerals
Why is Vitamin B12 important?
Protects red blood cells from damage
Helps form red blood cells and supports the nervous system
Is a fat-soluble vitamin
Builds bones
Major minerals are needed in amounts greater than:
100 milligrams per day
1 milligram per day
1 gram per week
1000 grams per day
Which mineral helps carry oxygen in blood?
Zinc
Iodine
Iron
Selenium
Which of these is NOT a function of water in our bodies?
Maintaining body temperature
Cushioning joints and protecting tissues
Supplying calories for energy
Transporting nutrients and removing waste
How many cups of fruit should an adult eat per day, according to MyPlate?
2 cups
5 cups
0.5 cup
10 cups
Which is the best grain portion equivalence?
1 ounce = 1 slice of bread or 1/2 cup cooked rice/pasta/cereal
1 ounce = 2 cups cooked rice
1 ounce = 1 cup fruit
1 ounce = 1 egg
What daily limits should be remembered for a healthy snack party?
2,200 mg sodium, 22 g saturated fat, 50 g added sugars
5,000 mg sodium, 100 g saturated fat, 200 g added sugars
No limits recommended
Only limit water intake
How is a food allergy different from a food intolerance?
Allergy involves the immune system; intolerance is trouble digesting food
Intolerance involves the immune system; allergy is only about digestion
They are the same
Only adults get allergies
What does overnutrition mean?
Eating too few calories
Consuming too many calories or unhealthy foods
Only drinking water
Balanced nutrition
Which vitamin from sunlight and foods helps your body absorb calcium and keep bones strong?
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12
Which mineral helps control fluid balance and blood pressure?
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
What does potassium help with?
Heart, muscles, and digestion
Teeth only
Skin only
Vitamin D production
Which food is a good source of dietary fiber?
White bread
Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and nuts
Soda
Butter and lard
Which statement about vitamins is TRUE?
Your body makes all vitamins, so you don’t need them from food
Water-soluble vitamins are used or removed by the kidneys; fat-soluble vitamins are stored in body fat
Fat-soluble vitamins are excreted in urine
Supplements are always better than getting vitamins from food
Are nutrients essential chemical substances for growth, energy, and function? True or False.
True
False
Is the average daily calorie recommendation 2,000 calories?
True
False
Are carbohydrates called saccharides?
True
False
Does glucose provide energy for the brain and nervous system, and is it produced during digestion? True or False.
True
False
Do bread, cereal, rice, pasta, beans, potatoes, peas, and corn contain starch?
True
False
Is dietary fiber only found in animal foods? True or False?
True
False
Not getting enough protein can weaken your immune system, cause swelling, and lead to muscle loss. True or False?
True
False
Rohan says the body makes all amino acids, so none are needed from food. Is he correct?
True
False
Do complete proteins have all nine essential amino acids? True or False?
True
False
Are unsaturated fats liquid at room temperature? True or False?
True
False
Trans fats are healthy and recommended for daily consumption.
True
False
Do vitamins help regulate body processes and release energy?
True
False
Are vitamins only water-soluble and fat-soluble?
True
False
Can fat-soluble vitamins be stored in body fat?
True
False
Are minerals organic substances made by the body? True or False?
True
False
Is calcium needed for bone and muscle health? True or False.
True
False
Is potassium found in bananas, potatoes, and legumes?
True
False
Should people drink 11.5 to 15.5 cups of fluids daily?
True
False
MyPlate recommends 6 oz of grains and 5.5 oz of protein foods per day. True or False?
True
False
Are the daily limits about 2,200 mg sodium, 22 g saturated fat, and 50 g added sugars? True or False?
True
False
Are milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans common food allergies?
True
False
Noah says, "Malnutrition only means undernutrition." Is this true?
True
False
Can overnutrition occur from eating too many calories, added sugars, and saturated fat?
True
False
Does eating different nutrient-rich foods help you get enough vitamins and minerals?
True
False
Is drinking too much water the main cause of overnutrition? True or False?
True
False
