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WorksheetsHealth Science Note 1: Food and Nutrition
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Food is what we ___
eat
wear
breathe
write
Nutrition means the kind of food we eat and how it affects our ___
clothes
books
body
pets
Which is NOT a reason why we need food?
to grow
to stay healthy
to waste money
to work and play
A balanced diet contains ___
only fruits
only meat
all food nutrients in the right amounts
only snacks
Which nutrient helps to build the body?
carbohydrates
proteins
fats
vitamins
Beans, fish and eggs are sources of ___
fats
carbohydrates
proteins
minerals
Which food gives energy to the body?
carbohydrates
proteins
vitamins
water
Rice, cassava and bread are ___
proteins
carbohydrates
fats
minerals
Vitamins help the body to ___
build strong muscles
fight diseases
give energy for running
store fat
Fruits and vegetables are rich in ___
fats
proteins
vitamins
water
Which nutrient keeps the body warm?
carbohydrates
proteins
fats
minerals
Palm oil and butter are examples of ___
proteins
fats
carbohydrates
minerals
Mineral salts help to form ___
hair
muscles
strong bones and teeth
sweat
Which nutrient prevents bleeding?
protein
carbohydrate
vitamin K
fat
Water helps the body by ___
building muscles
regulating body temperature
giving energy for running
forming bones
Which is a source of water?
dry sand
rain
smoke
metal
Garri belongs to which class of food?
proteins
carbohydrates
fats
vitamins
Which nutrient helps digestion?
fibre (roughage)
protein
fat
sugar
Which is NOT a food nutrient?
proteins
vitamins
carbohydrates
plastic
Eating different kinds of food helps us to ___
get sick easily
stay healthy
waste food
feel hungry
