Nutrition Quiz
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Define the term ‘balanced diet’.
A. A diet containing some nutrients in the correct proportions.
B. A diet containing none nutrients in the correct proportions.
C. A diet containing most nutrients in the correct proportions.
D. A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.
Therapeutic diet refers to
A. diabetes
B. food allergies
C. the use of diet or certain foods in the treatment and management of diseases.
D. a medical condition
Going gluten free does not necessarily mean you’re improving your diet
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
How does food provide energy?
A. Food contains oxygen which cells change into energy.
B. Food contains fiber which breaks down into energy.
C. Food contains water which is used to store energy.
D. Food contains sugar which is converted into energy through cellular respiration.
Which of the following is an example of an AUTOTROPH?
A. Appletree
B. Dog
C. Mushroom
D. Human
The Nutrition Facts label shows you how much of each food you should eat.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
Freezing fruit does not drastically decrease the nutritional value
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
Which nutrient cannot be digested?
A. carbohydrates
B. fibre
C. protein
D. minerals
Which nutrient is necessary for healthy bones?
A. Fiber
B. Calcium
C. Cholesterol
D. Magnesium
Which BEST explains why some fats are recommended as a part of a healthy diet?
A. Fats provide the body with the chemicals necessary for controlling the pH of the blood.
B. Fats act as a catalyst, reacting with the sugars in fruits and vegetables.
C. Fats provide the body and it’s organs with insulation and protection.
Which is an example of a type of Carbohydrate?
A. Sugars
B. Fats
C. Proteins
D. Minerals
Which essential nutrients serve as fuel for your body?
A. Carbohydrates & Lipids
B. Carbohydrates & Vitamins
C. Carbohydrates & Minerals
D. Carbohydrates & Proteins
Who may order or plan a therapeutic diet?
A. dietitian
B. pharmacist
C. your friend
D. your mom
What do we call the very large molecules that allow for energy to be stored in animals?
A. Lipids
B. Carbs
C. Proteins
D. Minerals
Xerophytes have drought tolerance as compared to mesophytes because of
A. Thick cuticle
B. Sunken stomata
C. Very less transpiration
D. All of these
Which of the following is NOT a major activity of the stomach?
A. mechanical digestion
B. HCl production
C. nutrient absorption
D. enzyme secretion
60% of your brain is made from
A. water
B. fats
C. proteins
D. iron
What is letter “D” pointing to?
A. upper epidermis
B. palisade mesophyll
C. spongy mesophyll
D. air space
What are small amounts of vitamins needed for?
A. bones and teeth
B. chemical reactions in the body
C. digestion
D. respiration
People who continually consume way to many calories will become
A. a happier person
B. skinny
C. obese
D. a great athlete
Which nutrient makes up the largest percentage of your body and cells?
A. Water
B. Proteins
C. Carbohydrates
D. Lipids
True or False. All cholesterol is bad for you.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
Define the term ‘balanced diet’.
A. A diet containing some nutrients in the correct proportions.
B. A diet containing most nutrients in the correct proportions.
C. A diet containing none nutrients in the correct proportions.
D. A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.
Which molecule is found in a triglyceride?
A. Lipase
B. Glycerol
C. Glycogen
D. Glucose
If a person has a deficiency in vitamin C, they may have…
A. Scurvy
B. Rickets
C. Osteoporosis
D. Anemia
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