Lesson 3.1 Nutrition

Front

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body? (Options: carbohydrates, vitamins, water, minerals)

Back

carbohydrates

Front

Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair? vitamins, fats, proteins, carbohydrates

Back

proteins

Front

Which nutrient supplies the most calories per gram? Options: carbohydrates, fats, protein, water

Back

fats

Front

Identify the type of vitamin that is stored in the body.

Back

fat soluble

Front

Which of the following is true about most fast foods? they are low in nutrient density, they are high in fat and calories, they are low in vitamins and minerals, all of the above

Back

all of the above

Front

What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods?

Back

to provide all the nutrients you need

Front

The basic building block of a carbohydrate is a _____________ molecule.

Back

sugar

Front

An athlete is preparing to run a marathon (26.2 miles), decide which of the following meals she should eat the night before to provide the most energy for the race? Options: eat a steak and drink a coffee, load up on candy bars and chips, eat pasta and drink water, eat a bowl of cereal and drink an energy drink

Back

eat pasta and drink water

Front

A student should have a minimum of how many glasses of water per day?

Back

8

Front

What food group is NOT located on the “my plate” guide? Options: meat, fruit, grains, fruit, meat, protein, grains, vegetables, protein, fats, oils, and sweets

Back

fats, oils, and sweets