1. Energy From Food

The energy utilized by our body comes from the nutrients stored in the food we eat in this order: 

• Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats
• Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins
• Fats, Carbohydrates, Proteins
• Fats, Proteins, Carbohydrates

What is the energy value of 1g of Carbohydrates?

• 3.8 kcal
• 4.0 kcal
• 7.0 kcal
• 9.0 kcal

What is the energy value of 10g of Fats?

• 9 kJ
• 9 kcal
• 90 kJ
• 90 kcal

Foods high in fats and sugar, low in vitamins and minerals are described as _____________________________.

• basal metabolism
• empty calories
• thermic effect
• hidden sugars

Which of the following is false regarding the energy needs of individuals.

• Age: An elderly man above 60 years requires lesser energy than a teenager. 
• Gender: Males require more energy than females as they are more active.
• Size: A taller  person requires more energy than a lighter person.
• Occupation: An administrator requires lesser energy than a farmer.

Energy Input > Energy Output

• Lose weight
• Gain weight
• Maintain weight

Muscles and liver stores _______________ as energy reserve.

• carbohydrates
• fats
• glycogen
• glucose

After digestion, glucose enters the ______________ before entering the ______________.

• cells, muscles
• cells, liver
• bloodstream, cells
• bloodstream, muscles

A person with a BMI of 15 is at risk of developing

• coronary heart disease
• diabetes
• hypertension
• osteoporosis

A BMI of _______ is at low risk of developing chronic health diseases.

• 18.5
• 22
• 25
• 27.5