Nutrients_lower sec

nutrients refer to________________________.

• chemicals that are not absorbed by the body.

• chemical substances that are nourishing for the body.

• non-chemical substances from plants and animals

• non-chemical substances that are essential for the body.

Macro-nutrients consist of ______, proteins and fats.

micronutrients consists of vitamins and minerals as they are needed in small quantities and they do not provide ________ to the body.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a macro-nutrient?

• it provides energy for the body

• it is needed in larger quantities by the body

• it does not supply any energy to the body

• excess of it may pose health risks to the body

Which of the following are considered fat soluble vitamins?

• vitamin A

• Folic Acid

• vitamin E

• vitamin K

• Vitamin B2

Describe the difference between fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins when they are consumed in excess.

Answer explanation

excess fat soluble vitamins will be stored in the liver when consumed in excess while excess water-soluble vitamins will be passed out of the body through urine and perspiration.

Which of the following is NOT a function of Vitamin C?

• it is an antioxidant

• it helps the body to absorb iron

• it helps the body to absorb calcium

• it strengthens the immunity and resist infection

• it helps the gums to stay healthy

Deficiency in Iron will result in __________.

Vitamin A helps to form the ______ ______ in the retina.

Anti-oxidants ________________________

• binds itself to oxygen and cause nutrients to be oxidised

• protects nutrients from being oxidised and producing free radicals

• can be found in fruits and vegetables

• can be found in vitamins A, C and E.