11.1 Nutrition Basics

What is an incomplete protein?

• A protein source that provides all of the amino acids.

• A protein source that does not provide all of the amino acids.

Which mineral does NOT build and renew bones?

• Calcium

• Magnesium

• Phosphorus

• Sodium

What role do proteins play in the body?

• They build, maintain, and repair body tissues.

• They are the body’s main source of energy.

• They regulate bodily functions and helps carry some vitamins through the system.

What role do fats play in the body?

• They build, maintain, and repair body tissues.

• They are the body’s main source of energy.

• They regulate bodily functions and helps carry some vitamins through the system.

What is a nutrient?

• The seeds and pods from certain plants.

• A chemical compound that helps the body to carry out its functions.

• A unique form of a complex carbohydrate that does not provide energy

• A protein source that provides all of the amino acids

Which of the following is NOT an example of a monounsaturated fat?

• Avocados

• Whole-milk products

• Peanut Oil

• Olive Oil

What is a carbohydrate?

• A unique form of a complex carbohydrate that does not provide energy.

• A nutrient that builds, maintains, and repairs body tissues.

• The nutrient that is the body’s main source of energy.

• A protein source that does not provide all of the amino acids

Which vitamin strengthens the immune system?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Thiamin

• Folate

Which of the following is NOT an example of a saturated fat?

• Butter

• Whole-milk products

• Visible fat on meats

• Olive Oil

What is a complete protein?

• A protein source that provides all of the amino acids.

• A protein source that does not provide all of the amino acids.