Nutrition Unit Review

The definition of a calorie is:

• how much fat a food has

• the energy value of food

• a nutrient in food

• the oxygen count of food

How many calories must you cut to lose 1 lb.?

• 3000

• 4000

• 35

• 3500

The safest way to lose weight:

• 5 lbs. per week

• 10 lbs. per week

• 1 - 2 lbs. per week

• 2 -3 lbs. per week

All teens need 3 cups of dairy in a day.

• True

• False

The MyPlate is important to follow because it will help you eat a balanced diet with various foods.

• True

• False

Why is water good for you?

• A. Flushes fat

• B. Keeps you hydrated

• C. Helps with liver and lung function

• A & B

• A, B & C

Table sugars (brown sugar, honey, fruit) are examples of:

• Simple carbohydrates

• Complex carbohydrates

Whole grains, vegetables, fruit, oats, and fiber are examples of:

• Simple carbohydrates

• Complex carbohydrates

Complex carbs are digested quickly and keep you fuller longer.

• True

• False

When buying a bread or flour product, what word do you want to look for high on the ingredients list?

• Whole grains

• Calcium

• Yeast

• Sugar