8.1 Vocabulary Quiz

Complex carbohydrate found only in plant-based foods; cannot be completely digested, but has many health benefits.

• minerals
• dietary fiber
• vitamins
• glucose

Organic nutrients that promote growth and development, help regulate body processes, maintain healthy skin, and help the body release energy.

• minerals
• dietary fiber
• vitamins
• glucose

Organic nutrients that promote growth and development, help regulate body processes, maintain healthy skin, and help the body release energy.

• minerals
• dietary fiber
• vitamins
• glucose

Simple carbohydrate and the preferred source of energy for the brain and central nervous system.

• minerals
• dietary fiber
• vitamins
• glucose

Inorganic nutrients absorbed from plants, water, and animal food sources.

• minerals
• dietary fiber
• vitamins
• glucose

Type of vitamin that dissolves in water; are used immediately by the body or removed during urination.

• water soluble vitamins
• fat soluble vitamins
• nutrients
• nutrition

Process of choosing and consuming food necessary for health and growth.

• water soluble vitamins
• fat soluble vitamins
• nutrients
• nutrition

Type of vitamin that dissolves in the body’s fats and can be stored for later use.

• water soluble vitamins
• fat soluble vitamins
• nutrients
• nutrition

Chemical substances that provide the nutrition essential for growth, energy, and function.

• water soluble vitamins
• fat soluble vitamins
• nutrients
• nutrition

Nutrients that are the major source of energy for the body; can be found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products.

• fats
• carbohydrates
• protein