Health and Nutrition

What are the three macronutrients?

• vitamins, minerals, and water

• sugars, salts, and fibers

• carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

• oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide

What is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables?

• At least 10 servings

• At least 3 servings

• At least 5 servings

• No specific recommendation

What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?

• Carbohydrates regulate body temperature.

• Carbohydrates help in muscle growth.

• Carbohydrates aid in digestion.

• Carbohydrates provide energy for the body.

What are the health benefits of drinking water?

• Maintaining hydration, regulating body temperature, aiding digestion, promoting healthy skin, and supporting overall bodily functions.

• Replacing the need for other beverages, preventing the absorption of nutrients, causing frequent urination, and leading to water poisoning.

• Causing water retention, leading to bloating and weight gain, increasing the risk of water intoxication, and causing electrolyte imbalance.

• Preventing dehydration, improving kidney function, boosting immune system, and reducing the risk of heart disease.

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

• Saturated fats are healthier than unsaturated fats because they contain more nutrients.

• Saturated fats and unsaturated fats have the same physical properties and sources.

• Saturated fats are liquid at room temperature and come from plant sources, while unsaturated fats are solid at room temperature and come from animal sources.

• Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and come from animal sources, while unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and come from plant sources.

What is the importance of protein in the diet?

• Protein is only important for athletes and bodybuilders.

• Protein has no importance in the diet.

• Protein is important for growth, repair, and maintenance of body tissues.

• Protein can be replaced by carbohydrates in the diet.

What are the consequences of a vitamin D deficiency?

• Enhanced immune function, improved mood, reduced risk of diabetes

• Increased risk of heart disease, improved cognitive function, reduced risk of cancer

• Weakened bones, increased risk of fractures, muscle weakness, fatigue, and impaired immune function.

• Stronger bones, decreased risk of fractures, improved muscle strength, increased energy levels

What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for teenagers?

• 500 milligrams

• 2000 milligrams

• 1300 milligrams

• 800 milligrams

What are the benefits of regular exercise?

• Improved cardiovascular health, increased muscle strength and endurance, weight management, improved mental health, and reduced risk of chronic diseases.

• Decreased cardiovascular health, decreased muscle strength and endurance, weight gain, worsened mental health, and increased risk of chronic diseases.

• No benefits at all.

• Increased risk of injury and fatigue.

What are the potential risks of consuming too much sugar?

• Weight loss, improved dental health, reduced risk of diabetes

• Enhanced brain function, improved mood, reduced risk of cancer

• Obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, tooth decay, and increased risk of certain cancers.

• Increased energy levels, improved cardiovascular health, reduced risk of obesity