Nutritive Value of Foods

_____ are large molecules made up of amino acids, which are essential for building and repairing tissues, supporting immune function, and serving as enzymes and hormones.

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

What is an example of visible fats in cooking?

• Saturated fats

• Cholesterol

• Olive oil

• Protein

Olive oil

• Visible fat

• Invisible fat

Comparing apples and oranges, oranges generally have a higher vitamin C content.

• False

• True

Answer explanation

True. Oranges generally have a higher vitamin C content compared to apples.

In comparing protein sources, which type of meat generally has a lower fat content?

• Lamb

• Beef

• Pork

• Chicken