Carbohydrates and Weight Loss Quiz

What are the two specific changes in diet that are best related to losing weight?

• Eating more fruits and vegetables

• Eating more carbohydrates and sugar

• Eating less and eating fewer carbohydrates

• Eating more protein and fat

What is the major storage hormone in the body?

• Cortisol

• Leptin

• Insulin

• Glucagon

What is one of the most important responsibilities of insulin in the body?

• To store energy for later use

• To regulate blood pressure

• To regulate body temperature

• To aid in digestion

What happens to insulin secretion when we eat carbohydrates?

• It increases

• It stays the same

• It becomes inactive

• It decreases

Which type of carbohydrates are found in foods like milk, vegetables, and fruits?

• Processed simple carbohydrates

• Natural simple carbohydrates

• Refined sugar

• Complex carbohydrates

What is the best way to recognize processed simple carbohydrates?

• By their color

• By their taste

• By their size

• By whether they can be grown in a garden or on a farm

What happens when grains are processed into simple carbohydrates?

• They lose their fiber

• They become healthier

• They become more filling

• They become more nutritious

What is the calorie content of a single cup of cooked pasta?

• 100 calories

• 150 calories

• 250 calories

• 200 calories

What is the hormone made by the stomach to trigger appetite?

• Leptin

• Ghrelin

• Insulin

• Cortisol

Which type of foods can help prevent a quick rebound in hunger after a meal?

• Foods high in protein

• Carbohydrate-based foods

• Foods high in sugar

• Foods high in fat