Understanding Nutrients

What are the three main functions of nutrients?

• Provide energy, promote growth, regulate body processes

• Build muscles, improve vision, enhance memory

• Increase height, improve digestion, strengthen bones

• Reduce stress, improve sleep, enhance mood

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

• A) Carbohydrates

• B) Proteins

• C) Vitamins

• D) Fats

Carbohydrates provide fuel for our bodies during ______.

• Sleep

• High intensity exercise

• Rest

• Meditation

What is the role of proteins in the body?

• Provide energy

• Help tissue structure, regulate metabolism, and maintain acid/base balance

• Store fat

• Improve vision

Which nutrient protects organs and provides insulation?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

Fill in the blank: Macronutrients include proteins, carbohydrates, and ______.

• A) Vitamins

• B) Minerals

• C) Fats

• D) Water

What is a source of carbohydrates?

• Oils

• Grains

• Meat

• Dairy

Fill in the blank: Proteins are involved in metabolic, transport, and ______ systems.

• A) Digestive

• B) Hormone

• C) Nervous

• D) Circulatory

Which of the following is a source of fats?

• Legumes

• Fruits

• Nuts

• Grains

Fill in the blank: Nutrients in food provide our body with the fuel the body uses to carry on all its day to day ______.

• Exercises

• Activities

• Rest

• Sleep