Nutrition and Energy Quiz

What are nutrients?

• Substances in food that the body uses to promote normal growth, repair, and maintenance.

• Units of measurement of the energy stored in the chemical bonds of our food.

• Substances that the body produces naturally.

• Chemicals that provide flavor to food.

How many essential nutrients are there that our body cannot produce fast enough?

• 20

• 30

• 40

• 50

What are calories?

• Substances in food that promote growth.

• Units of measurement of the energy stored in the chemical bonds of our food.

• Vitamins that the body needs.

• Minerals that help in body repair.

Which of the following is considered a macronutrient?

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Water

• Iron

Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids/Fats

• Vitamins

Which of the following is a micronutrient?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids/Fats

• Vitamins

• Water

What is the primary source of simple sugars in the diet?

• Meat and fish

• Dairy products

• Fruits and vegetables

• Nuts and seeds

What is the role of glucose in the body?

• It builds muscle tissue

• It fuels body cells with ATP

• It stores vitamins

• It repairs DNA

What percentage of total caloric intake should come from carbohydrates?

• 10-20%

• 25-35%

• 45-65%

• 70-80%

Which of the following is an exception to plant-based carbohydrate sources?

• Fructose in fruits

• Lactose in milk

• Starch in grains

• Sucrose in sugarcane