Nutrition Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the 10 Nutrition Concepts?

• Health problems related to nutrition originate within cells

• All foods are bad

• Poor nutrition can result from excessive intake

• Food is a basic need of humans

What is food insecurity?

• Lack of access to sufficient food

• Eating too much food

• Having a balanced diet

• Consuming only organic foods

Which nutrient provides calories?

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

• Water

• Minerals

What are phytochemicals?

• Artificial additives

• Types of vitamins

• Essential nutrients

• Chemical substances found in plants

Which of the following is an essential nutrient?

• Vitamin C

• Cholesterol

• Antioxidants

• Fiber

What can excessive intake of nutrients lead to?

• Improved health

• Toxicity

• Deficiency diseases

• Increased energy

What is metabolism?

• Chemical changes in the body

• The process of digestion

• The elimination of waste

• The absorption of nutrients

Which group of people is at higher risk of malnutrition?

• Healthy adults

• Office workers

• Pregnant women

• Athletes

What is the main focus of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)?

• To provide minimum requirements

• To meet the needs of 98% of healthy people

• To promote weight loss

• To encourage fast food consumption

What does a balanced diet provide?

• Only proteins

• Only carbohydrates

• Neither too much nor too little of nutrients

• Too much of everything