Nutrition Vocabulary Quizs

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a unit of energy that measures how much energy food provides to the body.

• Calorie

• Joule

• Watt

• Newton

Fill in the blank: _______ are starches and fiber that provide long-lasting energy, found in whole grains and vegetables.

• Complex Carbohydrates

• Simple Sugars

• Proteins

• Fats

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a substance in food that provides energy or helps with body processes.

• Nutrient

• Vitamin

• Mineral

• Carbohydrate

Fill in the blank: _______ are nutrients needed in large amounts: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

• Macronutrients

• Micronutrients

• Vitamins

• Minerals

Fill in the blank: ______ is essential for all body functions, including temperature regulation and digestion.

• Water

• Air

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

Fill in the blank: _______ are the building blocks of protein that must be obtained from food.

• Essential Amino Acids

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Minerals

Fill in the blank: _______ is a type of fat mostly found in animal products, associated with increased cholesterol levels.

• Saturated Fat

• Unsaturated Fat

• Trans Fat

• Polyunsaturated Fat

Fill in the blank: ______ are minerals like sodium, potassium, and chloride that help maintain fluid balance.

• Electrolytes

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

Fill in the blank: _______ are the body's main source of energy, found in foods like bread, pasta, fruits, and vegetables.

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

Fill in the blank: _______ is a macronutrient that helps build and repair body tissues, found in meat, beans, and dairy.

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Fat

• Vitamin