Press A when you are sitting in your seat with
your notes put away.
Which of the following nutrients does not
provide energy?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Carbohydrates
Vitamins
Proteins
Lipids/Fats
How much energy does one gram of protein
provide?
A.
B.
C.
D.
2 kilocalories
4 kilocalories
9 kilocalories
14 kilocalories
Which of the following is not a function of
fat?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Fat provides essential fatty acids
Fat contributes to the taste and texture of foods
Fat can be converted to glucose and maintain blood glucose levels
Fat carries fat-soluble vitamins
Fat provides energy
Which of the following carbohydrates will you
find most abundantly in fruits?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Sucrose
Glucose
Lactose
Fructose
The major energy source(s) for muscles at
rest is/are
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Protein
Glucose
Cholesterol
Fatty acids
B and d
What percentage of your diet should be
carbohydrates?
A.
B.
C.
D.
10-30%
30-50%
45-65%
65-85%
How many servings of fruits do you need per
day?
A.
B.
C.
D.
2
3
4
6
Which kind of fiber helps with appetite
control and lowering your cholesterol?
A. Soluble Fiber
B. Insoluble Fiber
How much protein should a 50 kg person eat
per day?
A.
B.
C.
D.
8 grams
25 grams
30 grams
40 grams
Which of the following would be a source of
complete proteins?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Beans
Rice
Tuna
Peanut butter
Which of the following is not a function of
proteins in your body?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Provides energy
Maintains body tissues
Provides cushioning/protection of your organs
Help with chemical reactions (catalyst)
Which of the following is not a sign of
dehydration?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Thirst
Dry mouth
Dark urine
All of these are signs of dehydration
Which of the following would be the
BEST/HEALTHIEST source of fat?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Whole milk
Margarine
Fish
Butter
A deficiency (not having enough) of which mineral
will cause osteoporosis and/or rickets?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Iron
Calcium
Vitamin D
Iodine
Which of the following minerals is NOT found
in salt?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Sodium
Potassium
Chloride
Iodine
All of the following are functions of Vitamin C
EXCEPT
A.
B.
C.
D.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant
Vitamin C boosts the immune system
Vitamin C prevents the common cold
Vitamin C does all of the above
Which disease is a result of a deficiency in
Niacin?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Pellagra
Beriberi
Scurvy
Osteoporosis
Which of the following foods is the best
source of Vitamin K?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Mustard
Kale
Coleslaw
Sweet Potato
Dietary Supplements…
A.
B.
C.
D.
Can be a substitute for healthy eating
Can cause bad side effects
Are regulated by the FDA
All of the above
Fortified foods…
A.
B.
C.
D.
Are stronger than regular foods
Have had nutrients (usually vitamins or minerals) added to them
Are not as healthy for you as regular foods
Can cause deficiencies in some vitamins/minerals