3.01 Nutrition Test

1.

1 point

Which is true about CARBOHYDRATES?

Provides energy and helps digestion

Helps build bones, teeth, and blood

Provide energy for muscles, nerves and the brain

Builds and repairs cells

2.

1 point

Which of the following is true about PROTEINS?

Facilitates and regulates body processes

Builds and repairs cells, fights infections

Eliminates toxins and waste from the body

Transports oxygen around the body in the red blood cells

3.

1 point

You should make half of your plate fruits and vegetables.

True

False

4.

1 point

For the Dietary Guideline "Be physically active your way," you should pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can, at least 20 minutes at a time.

True

False

5.

1 point

Breakfast is especially important for Early Child hood (2-5 years old).

True

False

6.

1 point

Not all fats are good for you, but you need saturated fats.

True

False

7.

1 point

On your food label from your notes, what is the %Daily Value of total fat?

15%

20%

10%

18%

8.

1 point

Which nutrient group facilitates and regulates body processes and is essential for growth and health?

Vitamins

Fats

Minerals

Protein

9.

1 point

Middle adulthood (40-65 years old) requires which of the following items?

Increased cholesterol foods

Increased fiber intake

Avoid excessive protein

Decreased Vitamin D

10.

1 point

Which of the following are good sources of the nutrient MINERALS?

Tuna, chicken, milk, egg

Orange juice, sun, milk

Bread, cereal, potatoes, beans

Red meat, green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, milk, cheese

11.

1 point

Adolescents need to increase vitamin B.

True

False

12.

1 point

How many servings of WHOLE grains does a boy who is 14 need per day?

8 oz.

6 oz.

5 oz.

4 oz.

13.

1 point

Serving size is something you might find on a food label.

True

False

14.

1 point

In place of some meat and poultry, you should choose how many ounces of seafood per week?

6 oz

8 oz

5 oz

7 oz

15.

1 point

You should switch to low-fat or fat-free milk and get your calcium-rich foods.

True

False

16.

1 point

Older adults (65 and older) need more vitamin K.

True

False

17.

1 point

Ingredients list is NOT included on a food label.

True

False

18.

1 point

Which nutrient group works to keep muscles and skin toned and regulates body temperature?

Carbohydrates

Fats

Protein

Water

19.

1 point

Everyone should eat the same amount of calories.

True

False

20.

1 point

For the dietary guideline 'Build a Healthy Plate,' you should not vary your protein choices.

True

False

21.

1 point

One Dietary Guideline for Americans says, "Cut back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars, and ____________." What is the missing word?

Protein

Grains

Unsaturated fats

Salt

22.

1 point

What is important for Young Adults (19-39 years old) to increase?

Iron and Calcium

Zinc and Iron

Vitamin B and Vitamin C

Calcium and Vitamin A

23.

1 point

On your food label from your notes (the very last page of notes), how many grams of sodium are there?

25g

470g

12g

81g

24.

1 point

How many servings of fruit should a 13 year old girl get daily?

2.5 cups

1.5 cups

3 cups

2 cups

25.

1 point

Which of the following is true about VITAMINS?

Provides energy and helps digestion

Aids in weight loss

Facilitate and regulate body processes

Makes blood strong