Unit 3: Nutrition
Which of the following meals is the most nutritious?
Broiled fish, steamed carrots, brown and wild rice
What food group is a good source of protein, calcium and riboflavin?
Dairy
Which of the following foods does not belong to the dairy group?
Eggs
Cholesterol is found in grains.
False
Dairy is a good source of grains.
False
Dieting is a benefit of physical activity.
False
Exercise raises blood cholesterol levels.
False
For your physical activity to be effective, it must be vigorous.
False
Grains are a good source of potassium.
False
Grains are a good source of vitamin A.
False
Meat is NOT a good source of vitamin B6.
False
Milk is a good source of vitamin C
False
Nuts belong to the grains food group.
False
Osteoporosis is a degenerative disease caused by a deficiency in iron intake.
False
The only consequence of poor food choices is weight gain.
False
Vegetables are a good source of sodium
False
Which nutrient supplies the most calories per gram?
Fat/oil
Toast with butter and jelly would be classified in which food groups?
Grains, fruits and dairy
Which of the following is not a benefit of exercise?
Meeting RDA
Which of the following would qualify as a vigorous exercise?
Running at 5 mph
Drinking milk is a good choice for supplying protein, vitamin D and calcium. Which population would have the highest need for including milk in their diet?
Teens
Which of the following would be considered adequate moderate exercise?
Thirty minutes of yard work
Bleeding gums can result from a deficiency in vitamin C.
True
Cholesterol is found in dairy products
True
Dairy products are a good source of calcium
True
Eating food high in cholesterol and saturated fat may lead to atherosclerosis.
True
Fruits are a good source of potassium.
True
In order for exercise to be effective, it must substantially increase heart rate.
True
Milk and eggs are a good source of vitamin B12.
True
Nuts are a good source of vitamin E.
True
Some cholesterol is good for the body.
True
Sugars and starches are the main source of the body's energy.
True
The main food source for energy comes from _________.
carbohydrates
The substance that is necessary for production of certain hormones and helps store and transport vitamins is:
fats
For a healthy diet, nutrients need to be consumed in different amounts. For example, carbohydrates should:
make up about 55% of your daily caloric intake
A deficiency of calcium can lead to:
osteoporosis
Substances that are essential for body growth and repair are:
proteins
Regular exercise is important because it:
reduces the risk of disease. helps in weight control. reduces risk of diabetes.
Physical benefits of exercise include:
stronger bones
All of the following are vigorous activities except:
walking 3.5 miles an hour
