Nutrition
__________ contains cholesterol? -A pear -Corn -Cereal -An egg
An egg
What are the four main types of vegetables? -Orange, dark green, beans and peas, and starchy -Red, leafy, fat and apples -Berries, squash, orange and lentils -Peas, potatoes, water and beans
Orange, dark greens, beans and peas, and starchy
Weight gain is a possible consequence of poor food choice. -True -False
True
Eating high calorie foods and not exercising can lead to: -headaches. -stress. -a heart attack. -low blood pressure
a heart attack
Cholesterol is: -good for the heart -a waxy substance found in the blood -should be increased in a person's diet -found in vegetables
a waxy substance found in the blood
An example of a grain is: -barley -apple -pumpkin -steak
barley
An example of a green vegetable is: -a tomato. -a carrot. -an onion. -broccoli.
broccoli
What food group is a good source of protein, calcium and riboflavin? -Grains -Dairy -Meats and beans -Vegetables
dairy
Substances that are essential for body growth and repair are: -carbohydrates. -fats. -vitamins. -proteins.
protein
A person must consume _________ to survive. -chicken -water -bananas -pasta
water
Which of the following meals is the most nutritious? -Pasta with Alfredo sauce, toasted garlic bread, tossed salad -Broiled fish, steamed carrots, brown and wild rice -Fried eggs, bacon, buttered toast and jelly -Beef tacos with sour cream and cheddar cheese, refried beans rice
Broiled fish, steamed carrots, brown and wild rice
Which statement is false? -Cholesterol is found in dairy products. -Cholesterol is found in grains. -Eating food high in cholesterol and saturated fat may lead to atherosclerosis. -Dairy is a good source of protein, calcium and riboflavin.
Cholesterol is found in grains
The main food source for energy comes from __________. -carbohydrates -fats -proteins -minerals
carbohydrates
An example of food in the dairy group is: -cheese -potatoes -carrots -roast beef
cheese
Oranges and grapefruit are an example of what kind of fruit? -Citrus -Rose -Melons -Berries
citrus
A good source of vitamin C is: -a hot dog -citrus fruit -milk -french fries
citrus fruit
Dairy products are a good source of vitamin C. -True -False
false
Eating food low in cholesterol and saturated fat leads to atherosclerosis. -True -False
false
Fats are the main substances that are essential for body growth and repair. -True -False
false
Fruits are a good source of vitamin D. -True -False
false
Grains are a good source of vitamin A. -True -False
false
It is necessary to eat fish to create a fully balanced diet. -True -False
false
The main food source for energy comes from proteins -True -False
false
The nutrient that supplies the most calories per gram is carbohydrate. -True -False
false
Vegetables are a good source of cholesterol. -True -False
false
Which nutrient supplies the most calories per gram? -Fats -Sugars -Protein -Vitamins
fats
The human body cannot digest: -fiber. -water. -ice cream. -salad.
fiber
One food that contains Omega-3 is: -a hamburger. -popcorn. -fish. -water
fish
What are two good sources of protein? -French fries and milkshakes -Water and soda -Fish and nuts Correct -Red meat and carrots
fish and nuts
For a healthy diet, nutrients need to be consumed in different amounts. For example, carbohydrates should: -be limited to 300 milligrams a day. -make up about 30% of your daily caloric intake. -be limited to 3,000 milligrams a day. -make up about 55% of your daily caloric intake
make up about 55% of your daily caloric intake
The substances that are necessary for production of certain hormones and that help store and transport vitamins are: -carbohydrates. -fats. -proteins. -minerals
protein
Skim milk is a good choice for protein, vitamin D and calcium. Which population would have the highest need for including milk in their diet? -Adults -Teens -Senior Citizens -Doctors
teens
Carbohydrates are the main source of the body's energy. -True -False
true
Cholesterol is found in meat products. -True -False
true
Fruits are a good source of potassium. -True -False
true
Milk is a good source of calcium. -True -False
true
Some cholesterol is good for the body. -True -False
true
What nutrients and vitamins do vegetables provide? -Vitamin C, fat, calcium and starch -Fiber, potassium, and vitamins A, B, C, and E -Vitamin D, zinc, riboflavin and fat -Fat, vitamin A and E, and water
vitamin D, zinc, riboflavin and fat