11. Quiz 2: Eating the Right Foods

What is a "balanced diet"?

A balanced diet is one where all the food groups are consumed in the right amounts.

A calorie is the heat needed to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water ______________.

1 degree Celsius

The consumption of ___________ fats causes the rise of high-density lipoproteinbin the blood.

Unsaturated

The best way to get the proper balance of vitamins and minerals is to:

Eat a Variety of Foods

Anorexia nerves is a disorder closely related to painful cardio-pulmonary discomfort.

FALSE

Condiments are meant to enhance the flavor of food and should be eaten in large amounts.

FALSE

Meat is the best source of protein because it does not provide the body with all the essential amino acids.

FALSE

__________ are organic acids that aid in the transportation and breakdown of cholesterol.

Fatty Acids

There are 13 known ________ used by the body to maintain health.

Minerals

In order for breakfast to keep you energized throughout the day, it must consist mainly of:

Protein

Healthy eating habits are based on an attitude of thankfulness towards God.

TRUE

Hunger is the body's way of telling you that it is in need of essential nutrients.

TRUE

What is the scientific definition of "nutrition"?

The proper supply of nutrients essential for growth, reproduction, repair, immunity, and energy.

Why are vitamins essential to good health?

They help the body convert carbohydrates into energy; that aid in the repair and construction of cells; they facilitate normal bodily functions.

Dairy products are a good source of protein, calcium, and ______________.

Vitamins A and D

Which of the following grains is not a whole grain?

White Flour

No more than __ percent of a person's total calorie intake should consist of fat.

30

Meat is a rich source of Vitamin C, calcium, and other minerals.

FALSE

The best way to regulate your eating habits is to eat whenever food is available.

FALSE

The consumption of _______ fats causes the rise of low-density lipoprotein in the blood.

Saturated

__________ fats are found in animal products and some vegetables.

Saturated

Water is the basis of good nutrition because it is essential to all forms of metabolism in the body.

TRUE

Match the following. 1. the process by which a cell converts nutrients into energy or materials 2. food source that contains all the essential amino acids 3. an excellent source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A 4. linked to increased immunity and the destruction of toxic substances within the body 5. found in yellow and green vegetables and fruits 6. vitamin helpful in maintaining good eyesight and the treatment of infection 7. the number of servings of vegetables that a teenager needs to eat each day 8. the sugar found in fruits 9. table sugar 10. helps to keep the digestive system working properly and guard against colon cancer 11. an excellent source of Vitamin C 12. the number of servings of fruit that a teenager needs to eat each day

1. Metabolism 2. Complete Protein 3. Vegetables 4. Vitamin C 5. Carotene 6. Vitamin A 7. Five(5) 8. Fructose 9. Sucrose 10. Fiber 11. Citrus Fruits 12. Four(4)

The average adolescent should consume no more than _____ grams of fat per day.

65-70

According to the Bible, what types of food has God given to us to eat?

According to the Bible, God has given us every kind of food.

_______ is useful for the growth and development of strong bones and teeth.

Calcium

_______ are the body's primary and most immediate source of energy.

Carbohydrates

What are the six major nutrients that are found in food?

Carbohydrates, Fat, Protein, Water, Vitamins, and Minerals

Grain products are a good source of ________ and __________.

Carbohydrates, Vitamin B Complex

Food with a lot of _____ are good sources of Vitamins C, B6, and E, and are also linked to the reduction of cancer-causing agents.

Fiber

What information do food labels provide?

Food labels provide percentage of RDA and a list of ingredients.

What types of foods are the best source of calories?

Foods that a re high in vitamins and mineral and low in fat and sugars are the best source of calories.

Why did God give us food?

God gave us food for strength and enjoyment.

____ remove the build-up of cholesterol on the walls of arteries.

HDLs

Eating regular meals will:

Help you to establish healthy eating habits and keep you energized throughout the day

Why is it important to eat foods each day from each of the five food groups?

It is important to eat foods each day from the five food groups because no food group has all the essential nutrients.

Of the 5 food categories, which one should be the smallest percentage of our diet?

Meats and Beans

To get the right amount of calcium, a growing adolescent should consume the equivalent amount of calcium in 4 to 5 glasses of ____ each day.

Milk