Nutrition
If Juan usually overeats at his grandmother's house on holidays, which factors are most likely influencing his foo choices on those days? A. family and culture B. hunger and emotions C. nutrition and calories D. depression and loneliness
A
One serving of a food provides 100 calories and 5 grams of protein. The average person needs about 2000 calories and 50 grams of protein each day. What percent of the daily value of protein does one serving of a food provide? A. 5 percent B. 10 percent C. 20 percent D. 25 percent
B
The energy provided by food is A. measured in units of mass called calories B. needed by teens for growth and activity C. excreted by the urine if not used by the body D. one of the nutrients needed by the body
B
Which type of nutrient helps to build and maintain cells and tissues? A. carbohydrates B. protein C. starch D. fat
B
Jana's doctor said that she should eat more fiber. Which three types of foods would provide Jana with the most fiber? A. milk, cheese, and yogurt B. meat fish and poultry C. fruits, vegetables, and grains D. oils, fats, and fatty acids
C
The number of calories that you can eat each day without gaining weight depends on you activity level and your A. hunger B. environment C. resting metabolic rate (RMR) D. appetite
C
The three main points of "fueling right" include all of the following except: A. balancing nutrients and calories B. eating a variety of nutrients C. eating low calorie foods D. eating nutrient-dense foods
C
True or False The psychological desire for food is referred to as HUNGER.
False appetite
True or False A type of carbohydrate that your body needs but cannot digest is STARCH.
False fiber
True or false Nutrients that provide energy include carbohydrates, fats, and VITAMINS.
False proteins
True or False Eating plenty of foods rich in CALCIUM can reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
True
True or False Factors that can influence food choices include EMOTIONS.
True
one of three types of carbohydrates, indigestible
fiber
any substance in food that the body needs
nutrient
basic building material of all the body's cells
protein
a source of complex carbohydrates
starch
nutrient needed for almost every body function
water
