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- 1. Multiple Choice
nutrient
one of the five major food groups in My Pyramid
one of the most common causes of food allergies
basic building material of all the body's cells
any substance in food that the body needs
nutrient needed for almost every body function
- 2. Multiple Choice
protein
one of the five major food groups in My Pyramid
one of the most common causes of food allergies
basic building material of all the body's cells
any substance in food that the body needs
nutrient needed for almost every body function
- 3. Multiple Choice
water
one of the five major food groups in My Pyramid
one of the most common causes of food allergies
basic building material of all the body's cells
any substance in food that the body needs
nutrient needed for almost every body function
- 4. Multiple Choice
fruits
one of the five major food groups in My Pyramid
one of the most common causes of food allergies
basic building material of all the body's cells
any substance in food that the body needs
nutrient needed for almost every body function
- 5. Multiple Choice
eggs
one of the five major food groups in My Pyramid
one of the most common causes of food allergies
basic building material of all the body's cells
any substance in food that the body needs
nutrient needed for almost every body function
- 6. Multiple Choice
diabetes
health condition that requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels
health condition that may require reduced intake of saturated and trans fats
health condition that is affected by salt intake
health condition that results in difficulty tolerating wheat, rye and barley
health condition that involves difficulty digesting dairy products
- 7. Multiple Choice
lactose intolerance
health condition that requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels
health condition that may require reduced intake of saturated and trans fats
health condition that is affected by salt intake
health condition that results in difficulty tolerating wheat, rye and barley
health condition that involves difficulty digesting dairy products
- 8. Multiple Choice
celiac disease
health condition that requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels
health condition that may require reduced intake of saturated and trans fats
health condition that is affected by salt intake
health condition that results in difficulty tolerating wheat, rye and barley
health condition that involves difficulty digesting dairy products
- 9. Multiple Choice
high blood pressure
health condition that requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels
health condition that may require reduced intake of saturated and trans fats
health condition that is affected by salt intake
health condition that results in difficulty tolerating wheat, rye and barley
health condition that involves difficulty digesting dairy products
- 10. Multiple Choice
high cholesterol
health condition that requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels
health condition that may require reduced intake of saturated and trans fats
health condition that is affected by salt intake
health condition that results in difficulty tolerating wheat, rye and barley
health condition that involves difficulty digesting dairy products
- 11. Multiple Choice
A disease associated with unhealthful weight gain is
Type II diabetes
food allergy.
osteoporosis.
lactose intolerance.
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which type of nutrient helps maintain healthy skin and hair?
starch
carbohydrate
protein
- 13. Multiple Choice
The number of calories that you can eat each day without gaining weight depends on your
activity level.
appetite.
hunger
environment.
- 14. Multiple Choice
If a label claims a food is a “good source of” fiber, the food must provide
more fiber than any other type of carbohydrate except sugar.
most of the fiber needed each day by the average person.
from 10 to 19 percent of the daily value for this nutrient.
all the fiber needed by a person who eats 2,000 calories a day.
- 15. Multiple Choice
Body mass index is a measure of body weight relative to
gender.
rate of growth.
age.
height.
- 16. Multiple Choice
A healthful weight
is different for different individuals.
is associated with type 2 diabetes.
is the same for every individual.
is something teens should not worry about.
- 17. Multiple Choice
A person who burns more calories than he or she consumes will
lose weight.
gain weight.
become obese.
maintain their weight.
- 18. Multiple Choice
Weakness, trouble concentrating, and difficulty fighting disease are health risks associated with
being obese.
being underweight.
being overweight.
being at a healthful weight.
- 19. Multiple Choice
The energy you need and receive from food is measured in nutrients.
true
false
- 20. Multiple Choice
A vegetarian eating plan includes mostly animal-based foods.
true
false
- 21. Multiple Choice
Nutrients that provide energy include carbohydrates, fats, and vitamins.
true
false
- 22. Multiple Choice
In MyPyramid, cheese and yogurt are placed in the proteins food group.
true
false
- 23. Multiple Choice
Foods labeled healthy cannot contain genetically modified ingredients.
true
false
- 24. Multiple Choice
Most cases of foodborne illness are caused by allergens in foods.
true
false
- 25. Multiple Choice
Weight cycling is a pattern of repeated weight gain and loss.
true
false
- 26. Multiple Choice
Taking diet pills is not a healthful way for most people to lose weight.
true
false
- 27. Multiple Choice
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that involves cycles of overeating and purging.
true
false
- 28. Multiple Choice
The more active you are, the more calories your body needs.
true
false
- 29. Multiple Choice
average.
underweight.
at risk of becoming overweight.
overweight.
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