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Which of the following is NOT one of the six nutrients
fiber
protein
carbohydrates
water
This nutrient helps to build and repair your body's tissues and cells
fat
vitamins
protein
carbohydrates
Fiber is a type of what?
fat
protein
mineral
carbohydrate
True or False: It is important to have a good balance in the nutrients that you consume.
True
False
Which of the following are ways that nutrients help the body
help the body to grow
regulate body functions
provides energy
all of the above
Which of the following are known as macronutrients?
fats
carbs
proteins
all of the above
Carbs and proteins provide how many calories per gram?
4
9
7
5
Which of the macronutrients supply you with the most energy per gram?
fats
carbs
proteins
Fructose is a type of
sugar
fat
protein
vitamin
When the fat that you consume is not used for energy it is stored as what
adipose tissue
muscle
bone
Grains, pasta, nuts, and seeds are example of what nutrient?
minerals
fats
proteins
carbohydrates
Amino acids that the body does not produce and synthesize on its own and that you have to receive from food are known as
minerals
fatty acids
fiber
essential amino acids
How many essential amino acids are there?
3
22
9
12
Which of the following are known as complete proteins?
meat
dairy products
eggs
all of the above
Can vegetarians still get protein if they do not eat complete proteins?
Yes
No
Which of the following types of fats can actually decrease your risk of developing heart disease if consumed in moderation?
saturated fats
unsaturated fats
trans fats
Vitamins A, D, E and K are known as
water soluble vitamins
fat soluble vitamins
minerals
Consuming high levels of cholesterol can lead to the development of what disease?
osteoporosis
heart disease
obesity
cancer
True or False: No more than 35% of your total calories should come from fat
True
False
Which mineral is connected to osteoporosis?
calcium
iron
potassium
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