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- 1. Multiple ChoiceDefine the term 'balanced diet'.A diet containing some nutrients in the correct proportions.A diet containing most nutrients in the correct proportions.A diet containing none nutrients in the correct proportions.A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a factor that determines how much energy we need.AgeGenderHealth statusLevel of activity
- 3. Multiple ChoiceTaller and bigger people need ______________ energy than shorter and smaller people.samemoreequalless
- 4. Multiple Choice
_________________ is necessary to building maintenance and repair of body tissue.
sugar
protein
salt
oil
- 5. Multiple Choice
The best protein choice would be?
onion rings
grains
chicken
hormones
- 6. Multiple Choice
The first principal of a healthy diet is?
focus on just one food
take in lots of lean meat
eat only green vegetables
eat a wide variety of foods
- 7. Multiple ChoiceJerry wants to build up his muscles, which food group intake he should increase ?CarbohydratesFatsProteinsvitamins
- 8. Multiple ChoiceIf you don't eat enough fibre you may becomedehydratedillfatconstipated
- 9. Multiple Choice
Fruit and vegetables are a good source of ?
Vitamins
Minerals
Both of the above
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which of the following foods is a good source of carbohydrates?
- 11. Multiple Choice
What group do these foods belong to?
Sugars and Fat
Dairy
Carbohydrates
Proteins
- 12. Multiple Choice
Eating too much sugary food causes,
Tooth decay
High on energy
Health probems like diabetes, heart problems and cancer.
All of the above
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which of these foods belong to food group of Dairy?
- 14. Multiple Choice
Sugars and fats must be a very small propotion of a balanced diet.
True
False
- 15. Multiple Choice
What does the body use carbohydrates for?
Carbohydrates enable the tranport of essential nutrients in the body.
Carbohydrates improve digestion.
Carbohydrates are used by the body for growth.
Carbohydrates provide the body with a source of energy.
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is true?
A balanced diet should not include anything sweet.
Pasta and vegetables are enough to provide a balanced diet.
A balanced diet must include carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals, vitamins, water and fibre.
A balanced diet should not include any fats.
- 17. Multiple ChoiceElements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, PotassiumProteinFatMineralsCarbohydrates
- 18. Multiple ChoiceThe process of converting the energy in food into energy the body can use.MetabolismDietDigestionCalories
- 19. Multiple ChoiceThe body uses this to carry nutrients and waste. It also helps joints move smoothly.FatWaterMineralsVitamin
- 20. Multiple ChoiceThe process of breaking down food into a form the body can use.DietMetabolismCaloriesDigestion
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