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How many calories per gram are in carbohydrates?
1
4
7
9
How many calories per gram are in proteins?
1
4
7
9
How many calories per gram are in fat?
1
4
7
9
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Vitamins
Which of the following is classified as a macronutrient?
Proteins
Vitamins
Minerals
Fiber
One kilocalorie (kcal) equals _______ calories.
1
10
100
1000
Simple carbs (table sugar and candy) provide the body with ______.
Energy only
Nutrients only
Energy and Nutrients
None are correct
Grains, fruits, and vegetables are examples of ______ carbs.
Simple
Complex
Incomplete
Nonessentials
________ is the stored version of glucose in the liver, muscles, and fat cells.
Glycogen
Glucagon
Triglycerides
Lipids
______ is released by the pancreas to raise the blood glucose levels within the body.
Glucagon
Insulin
Both Insulin and Glucagon
None are correct
______ stimulates the body cells to take up and store excess glucose.
Insulin
Glucagon
Both insulin and glucagon
None are correct
What percentage of your daily caloric intake should be carbohydrates?
45 - 50%
20 - 25%
10 - 15%
75 - 80%
What is another word for lipids?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Minerals
Which of the following is correct regarding the daily recommendations for total fats?
25 - 30%
45 - 50%
75 - 80%
95 - 100%
Amino acids are building blocks for _______.
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
Which of the following proteins contain all 20 amino acids?
Complete
Incomplete
Both are correct
Which of the following vitamins are water-soluble?
A
B
D
K
Which of the following vitamins are not stored in abundance (need to be replenished regularly)?
Fat-soluble
Water-soluble
Both are correct
Phosphorus (P), calcium (Ca), potassium (K) are examples of _______.
Vitamins
Minerals
Fiber
Carbohydrates
What is the most important nutrient?
Carbohydrates
Water
Proteins
Fats
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