P.E. B Test 1- Food and Health 1

Which of the following is NOT a function of the recommended dietary allowance (RDA)?
A. to prevent nutrient deficiencies
B. to reduce the risk of disease
C. to meet nutritional needs
D. to prevent nutrient overdoses

D. to prevent nutrient overdoses

The body can get water from milk, juices, fruits, and vegetables.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

True
False

True

What percent of one’s daily caloric intake should come from carbohydrates?

A. 10 – 35%
B. 20 – 35%
C. 45 – 65%
D. 70 – 75%

C. 45 – 65%

Fat in the body helps to protect vital organs.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

T
F

True

Grains, seeds, nuts and root vegetables are examples of _________ carbohydrates and they take a __________ amount of time to break down, allowing one to feel full longer.
A. simple…longer
B. complex…shorter
C. simple…shorter
D. complex…longer

D. complex…longer

Which macronutrient is vital for every function of the body?
A. water
B. fats
C. proteins
D. carbohydrates

A. Water

A person’s metabolism remains constant throughout life.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

True
False

False

Where are the macronutrients located on a nutritional label?
A. on the left
B. on the top
C. on the bottom
D. on the right

B. On the top

A deficiency in zinc might result in stunted growth.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

True
False

True

What can be the cause of weakened muscle and kidney functioning?
A. too little potassium
B. too much potassium
C. too little calcium
D. too much calcium

D. Too much calcium

Minerals are inorganic substances that the body cannot produce on its own.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

True
False

True

Carbohydrates are nutrients that supply the main energy source for the body, in the form of sugars.

True
False

True

__________ contain all nine essential amino acids.
A. Simple carbohydrates
B. Incomplete proteins
C. Complete proteins
D. Complex carbohydrates

C. Complete proteins

Barbara creates a table of the six essential nutrients.

Macronutrients
Micronutrients
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Vitamins
Water
Minerals

Where did Barbara make an error in placement of a nutrient?
A. fats
B. vitamins
C. water
D. carbohydrates

A. Fats

A calorie is another term for carbohydrate.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

True
False

False