Test Your Knowledge of Nutrients

Question 1

What is the unit of measurement on a food label that tells us how much energy is in food?

Accepted Answer

Kilojoules

Question 2

What is the main purpose of Vitamin A in the body?

Accepted Answer

For the growth of healthy skin and eyes

Question 3

What is the main function of iron in the body?

Accepted Answer

Forms haemoglobin to transport oxygen around the body

Question 4

What roles do fats have in the body?

Accepted Answer

To provide energy, To provide warmth, To protect cells and organs

Question 5

What is the main function of protein in the body?

Accepted Answer

To build and repair body tissue

Question 6

What is the main function of calcium in the body?

Accepted Answer

To build strong bones and teeth

Question 7

Which option is not a good source of fibre?

Accepted Answer

Eggs

Question 8

What are the main nutrients in foods needed by the body to be healthy?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins and water

Question 9

Everyone needs the same amount of energy

Accepted Answer

False

Question 10

Which is the most energy dense nutrient?

Accepted Answer

Fat

Question 11

Unsaturated fats are healthier than saturated fats

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

What happens to energy from food that is not used for energy by the body?

Accepted Answer

It is stored as fat in the body

Question 13

Why are carbohydrates important for a healthy body?

Accepted Answer

It is the main source of energy for the brain

Question 14

What roles does water have in the body?

Accepted Answer

Moistens and protects body parts, Assists bodily functions, To transport nutrients around the body, Maintains body temperature

Question 15

What is the main role of dietary fibre in the body?

Accepted Answer

It is important for digestive health and helps regulate bowel movements

Question 16

Which vitamin comes mainly from action of sunlight on our skin?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Question 17

Which options are good sources of healthy carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

Fruits such as apples and bananas, Nuts such as macadamias and almonds, Legumes such as beans and peas

Question 18

Which nutrients provide us with energy?

Accepted Answer

Protein, Carbohydrates, Fibre

Question 19

What is the main purpose of Vitamin C in the body?

Accepted Answer

Increase resistance to diseases

Question 20

Which options are not good sources of proteins?

Accepted Answer

Fruits such as apples and kiwi fruits

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