Dieting Misconceptions Quiz
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What is the main misconception regarding carbohydrates as discussed in the text?

  • Carbohydrates have no health benefits
  • Carbohydrates are essential for survival
  • Carbohydrates cause quick weight gain (correct)
  • Carbohydrates are only found in high-calorie foods like pasta and potatoes
  • Why do some companies promote the idea that carbohydrates are bad for the body?

  • To encourage consumers to buy their carb-free food products (correct)
  • To emphasize the importance of carbohydrates
  • To help consumers maintain a balanced diet
  • To provide accurate nutrition information to consumers
  • Which statement accurately describes carbohydrates according to the text?

  • Carbohydrates are not essential for the human body
  • Carbohydrates are only found in certain types of foods
  • Carbohydrates are solely responsible for weight gain
  • Carbohydrates are macro-nutrients necessary for survival (correct)
  • What is the key to maintaining a healthy body according to the text?

    <p>Balancing the intake of carbohydrates with other essential nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can carbohydrates be naturally found apart from potatoes and pasta?

    <p>In fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and whole grains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one benefit of carbohydrates mentioned in the text?

    <p>Providing fuel to muscles and brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of fiber in relation to carbohydrates?

    <p>Reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it mentioned in the text that the human body cannot survive on a diet composed entirely of carbohydrates?

    <p>Lack of proteins and fats needed for a healthy body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a person determine what foods are healthy for their own body?

    <p>By consulting a nutritionist or dietician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended consumption of bread, grains, and pastas from the food pyramid?

    <p>Six to eleven servings per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

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