Nutrition Basics and Nutrient Functions

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Which of the following foods provide energy for the body? (Select all that apply)

Avocado (correct)
Chicken
Beans (correct)
Rice (correct)

Protein is only needed for building muscle.

False (B)

What is the main fuel source used in cellular respiration?

Glucose

Fats are at room temperature, while oils are .

solid, liquid Signup and view all the answers

Match the following food items with their primary nutrient:

Rice = Carbohydrate Chicken = Protein Avocado = Fat Signup and view all the answers

Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are the only three types of nutrients.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

The three main types of nutrients that provide energy are , , and __.

carbohydrates, fats, proteins Signup and view all the answers

Where does the body store carbohydrates for short-term energy needs?

Liver and muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of fat storage in the body?

Provides insulation and long-term energy storage (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the nutrient type to its primary function:

Carbohydrates = Provides insulation and long-term energy storage Fats = Provides short-term energy and can be used for long-term storage Proteins = Builds and repairs tissues; can also be used for energy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following food sources is NOT a good source of Vitamin A?

Bananas (A) Signup and view all the answers

Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the disease caused by a lack of Vitamin C?

Scurvy Signup and view all the answers

Sailors in the past often got ______ due to lack of fresh fruits and vegetables while on long voyages.

scurvy Signup and view all the answers

Match the vitamin with its main function:

Vitamin A = Helps with vision, especially in dim light Vitamin C = Helps bones and teeth, facilitates calcium absorption Vitamin D = Helps skin heal quickly and keeps blood vessels and bones healthy None of the above = Helps the body fight infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of a person's body weight that is made up of water?

60% (C) Signup and view all the answers

Water is not considered a nutrient because it doesn't provide energy.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does water contribute to the functions of cells?

Water allows chemicals inside cells to dissolve, enabling them to react and carry out essential life processes. Signup and view all the answers

Water in the ______ helps transport substances throughout the body.

blood Signup and view all the answers

Match the following functions with their corresponding role of water in the body:

Dissolves chemicals in cells = Enables chemical reactions within cells Allows blood to flow easily = Facilitates transportation of substances throughout the body Makes up a significant portion of body weight = Essential for maintaining overall body composition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following vitamins is NOT mentioned in Activity 7.1.2: Vitamins Poster?

Vitamin B (B) Signup and view all the answers

Calcium is found in foods made from milk, seeds, and nuts like almonds.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of iron in the body?

Iron is needed to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen throughout the body. Signup and view all the answers

A lack of iron can lead to ______, which causes tiredness.

anemia Signup and view all the answers

Match the following minerals with their primary sources:

Calcium = Milk, seeds, nuts Iron = Meat, green vegetables, fish, shellfish, nuts, seeds Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds like starch and sugar that provide energy.

Cellular respiration

Process that converts glucose into energy for cells.