Nutrition Basics Quiz

What is the complex collection of chemical reactions is called?

What is the body's main source of energy?

What is the name given to the recommended daily intake of a nutrient that meets the needs of 97% of each group in the population?

What is the name given to the recommended dietary allowances used in the Caribbean?

Which of the following are examples of macronutrients?

Water is a nutrient that is vital to life.

What is the name given to a starch polysaccharide (NSP), which is not strictly a nutrient, but is still of importance to the body?

Dietary reference values (DRVs) are specific targets for individuals.

Which of the following is a primary function of protein?

Different types of protein have different roles in the body.

What is the type of protein involved in building bones and teeth?

Protein in the muscles is responsible for contraction and relaxation.

Nutrition

Body cells are constantly damaged and repaired, requiring a continuous supply of nutrients for chemical reactions (metabolism)
Energy is needed for bodily functions, and intake of nutrients from food is key for healthy functioning
Two crucial dietary reference values (DRVs) are important: estimated average requirement (EAR) and reference nutrient intake (RNI)
The recommended daily intake (RNI) provides the amount of a nutrient needed by 97% of a population group.
The UK uses the Reference Nutrient Intakes (RNIs) while some Caribbean regions utilize Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs).
Five main nutrient groups exist: protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
Macronutrients (protein, fat, carbohydrates) are needed in large amounts, while micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) are needed in smaller amounts.
Water is essential for life and can be classified as a nutrient.
Dietary fiber (non-starch polysaccharide) is also important for the body though not a strictly defined nutrient.
Dietary needs vary depending on factors such as age, sex, and health status. Specific figures in DRVs are averages and not strict targets for individuals

Protein

Proteins form the building blocks of cells
Proteins, a key component of protoplasm, are crucial for cell growth, repair, and maintenance.
Proteins perform many varied functions in the body, including structural support and various bodily movements.
Some proteins involved in defending against germs
Protein helps build bones and teeth
Protein in muscles enables contraction.

Test your knowledge on the essential nutrients required for healthy bodily functions. This quiz covers dietary reference values, nutrient groups, and the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients. Understand how these components contribute to overall health and well-being.