Nutrition Essentials Quiz

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What are macronutrients?

Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

What is the main source of energy for the body?

Carbohydrates

What are micronutrients?

Vitamins and minerals

Where are carbohydrates mainly found?

<p>Plant foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do micronutrients provide for the body?

<p>Essential functions like digestion, hormone production, and brain function</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrients are needed to sustain life and health?

<p>Essential amino acids, carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which life stage has higher recommended intakes of macronutrients and most micronutrients relative to body size?

<p>Intrauterine development, infancy, and childhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the predominant nutritional problem in developed countries according to the text?

<p>Overnutrition, particularly regarding energy and macronutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

What dietary shifts can help prevent weight problems and chronic illnesses, according to the text?

<p>Emphasizing vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of plant-based diets compared to typical Western diets?

<p>Lower in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol with measurable health benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

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