What is the primary function of carbohydrates in our diet?
Provide fuel for the body
Insulate against heat and cold
Source of glucose
Cushion internal organs and eyes
Which nutrient plays a vital part in the digestion, assimilation (metabolism) and oxidation ?
Fats
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Minerals
Which is a rich source of calcium, iron and B-carotene and vitamin C, riboflavin and folic acid?
Leafy vegetables
Cereals
Grains
Pulses
Essential amino acids must be consumed in the diet. Nonessential amino acids:
are stored in body fat until needed.
can be taken as supplements in a multiple vitamin.
can be synthesized in the body.
are seldom used.
Excessive fat accumulation that may impair health is referred as:
Dyslipidemia
Obesity
Sleep apnea
Hypertension
Why must all diets contain some protein?
They are very high in calories.
They are very expensive.
They can be used over and over as coenzymes.
They are vital component of body tissues,enzymes, and immune cells.
Which tissue in the body needs calcium?
Bones
Muscles
Epithelial
Cartilage
Which method is used to preserve food by slowing down the growth and reproduction of micro-organisms?
Freezing
Adding sugar
Adding preservatives
Refrigeration
What does it mean when a food is described as essential?
It forms the base of the food guide pyramid.
It is required as an amino acid.
It can be synthesized by the liver.
It must be eaten as part of our diet and cannot be synthesized.
Which of the following helps to carry oxygen to each cells in the body?
Protein
Carbohydrate
Iron
