macronutrients

Question 1

What are the three main macronutrients?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Question 2

True or False: Macronutrients are needed in large amounts in the diet.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Carbohydrates are primarily used by the body for __________.

Answer 3

energy.

Question 4

Which macronutrient is the main building block of muscles?

Answer 4

Proteins.

Question 5

What is the primary function of fats in the body?

Answer 5

To store energy and protect organs.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a simple carbohydrate? A) Starch B) Glucose C) Fiber

Answer 6

B) Glucose.

Question 7

What are amino acids?

Answer 7

The building blocks of proteins.

Question 8

True or False: All fats are unhealthy.

Answer 8

False.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The recommended daily intake of carbohydrates is about __________ of total daily calories.

Answer 9

45-65%.

Question 10

What type of macronutrient contains 9 calories per gram?

Answer 10

Fats.

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which macronutrient is essential for hormone production? A) Carbohydrates B) Proteins C) Fats

Answer 11

C) Fats.

Question 12

What is the role of dietary fiber, a type of carbohydrate?

Answer 12

To aid digestion and regulate blood sugar levels.

Question 13

True or False: Proteins can be used as a source of energy when carbohydrates are not available.

Answer 13

True.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: Saturated fats are typically found in __________ products.

Answer 14

animal.

Question 15

What is the difference between complete and incomplete proteins?

Answer 15

Complete proteins contain all essential amino acids; incomplete proteins do not.

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which food is a good source of healthy fats? A) Olive oil B) White bread C) Candy

Answer 16

A) Olive oil.

Question 17

What is the primary source of energy for the brain?

Answer 17

Glucose.

Question 18

True or False: Carbohydrates are not necessary for a healthy diet.

Answer 18

False.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The body converts excess carbohydrates into __________ for storage.

Answer 19

fat.

Question 20

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the diet?

Answer 20

To provide energy.

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a source of protein? A) Chicken B) Rice C) Sugar

Answer 21

A) Chicken.

Question 22

What are trans fats?

Answer 22

Artificially created fats that are harmful to health.

Question 23

True or False: Whole grains are a source of complex carbohydrates.

Answer 23

True.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The process of breaking down food into nutrients is called __________.

Answer 24

digestion.

Question 25

What is a common effect of consuming too much sugar?

Answer 25

Weight gain and increased risk of diabetes.

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which macronutrient helps with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins? A) Carbohydrates B) Proteins C) Fats

Answer 26

C) Fats.