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1
What is a nutrient?
A)A substance found in food that keeps your body in good working order.
B)Minerals found in water that help regulate body processes.
C)A substance found only in food with very little taste.
D)A vitamin or mineral that boosts your immune system.
2
What is an amino acid?
A)The body's building blocks.
B)Particles found only in your blood.
C)A small fiber.
D)A protein.
3
Can unsaturated fats can help lower the cholesterol level in your blood?
A)Yes.
B)No.
C)Science is unable to determine an answer.
D)Only some of the time.
4
What is another term for good cholesterol?
A)Low-density lipoprotein.
B)Mid-density lipoprotein.
C)High-density lipoprotein
D)Omega-3 fatty acids
5
Which of the following is not a fat-soluable vitamin?
A)Vitamin A
B)Vitamin C.
C)Vitamin D.
D)Vitamin E.
6
Which of the following is not a Water soluable vitamin?
A)B vitamins.
B)Vitamin C.
C)Folate.
D)Vitamin K
7
How do phytochemicals help your body function?
A)The aid in digestion.
B)They help regulate body temperature.
C)They help regulate weight.
D)The help boost your immune system.
8
Nutrient deficiency can lead to all but which of the following?
A)fatigue
B)Hair loss
C)nervousness
D)Stronger nails.
9
What does BMI stand for?
A)Basal Metabolic Intake.
B)Basic Medical Input
C)Body Mass Index
D)Body Matter Index.
10
What is the most concentrated source of energy that humans can eat?
A)Fat.
B)Water.
C)Grains.
D)Protein shakes.
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