Culinary arts nutrition quiz Flashcards
What is the chief energy source for the body?
Carbohydrates
What are substances in food called that nourish the body?
Nutrients
These are not made by the body and therefore must be supplied by diet:
Essential nutrients
Name the 7 nutrients the body needs
Magnesium
Protein
Lipids
Vitamins
Minerals
Carbohydrates
Water
What are foods called that have high nutritional value compared with the amount of calories they supply?
Nutrient dense food (quinoa, spinach)
What is the unit used to measure the amount of energy contained in food?
Calories
What kind of protein is missing one or more of the 9 indispensable amino acids?
An incomplete protein
What is a white,pasty substance found in the bloodstream that is essential for many body functions?
Cholesterol
What is the scientific term for fat?
Lipid
This is a food guidance system that helps people select the right foods n the right amounts to meet their individual needs
My plate
Name the four primary food groups
Protein,diary, grains, fruits and vegetables
What does the governmental food guidance system suggest that we do for each of the four food groups
Make grains whole
Double fruit and vegetables
Low or non-fat diary
Protein from varied sources
Is Omega 3 or 6 better for you?
Omega 3
Which nutrient accounts for 50 to 60 percent of the weight of the human body?
Water
Which nutrient is part of the skin,blood vessels, inner organs, hair, and fingernails
Protein
Fiber, which helps protect against some cancers, is part of which nutrient group?
Carbohydrates
What is the “M” word in nutrition
Moderation
Why should fruit choices be whole or cut-up fruit rather than juice?
There is more sugar in juices and a higher level of fiber in fruit
Which fatty acids are liquid at room temperature?
Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats
Which fatty acids are solid at room temperature?
Saturated fats
