Healthy Eating And Food Choice

Question 1

What are the main categories of nutrients?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, and water

These nutrients have specific functions in the body and are essential to health.

Question 2

What role do nutrients play in the body?

Answer 2

Used for energy, to make body tissue, and to repair tissues

Nutrients are essential for maintaining health and proper bodily functions.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Substances from food that are used for energy, to make body tissue, and repair are called _______.

Answer 3

nutrients

Question 4

True or False: Water is not considered a nutrient.

Answer 4

False

Water is one of the essential nutrients necessary for health.

Question 5

What are the specific functions of nutrients in the body?

Answer 5

• Provide energy
• Build body tissue
• Repair body tissues