Test your basic knowledge |

Nutrients Basics

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
  • If you are not ready to take this test, you can study here.
  • Match each statement with the correct term.
  • Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.

This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Major minerals that work together to maintain fluid balance - potassium - sodium - chloride






2. Build body tissue - regulate body processes - help other nutrients do their jobs - body cannot make energy without vitamins






3. Builds and renews bones and teeth - helps nerves and muscles work properly - (whole grain products - SPINACH - dry beans - peas - nuts and seeds)






4. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen to body - without it you get anemia (makes you feel tired and weak) - females need more iron because of reproduction






5. Liquid at room temp - plant sources - (vegetable oils - nuts - olives - avacadoes)






6. Supplies energy - promotes healthy skin and normal growth - carries fat soluble vitamins - cushions organs






7. Builds and renews bones and teeth - regulates heartbeat - muscles - and nerves - (milk - yogurt - cheese - SPINACH - canned fish w/ edible bones - dry beans - calcium fortified)






8. Needed in small amounts - Iron - zinc - copper - iodine - selenium






9. Vitamin B - synthesis of fat - glycogen - and amino acids






10. Promote good health - regulate body processes - are part of blood - teeth - and bones - major minerals - electrolytes - trace minerals






11. Takes water out of the body






12. Helps build and renew hemoglobin to carry oxygen to cells - (meat poultry fish and dairy - dry beans and peas - SPINACH - dried fruits - enriched grains)






13. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






14. Calories per gram in fat






15. ADEK - dissolve in fat - are stored in fat and liver - too much is toxic






16. Helps in energy production - builds and renews bones and teeth - (milk - yogurt - cheese - meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - whole grain bread and cereals)






17. Vitamin B - metabolism of fats - carbs - and proteins






18. Needed in small amounts - Iron - zinc - copper - iodine - selenium






19. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






20. Vitamin B - amino acid metablosim - new cell synthesis - prevents birth defects






21. Supplies energy - promotes healthy skin and normal growth - carries fat soluble vitamins - cushions organs






22. ADEK - dissolve in fat - are stored in fat and liver - too much is toxic






23. Helps heal wounds and form blood - helps in growth and maintenance of body tissues - (meat - liver - poultry - fish - dairy products - dry beans - peas - whole grain bread - eggs)






24. Helps build strong bones and teeth - enhances calcium absorption - (fortified milk - egg yolk - salmon - mackerel - liver - produced from sunlight)






25. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






26. CB - dissolve in water - not stored in body so excess is excreted in urine - too much is bad because kidneys work too hard to remove them






27. Solid at room temp - animal sources - (butter - fats in meat - poultry and dairy)






28. Doesn't break down absorbs water and becomes bulky --> regular bowel movements (whole wheat grain products - vegetable / fruit skins)






29. Body is ___% water






30. Promotes growth - promotes health skin & hair - helps eyes adjust to darkness - helps body resist infection - (dairy products - SPINACH - carrots - pumpkin - winter squash cantaloupe peaches - ect.)






31. Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






32. Gives meals texture and flavor - slows down digestive system which makes you feel fuller longer






33. Build body tissue - regulate body processes - help other nutrients do their jobs - body cannot make energy without vitamins






34. About 20 - 9 essential (one's your body cannot make)






35. Helps heal wounds and form blood - helps in growth and maintenance of body tissues - (meat - liver - poultry - fish - dairy products - dry beans - peas - whole grain bread - eggs)






36. Builds and renews bones and teeth - regulates heartbeat - muscles - and nerves - (milk - yogurt - cheese - SPINACH - canned fish w/ edible bones - dry beans - calcium fortified)






37. Dont has all essential amino acids - (rice & beans - peanut butter & jelly sandwich)






38. Calories per gram in carbs






39. Helps prevent tooth decay by strengthening teeth (some added to water - toothpaste)






40. Not fat - high level increases risk for heart problems - body produces some and gets some from diet - found only in animal sources - (meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - dairy products) - high blood cholesterol is bad - to lower it eat low in saturat






41. Helps protect the body from cell damage - Vitamins A - C - E - B - (fruits - vegetables - whole grain breads and cereals - nuts)






42. Calories per gram in carbs






43. Helps blood clot - (SPINACH - wheat bran - wheat germ - some fruits - egg yolks - liver)






44. We lose ___ quarts of water every day - need to drink 2 quarts (8 cups) of fluid each day






45. About 20 - 9 essential (one's your body cannot make)






46. Vital nutrient 1. carries nutrients in body 2. eliminates waste 3. regulates body temp






47. Protects other nutrients from damage - helps form red blood cells & muscles - (vegetable oils - whole grain bread and cereal - SPINACH - dry beans and peas - nuts and seeds)






48. Needed in large amounts - calcium - phosphorus - magnesium






49. Biotin - folate - niacin - pantothenic acid - riboflavin - thaimin - Vitamin B-6 - Vitamin B-12 (encriches and whole grain breads and cereals - dairy products - eggs - fruits and vegetables - lean pork - meat - poultry and fish - dry beans - peas - n






50. Vitamin B - converstion of fats - carbs - and protein into energy