Understanding Nutritional Principles for a Healthy Diet
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A medium difficulty Food and Nutrition worksheet on nutrition_principles for grade 7 students. Includes questions on Nutrition Analysis and Food Choices, Dietary Guidelines and Nutritional Requirements.
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Understanding Nutritional Principles for a Healthy Diet
Subject: Food and nutritionGrade: 7
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Understanding Nutritional Principles for a Healthy Diet
Food and Nutrition | Grade 7
Instructions: Answer all questions carefully. Read each question thoroughly and choose or write the best answer. Make sure to review nutrition concepts related to food groups, macronutrients, micronutrients, and dietary guidelines.
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Nutrition Analysis and Food Choices
1.
When analyzing a recipe, which nutrient is primarily responsible for providing quick energy to the body?
[2 marks]2.
Which food group is the main source of dietary fiber and vitamins?
[1 mark]ADairy
BFruits and Vegetables
CMeat and Proteins
DGrains
3.
Fill in the blank: Vitamin D helps the body absorb _____.
[1 mark]4.
True or False: Consuming too much saturated fat can increase the risk of heart disease.
[1 mark]5.
Match the nutrient with its primary function:
- Proteins
- Fats
- Vitamins
[3 marks]1. Proteins
2. Fats
3. Vitamins
ABuild and repair tissues
BSupport various body processes and immune health
CProvide long-term energy and support cell function
B
Dietary Guidelines and Nutritional Requirements
1.
Short Answer: Why is it important to have a balanced diet that includes all food groups?
[2 marks]2.
Multiple Choice: For teenagers, the recommended daily calorie intake is generally about ____ calories.
[1 mark]3.
Short Answer: Name one micronutrient that is crucial for preventing anemia.
[2 marks]4.
Recipe Analysis: A breakfast smoothie contains bananas, spinach, yogurt, and honey. Which micronutrient in this recipe is most likely to support your immune system?
[2 marks]5.
True or False: Energy balance occurs when calorie intake equals calorie expenditure.
[1 mark]Quick Actions
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