Macro-Nutrients
True or false: Proteins are the main source of energy for the body
False! The main source of energy for the body are carbohydrates.
True or false: Micro Nutrients are crucial for building strong bones, developing the brain and nervous system, and supporting healthy immune function.
True! Micronutrients are vital for proper growth and development, especially in children and adolescents.
Myth or Fact: Skipping meals helps loose weight
Myth! Skipping meals slows your metabolism and forces your body to store fat in higher quantities. you essentially force your body to go into a state of crisis
True or false: consuming too much saturated fats can cause heart diesease
True! Saturated fats can cause cholesterol to clot inside your arteries causing heart diesease and loads of other blood related issues.
True or false: carbohydrates make you gain weight
False! though they can cause weight gain their main purpose is to provide energy for your body and not consuming them may result in low energy and no motivation.
Which of the following is a fat:
A. Wheat
B. Steak
C. Avacado
C. Avacado
A lack of iron, folate and vitamins B12 and A can lead to...
A. Diabetes
B. Anemia
C. Potts
B. Anemia
Anaemia is a condition in which there is a reduced number of red blood cells or haemoglobin concentration, causing fatigue, weakness, shortage of breath and dizziness.
A. Type one diebetes has a strong genetic factor
B. Vitamin C can prevent scurvey
C. Frozen produce is less nutritious
C. Frozen produce is less nutritious
Research has found that frozen, canned and dried fruits and vegetables can be just as nutritious as their fresh counterparts.
How many of these can be a consequence of transfats?
A. Heart disease
B. Stroke
C. Type 2 Diabetes
All of the above!
Which diet works by reducing carbs and increasing fats?
A. Paleo
B. Medditeranian
C. Keto
C. Keto!
The keto diet works by drastically reducing carbohydrate intake, forcing the body to switch from using glucose (from carbs) to burning fat for energy
What are the three main macronutrients essential for human energy?
a) Vitamins, minerals, and water
b) Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
c) Fiber, antioxidants, and enzymes
b) Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Iron is a mineral important for:
a) Bone strength
b) Oxygen transport in the blood
c) Nerve function
b) Oxygen transport in the blood
Myth or Fact: Protein can only build muscle if you eat it immediately after working out.
Myth — While timing helps, total daily protein intake is more important than exact timing.
Overconsumption of which macronutrient is most commonly linked to increased risk of heart disease?
a) Protein
b) Saturated fats
c) Carbohydrates
b) Saturated fats
True or False: The Mediterranean diet is associated with a lower risk of heart disease and emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats like olive oil.
True!
Which macronutrient provides the most calories per gram?
a) Carbohydrates
b) Protein
c) Fat
c) Fat (9 calories per gram, compared to 4 for carbs and protein)
Which vitamin helps with calcium absorption and bone health?
a) Vitamin D
b) Vitamin E
c) Vitamin K
a) Vitamin D
Myth or Fact: Consuming too much protein can damage your kidneys if you’re healthy.
Myth — For healthy individuals, high protein intake does not harm the kidneys. Kidney damage is usually linked to pre-existing kidney disease.
Excessive intake of vitamin A (especially from supplements) can cause:
a) Hair loss and liver damage
b) Improved vision
c) Weight gain
a) Hair loss and liver damage
Which diet eliminates all animal products, including dairy and eggs?
a) Vegetarian
b) Vegan
c) Paleo
b) Vegan
Which macronutrient helps with hormone production and protects vital organs?
Fat
Which micronutrient is essential for healthy vision and immune function?
Vitamin A
Myth or Fact: Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) can accumulate to toxic levels if taken in excess.
Fact — Unlike water-soluble vitamins, fat-soluble ones can build up in the body and potentially cause toxicity.
What condition can result from chronic overconsumption of sodium (salt)?
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Which popular diet encourages eating foods presumed to have been available to humans during the Paleolithic era, such as lean meats, fish, fruits, and vegetables?
Paleo diet