Nutrition Basics
Guidelines
Good vs. Bad Choices
Influences
Performance Connection
100

Which nutrient provides the body’s main source of energy?
A. Fats
B. Protein
C. Vitamins
D. Carbohydrates

D. Carbohydrates

100

Why should you eat fruits and vegetables daily?
A. For fat
B. For protein
C. For vitamins and minerals
D. For sugar

C. For vitamins and minerals

100

Which meal provides the most balanced nutrition?
A. Chicken, rice, vegetables, and water
B. Chips and soda
C. Candy and juice
D. Skipping meals

A. Chicken, rice, vegetables, and water

100

A student chooses foods based on taste. What type of influence is this?
A. Environmental
B. Social
C. Personal
 

C. Personal

100

Which nutrient provides quick energy for activity?
A. Vitamins
B. Fats
C. Carbohydrates
D. Protein

C. Carbohydrates

200

Which nutrient helps build and repair muscles?
A. Minerals
B. Protein
C. Carbohydrates
D. Water

B. Protein

200

Which type of carbohydrate provides steady energy?
A. Simple carbs
B. Processed carbs
C. Complex carbs
D. Sugary carbs

C. Complex carbs

200

A student eats candy before practice and feels tired halfway through. Why?
A. Not enough fat
B. Quick energy spike followed by a crash
C. Too much protein
D. Too many vitamins

B. Quick energy spike followed by a crash

200

A student eats what their friends eat. What type of influence is this?
A. Environmental
B. Social
C. Personal

B. Social

200

What happens if a student is dehydrated?
A. Better focus
B. Increased strength
C. Faster recovery
D. Fatigue and decreased performance

D. Fatigue and decreased performance

300

Which nutrients help regulate body processes but do not provide energy?
A. Vitamins & Minerals
B. Fats
C. Protein
D. Carbohydrates

A. Vitamins & Minerals

300

 Which guideline best describes healthy fat intake?
A. Avoid all fats completely
B. Eat only trans fats for energy
C. Focus on unsaturated fats like nuts and avocados
D. Only eat fats after exercise 

C. Focus on unsaturated fats like nuts and avocados

300

Which choice best improves both energy and focus during the school day?
A. Eating one large meal at night
B. Balanced meals with complex carbs and protein
C. Skipping breakfast
D. Energy drink only

B. Balanced meals with complex carbs and protein

300

A student says healthy food is too expensive. Which influence is most affecting them?
A. Personal
B. Environmental
C. Social

B. Environmental

300

Why are healthy fats important for overall human performance?

A. They provide immediate energy for short bursts of activity
B. They help with long-term energy, brain function, and hormone regulation
C. They replace the need for vitamins and minerals
D. They improve hydration levels

B. They help with long-term energy, brain function, and hormone regulation

400

A student wants better brain function and long-term energy. Which nutrient should they focus on?
A. Water
B. Fats
C. Carbohydrates
D. Protein

B. Fats

400

Why should sugary drinks be limited?
A. They improve endurance
B. They cause energy crashes and poor hydration
C. They provide vitamins
D. They build muscle

B. They cause energy crashes and poor hydration

400

A student wants more energy but only increases protein intake. What is the issue?
A. Too many vitamins
B. Not enough water only
C. Missing carbohydrates reduces available energy
D. Protein provides quick energy

C. Missing carbohydrates reduces available energy

400

A student skips breakfast because they wake up late. What is the best explanation?
A. Only social
B. Only environmental

C. Only personal
D. Combination of personal habits and environmental factors

D. Combination of personal habits and environmental factors

400

Which combination best supports energy and recovery?
A. Vitamins only
B. Protein only
C. Carbs only
D. Carbs and protein 

D. Carbs and protein

500

A student consumes only carbs and avoids other nutrients. What is the most likely issue?
A. Increased hydration
B. Balanced nutrition
C. Lack of essential body functions and recovery
D. Improved muscle growth

C. Lack of essential body functions and recovery

500

A student wants to improve their diet. What is the best guideline to follow?
A. Skip meals
B. Focus on one nutrient only
C. Eliminate all fats
D. Eat a balanced variety of nutrients consistently

D. Eat a balanced variety of nutrients consistently

500

A student has limited time and eats fast food daily but wants better performance. What is the best realistic change?
A. Skip meals to compensate
B. Only eat protein supplements
C. Add water and choose healthier options when possible
D. Eliminate all fast food immediately

C. Add water and choose healthier options when possible

500

A student is influenced by friends, cost, and convenience. What is the best strategy?
A. Only exercise more
B. Ignore all influences
C. Focus on controllable factors and make small changes
D. Change everything at once

C. Focus on controllable factors and make small changes

500

A student skips meals, drinks little water, and eats processed foods. What is the most effective improvement strategy?
A. Add balanced meals, hydrate, and reduce processed foods gradually
B. Only increase protein
C. Eat one large meal
D. Eliminate carbs

A. Add balanced meals, hydrate, and reduce processed foods gradually