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Nutrient Questions
Directions: Using the information we gathered from the Bill Nye Nutrition
movie, complete the following questions:
1. What are nutrients? ________________________________________________
2. Name the 6 nutrient groups
A __________________ B ___________________ C _________________
D ___________________E ___________________ F _________________
3. What is the main role of carbohydrates in the body? ______________________
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4. What sources do carbohydrates mainly come from? ______________________
5. Which is healthier, simple carbs or complex carbs? ______________________
Why? ________________________________________________________
6. Name 3 foods that are simple carbs: ___________________________________
7. Name 3 foods that are complex carbs: _________________________________
8. Why is Fiber so important? List 3 reasons: _____________________________
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9. What types of food provide the best source of fiber? ______________________
10. What is the main purpose/role of protein in the body? ____________________
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11. Explain the difference between complete proteins and incomplete proteins.
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12. Name 2 complete protein foods: ____________________________________
13. Name 2 incomplete protein foods: ____________________________________
14. How does a vegetarian who eats only incomplete protein remain healthy? ____
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15. What is the main roles of fat in the body? ______________________________
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16. Explain the difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fat (give at least
3 differences)
Saturated Fats
Unsaturated Fat
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17. What is the main role of Vitamins in the body? _________________________
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18. What is the main role of Minerals in the body? _________________________
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19. Why is calcium so important to your body? ____________________________
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20. Why is Iron so important to your body? ______________________________
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21. What is the main role of water in your body? ___________________________
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22. Name 4 excellent sources of water other than water itself? ________________
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