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Basic Nutrition and Food Science Facts

Nutrition & Food Science

Test your knowledge of fundamental nutrition and food science concepts that are essential for everyday understanding.

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15 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Apr 3, 2026

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1 Which of the following is a primary source of energy for the human body?

A Vitamins
B Minerals
C Carbohydrates
D Water

2 What is the main function of protein in the body?

A Providing immediate energy
B Building and repairing tissues
C Absorbing vitamins
D Regulating body temperature

3 Which vitamin is primarily synthesized in the skin when exposed to sunlight?

A Vitamin C
B Vitamin K
C Vitamin D
D Vitamin A

4 Fibre is an important component of a healthy diet. What is its main role?

A Providing flavour
B Aiding digestion and preventing constipation
C Sweetening food
D Adding colour to food

5 Which of the following is an essential mineral for strong bones and teeth?

A Iron
B Potassium
C Calcium
D Sodium

6 Water is crucial for life. Which of these is a key function of water in the body?

A Producing hormones
B Transporting nutrients and removing waste
C Building muscles
D Storing energy

7 What are fats primarily used for in the body?

A Quick energy bursts
B Building red blood cells
C Storing energy, insulating the body, and absorbing certain vitamins
D Fighting infections

8 Which of these foods is a good source of Vitamin C?

A Bread
B Rice
C Oranges
D Chicken

9 Iron is important for carrying oxygen in the blood. A deficiency can lead to what condition?

A Scurvy
B Rickets
C Anemia
D Osteoporosis

10 What does the term 'whole grain' refer to in food?

A Refined grains that have been processed
B Grains that are not milled or processed
C Grains that contain all parts of the original kernel (bran, germ, endosperm)
D Grains that have added vitamins

11 Which nutrient group provides the most concentrated source of energy per gram?

A Carbohydrates
B Proteins
C Fats
D Vitamins

12 What is the process called where food is broken down into smaller molecules that the body can absorb?

A Photosynthesis
B Respiration
C Digestion
D Fermentation

13 Which of the following is a type of carbohydrate that the body cannot digest and is beneficial for gut health?

A Simple sugars
B Starch
C Glycogen
D Dietary fibre

14 Where does most nutrient absorption take place in the human digestive system?

A Stomach
B Large intestine
C Small intestine
D Esophagus

15 What is the main role of B vitamins in the body?

A Strengthening bones
B Producing energy from food
C Building muscle mass
D Improving eyesight

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