Human Nutrition and Health MCQs 50 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/50 Subscribe 1. : Which nutrient is the main source of energy for the body? (A) Proteins (B) Carbohydrates (C) Fats (D) Vitamins Show All Answers 2. : Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting? (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin K (C) Vitamin D (D) Vitamin B₁₂ 3. : The deficiency of iodine causes: (A) Scurvy (B) Goiter (C) Night blindness (D) Rickets 4. : Which mineral helps in the formation of strong bones and teeth? (A) Iron (B) Calcium (C) Sodium (D) Zinc 5. : The energy value of food is measured in: (A) Kilograms (B) Calories (C) Joules only (D) Milliliters 6. : Which vitamin is also known as ascorbic acid? (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin C (C) Vitamin E (D) Vitamin B₂ 7. : Proteins are made up of: (A) Amino acids (B) Fatty acids (C) Sugars (D) Nucleic acids 8. : The main function of hemoglobin is to: (A) Digest fats (B) Transport oxygen (C) Store energy (D) Produce hormones 9. : Which of the following is a fat-soluble vitamin? (A) Vitamin C (B) Vitamin B₁ (C) Vitamin A (D) Vitamin B₆ 10. : Pellagra is caused by the deficiency of: (A) Niacin (B) Thiamine (C) Riboflavin (D) Biotin 11. : Which nutrient is needed in the largest amount by the human body? (A) Minerals (B) Proteins (C) Water (D) Vitamins 12. : Iron deficiency in humans leads to: (A) Anemia (B) Diabetes (C) Obesity (D) Hypertension 13. : Which of the following is a rich source of Vitamin D? (A) Milk and sunlight (B) Rice and beans (C) Apples (D) Spinach 14. : The main function of carbohydrates in the body is to: (A) Build muscles (B) Provide energy (C) Store minerals (D) Protect tissues 15. : Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of: (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin C (C) Vitamin D (D) Vitamin B₁₂ 16. : Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin? (A) Vitamin E (B) Vitamin B-complex (C) Vitamin K (D) Vitamin D 17. : Fats are important because they: (A) Act as enzymes (B) Provide concentrated energy (C) Carry oxygen (D) Build proteins 18. : Which mineral is essential for red blood cell formation? (A) Potassium (B) Iron (C) Sodium (D) Phosphorus 19. : Which vitamin prevents scurvy? (A) Vitamin A (B) Vitamin C (C) Vitamin D (D) Vitamin K 20. : The body stores excess carbohydrates as: (A) Fat (B) Glucose (C) Fiber (D) Protein 21. : Which nutrient helps in repairing body tissues? (A) Fats (B) Proteins (C) Carbohydrates (D) Vitamins 22. : Rickets is a disease caused by deficiency of: (A) Vitamin D (B) Vitamin C (C) Vitamin B₂ (D) Vitamin K 23. : The daily requirement of protein for an average adult is approximately: (A) 10 g (B) 60 g (C) 100 g (D) 120 g 24. : Which of the following nutrients helps in maintaining fluid balance? (A) Sodium (B) Calcium (C) Iron (D) Zinc 25. : The richest dietary source of carbohydrates is: (A) Meat (B) Cereals (C) Eggs (D) Fish 26. : Obesity results from: (A) Vitamin deficiency (B) Energy intake greater than energy expenditure (C) Lack of exercise only (D) Protein deficiency 27. : Which vitamin is synthesized by intestinal bacteria? (A) Vitamin C (B) Vitamin K (C) Vitamin B₁₂ (D) Vitamin D 28. : The main function of dietary fiber is to: (A) Provide calories (B) Aid in digestion and bowel movement (C) Build muscles (D) Supply minerals 29. : Which of the following foods is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids? (A) Fish oil (B) Butter (C) Rice bran (D) Chicken fat 30. : The basal metabolic rate (BMR) depends mainly on: (A) Age, sex, and body size (B) Food taste (C) Sun exposure (D) Stress only 31. : Which hormone regulates blood glucose levels? (A) Thyroxine (B) Insulin (C) Estrogen (D) Adrenaline 32. : Excess sodium intake can lead to: (A) Hypertension (B) Rickets (C) Anemia (D) Scurvy 33. : The deficiency of Vitamin B₁ causes: (A) Pellagra (B) Beriberi (C) Night blindness (D) Scurvy 34. : What is the main function of Vitamin D? (A) Maintain healthy skin (B) Aid calcium absorption (C) Increase hemoglobin (D) Prevent infection 35. : Which of the following foods is richest in protein? (A) Lentils (B) Apple (C) Potato (D) Cucumber 36. : A BMI above 30 indicates: (A) Underweight (B) Normal weight (C) Obesity (D) Malnutrition 37. : Which nutrient is the body’s last energy reserve? (A) Carbohydrates (B) Proteins (C) Fats (D) Minerals 38. : Which of the following vitamins helps in calcium absorption? (A) Vitamin D (B) Vitamin C (C) Vitamin K (D) Vitamin E 39. : Which mineral is necessary for thyroid hormone synthesis? (A) Zinc (B) Iodine (C) Iron (D) Calcium 40. : A diet deficient in Vitamin C leads to: (A) Scurvy (B) Rickets (C) Goiter (D) Pellagra 41. : Which vitamin acts as an antioxidant? (A) Vitamin B₁₂ (B) Vitamin E (C) Vitamin D (D) Vitamin K 42. : What is the main function of roughage in diet? (A) Provides minerals (B) Prevents constipation (C) Builds muscle (D) Increases appetite 43. : Protein-energy malnutrition in children is known as: (A) Rickets (B) Kwashiorkor (C) Goiter (D) Pellagra 44. : The best natural source of Vitamin C is: (A) Citrus fruits (B) Milk (C) Bread (D) Eggs 45. : The daily water intake requirement for adults is approximately: (A) 1 liter (B) 2–3 liters (C) 4–5 liters (D) 6 liters 46. : Which organ stores excess glucose as glycogen? (A) Kidneys (B) Liver (C) Lungs (D) Heart 47. : Which of the following is not a micronutrient? (A) Iron (B) Zinc (C) Protein (D) Vitamin C 48. : What is the caloric value of 1 gram of fat? (A) 4 kcal (B) 7 kcal (C) 9 kcal (D) 2 kcal 49. : Which nutrient deficiency leads to weak immunity? (A) Vitamin C (B) Vitamin D (C) Calcium (D) Sodium 50. : Balanced diet means: (A) Eating more protein only (B) Eating only vegetarian food (C) Eating all nutrients in correct proportion (D) Avoiding fats completely