1. A balanced diet is one that:
(A) Includes only plant foods
(B) Contains only energy foods
(C) Excludes all fats
(D) Contains all essential nutrients in correct amounts
2. The main purpose of a balanced diet is to:
(A) Replace medical treatment
(B) Increase food intake only
(C) Prevent physical activity
(D) Maintain health and body functions
3. Which group of nutrients provides the body with energy?
(A) Water and fiber
(B) Vitamins and minerals
(C) Carbohydrates and fats
(D) Proteins and minerals
4. A balanced diet should contain:
(A) Only proteins
(B) Macronutrients and micronutrients
(C) Only vitamins
(D) Only carbohydrates
5. A student feeling tired due to poor food intake may benefit most from:
(A) Skipping breakfast
(B) A nutritious balanced diet
(C) Drinking more soft drinks
(D) Avoiding all fats
6. Which nutrient is mainly responsible for body building and repair?
(A) Carbohydrate
(B) Protein
(C) Vitamin
(D) Water
7. Which food group is the major source of carbohydrates?
(A) Cereals and grains
(B) Meat and eggs
(C) Milk products
(D) Fish and poultry
8. Protective foods mainly include:
(A) Sugar and sweets
(B) Oils and fats
(C) Fruits and vegetables
(D) Refined foods
9. The body requires vitamins and minerals in:
(A) Small quantities
(B) Very large quantities
(C) Unlimited amounts
(D) No quantities
10. A balanced meal should include:
(A) Excess calories
(B) Only one type of food
(C) Foods from different groups
(D) Processed foods only
11. Which nutrient helps regulate body temperature?
(A) Iron
(B) Protein
(C) Fat
(D) Water
12. Dietary fiber is important because it:
(A) Increases fat storage
(B) Supports normal digestion
(C) Reduces hydration
(D) Stops metabolism
13. Which food is a good source of protein?
(A) Oil
(B) Sugar
(C) Eggs
(D) Salt
14. Fats in a balanced diet are needed for:
(A) Energy and vitamin absorption
(B) Preventing all diseases
(C) Replacing proteins
(D) Building bones only
15. A balanced diet for children is important for:
(A) Increasing infections
(B) Reducing learning ability
(C) Preventing activity
(D) Growth and development
16. Which vitamin helps maintain normal vision?
(A) Vitamin K
(B) Vitamin C
(C) Vitamin D
(D) Vitamin A
17. Calcium-rich foods help maintain:
(A) Body temperature
(B) Blood sugar only
(C) Bones and teeth
(D) Digestion only
18. Iron is essential for the formation of:
(A) Bone tissue
(B) Insulin
(C) Enzymes only
(D) Hemoglobin
19. Which meal pattern supports a balanced diet?
(A) Avoiding vegetables
(B) Skipping meals often
(C) Eating only snacks
(D) Regular meals with variety
20. A diet lacking essential nutrients may cause:
(A) Better immunity
(B) Malnutrition
(C) Improved growth
(D) Increased energy
21. Which food group provides body-building nutrients?
(A) Fruits only
(B) Meat, eggs, and legumes
(C) Sugar products
(D) Cooking oils only
22. The amount of food needed by a person depends on:
(A) Cooking method only
(B) Favorite food only
(C) Food color
(D) Age, activity, and health status
23. Which practice improves dietary quality?
(A) Replacing meals with drinks
(B) Avoiding all vegetables
(C) Consuming excess sugar
(D) Eating a variety of foods
24. A deficiency of vitamin D can result in:
(A) Night blindness
(B) Weak bones
(C) Scurvy
(D) Anemia
25. A balanced diet helps the body to:
(A) Function properly
(B) Lose all body fat
(C) Avoid all diseases completely
(D) Stop aging
26. Which nutrient is required for maintaining fluid balance?
(A) Fiber
(B) Protein
(C) Water
(D) Vitamin C
27. The best source of complex carbohydrates is:
(A) Candy
(B) Soft drinks
(C) Whole grains
(D) Sugar
28. A healthy diet should limit excessive intake of:
(A) Water
(B) Fruits and vegetables
(C) Salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats
(D) Fiber
29. Which nutrient supports immune function?
(A) Only carbohydrates
(B) Vitamins and minerals
(C) Only fats
(D) Only water
30. The food pyramid is used to show:
(A) Medication schedules
(B) Disease treatment methods
(C) Exercise techniques
(D) Recommended food groups and proportions
31. A person with increased physical activity generally requires:
(A) Fewer nutrients
(B) Less water intake
(C) No protein
(D) More energy intake
32. Which food choice represents a balanced meal?
(A) Rice, vegetables, and chicken
(B) Only fried snacks
(C) Only sweets
(D) Only soft drinks
33. A balanced diet helps prevent:
(A) Normal growth
(B) Nutritional disorders
(C) Healthy development
(D) Proper metabolism
34. Which nutrient helps in tissue repair after injury?
(A) Water only
(B) Sugar
(C) Protein
(D) Sodium
35. A healthy breakfast should provide:
(A) Energy and essential nutrients
(B) Only sugar
(C) No calories
(D) Only fats
36. Which factor affects a person's nutritional requirements?
(A) Hair style
(B) Eye color
(C) Age and physical activity
(D) Favorite sport only
37. Excessive calorie intake may lead to:
(A) Improved immunity only
(B) Obesity
(C) Vitamin production
(D) Better digestion
38. Which food group provides vitamins and antioxidants?
(A) Fruits and vegetables
(B) Oils only
(C) Sugar products
(D) Salt products
39. A balanced diet is important during pregnancy for:
(A) Avoiding all proteins
(B) Reducing nutrient needs
(C) Maternal and fetal health
(D) Limiting growth
40. The nurse promotes a balanced diet through:
(A) Medication prescription only
(B) Disease diagnosis only
(C) Nutrition education
(D) Laboratory testing
41. Which nutrient is stored as a major energy reserve?
(A) Vitamin C
(B) Fat
(C) Calcium
(D) Water
42. Eating different types of foods helps provide:
(A) A range of nutrients
(B) Only calories
(C) Only protein
(D) Only minerals
43. Which group is at higher risk of nutritional problems?
(A) Athletes only
(B) Healthy adults only
(C) Infants and elderly people
(D) Office workers only
44. Good nutrition contributes to:
(A) Poor growth
(B) Increased disease risk
(C) Better immunity and health
(D) Reduced energy
45. Which habit supports a balanced diet?
(A) Eating meals on time
(B) Skipping meals
(C) Eating excessive junk food
(D) Avoiding water
46. Nutritional assessment helps identify:
(A) Blood group only
(B) Dietary problems
(C) Personal interests
(D) Family size
47. A balanced diet should be adjusted according to:
(A) Individual needs
(B) Food advertisements
(C) Social trends only
(D) Random choices
48. Community nutrition education focuses on:
(A) Promoting unhealthy diets
(B) Increasing food waste
(C) Improving eating practices
(D) Reducing awareness
49. The foundation of good health is:
(A) Adequate and balanced nutrition
(B) Excess food intake
(C) Avoiding physical activity
(D) Eating one food group
50. A balanced diet ultimately helps individuals to:
(A) Avoid all lifestyle changes
(B) Eliminate the need for healthcare
(C) Maintain health, growth, and normal body functions
(D) Depend only on supplements