It would be a great help for people in today's world to know more about nutrition so that they can eat better and live a well-balanced lifestyle. Nevertheless, with the amount of data and the number of diets, it is somewhat hard to discern what to believe and what not.
This quiz is intended to refresh your knowledge on the fundamentals of nutrition—from essential nutrients and vitamins to healthy eating habits and dietary suggestions. Whether you are a nutrition newbie or a veteran health nut, this quiz will challenge what you know and perhaps enlighten you on a few surprises you didn't know before.
So, are you ready to test your knowledge of nutrition? Each question on this page will open up doors to more you know about what is in your food and how your body reacts. Also, you can gain ideas about healthy food choices for wellness. Let's start this basic nutrition quiz.
Basic Nutrition Knowledge Quiz (30 Questions)
1. Which of the following is the primary source of energy for the human body?
A). Protein
B). Vitamins
C). Carbohydrates
D). Minerals
A). Protein
B). Vitamins
C). Carbohydrates
D). Minerals
2. Which vitamin is crucial for healthy vision and immune function?
A). Vitamin D
B). Vitamin A
C). Vitamin C
D). Vitamin B12
A). Vitamin D
B). Vitamin A
C). Vitamin C
D). Vitamin B12
3. What mineral is essential for strong bones and teeth?
A). Iron
B). Calcium
C). Zinc
D). Magnesium
A). Iron
B). Calcium
C). Zinc
D). Magnesium
4. Which nutrient is often called the "building block" of the body?
A). Carbohydrates
B). Fats
C). Protein
D). Fiber
A). Carbohydrates
B). Fats
C). Protein
D). Fiber
5. How much of your daily caloric intake should ideally come from fats?
A). 10-15%
B). 20-35%
C). 40-50%
D). 50-60%
A). 10-15%
B). 20-35%
C). 40-50%
D). 50-60%
6. Which type of fat should be limited due to its link to heart disease?
A). Unsaturated fat
B). Trans fat
C). Polyunsaturated fat
D). Omega-3 fat
A). Unsaturated fat
B). Trans fat
C). Polyunsaturated fat
D). Omega-3 fat
7. What is a common source of dietary fiber?
A). Chicken
B). Rice
C). Leafy greens
D). Water
A). Chicken
B). Rice
C). Leafy greens
D). Water
8. Which vitamin is produced when the skin is exposed to sunlight?
A). Vitamin A
B). Vitamin D
C). Vitamin E
D). Vitamin K
A). Vitamin A
B). Vitamin D
C). Vitamin E
D). Vitamin K
9. What nutrient helps carry oxygen through the blood?
A). Calcium
B). Iron
C). Zinc
D). Magnesium
A). Calcium
B). Iron
C). Zinc
D). Magnesium
10. Which vitamin is known for its antioxidant properties?
A). Vitamin C
B). Vitamin B6
C). Vitamin D
D). Vitamin K
A). Vitamin C
B). Vitamin B6
C). Vitamin D
D). Vitamin K
11. Which macronutrient should make up the largest portion of a balanced diet?
A). Fats
B). Protein
C). Carbohydrates
D). Vitamins
A). Fats
B). Protein
C). Carbohydrates
D). Vitamins
12. Which of these foods is high in protein?
A). Apples
B). Chicken breast
C). Carrots
D). Potatoes
A). Apples
B). Chicken breast
C). Carrots
D). Potatoes
13. What is the primary function of fiber in the diet?
A). Build muscle
B). Aid digestion
C). Provide energy
D). Hydrate the body
A). Build muscle
B). Aid digestion
C). Provide energy
D). Hydrate the body
14. Which nutrient is often associated with improved brain health?
A). Protein
B). Fiber
C). Omega-3 fatty acids
D). Carbohydrates
A). Protein
B). Fiber
C). Omega-3 fatty acids
D). Carbohydrates
15. Which food group should you consume the least of according to dietary guidelines?
A). Grains
B). Vegetables
C). Fruits
D). Sugary snacks
A). Grains
B). Vegetables
C). Fruits
D). Sugary snacks
16. What is the recommended daily intake of water for adults?
A). 2-3 liters
B). 1 liter
C). 5 liters
D). 8-10 liters
A). 2-3 liters
B). 1 liter
C). 5 liters
D). 8-10 liters
17. Which nutrient helps in muscle repair and growth?
A). Fiber
B). Protein
C). Carbohydrates
D). Iron
A). Fiber
B). Protein
C). Carbohydrates
D). Iron
18. What is an essential function of Vitamin K?
A). Vision improvement
B). Blood clotting
C). Immune boost
D). Brain function
A). Vision improvement
B). Blood clotting
C). Immune boost
D). Brain function
19. Which type of carbohydrate is best for sustained energy?
A). Simple sugars
B). Complex carbs
C). Starch
D). None
A). Simple sugars
B). Complex carbs
C). Starch
D). None
20. Which mineral is important for thyroid function?
A). Iodine
B). Magnesium
C). Iron
D). Calcium
A). Iodine
B). Magnesium
C). Iron
D). Calcium
21. What is the primary benefit of dietary antioxidants?
A). Muscle growth
B). Bone strengthening
C). Skin improvement
D). Protection against cell damage
A). Muscle growth
B). Bone strengthening
C). Skin improvement
D). Protection against cell damage
22. What percentage of the human body is typically made up of water?
A). 20%
B). 50%
C). 60-70%
D). 80%
A). 20%
B). 50%
C). 60-70%
D). 80%
23. What is one common source of saturated fat?
A). Olive oil
B). Butter
C). Avocado
D). Nuts
A). Olive oil
B). Butter
C). Avocado
D). Nuts
24. Which nutrient is commonly found in dairy products?
A). Calcium
B). Fiber
C). Vitamin C
D). Iron
A). Calcium
B). Fiber
C). Vitamin C
D). Iron
25. Which vitamin aids in iron absorption?
A). Vitamin A
B). Vitamin C
C). Vitamin D
D). Vitamin E
A). Vitamin A
B). Vitamin C
C). Vitamin D
D). Vitamin E
26. What is the daily fiber intake recommendation for adults?
A). 5-10 grams
B). 10-15 grams
C). 25-30 grams
D). 35-40 grams
A). 5-10 grams
B). 10-15 grams
C). 25-30 grams
D). 35-40 grams
27. Which mineral is involved in over 300 enzyme reactions in the body?
A). Magnesium
B). Potassium
C). Sodium
D). Calcium
A). Magnesium
B). Potassium
C). Sodium
D). Calcium
28. Which food is a rich source of vitamin B12?
A). Citrus fruits
B). Leafy greens
C). Meat and dairy
D). Grains
A). Citrus fruits
B). Leafy greens
C). Meat and dairy
D). Grains
29. Which nutrient helps keep you full and aids in weight management?
A). Protein
B). Fiber
C). Carbohydrates
D). Fat
A). Protein
B). Fiber
C). Carbohydrates
D). Fat
30. What is a good dietary source of Omega-3 fatty acids?
A). Bananas
B). Salmon
C). Whole grains
D). Dark chocolate
A). Bananas
B). Salmon
C). Whole grains
D). Dark chocolate
