What is one of the main functions of potassium in the body?

Works together with sodium to maintain water balance in the body

Carries oxygen from lungs to all parts of the body

What is the main function of iron in the body?

Necessary for healthy red blood cells (Hemoglobin helps carry oxygen from lungs to all parts of the body)

What is one of the main functions of sodium in the body?

Maintaining heart function and water balance

Does water provide energy to your body?

No, but it is very important in all chemical reactions that produce energy.

Yes, it is the main source of energy for the body.

Yes, water is a type of carbohydrate.

Yes, water contains calories that provide energy.

The process of maintaining a steady state inside your body.

The process of breaking down food for energy.

The process of exchanging gases in the lungs.

The process of transmitting nerve impulses.

How does water help regulate body temperature?

By excreting perspiration to cool the body when it becomes overheated.

By increasing the heart rate to generate more heat.

By absorbing sunlight directly into the bloodstream.

By preventing the body from losing any heat at all.

What dissolved substances does water contain that regulate many processes in your cells?

Electrolytes (your nervous and muscular systems depend on electrolytes, such as sodium and potassium).Weakness, rapid breathing, and a weak heartbeat.

Carbohydrates (mainly provide energy).

Vitamins (mainly support metabolic processes).

A serious reduction in the body's water content, losing important electrolytes.

An increase in the body's water content.

A condition where the body gains extra nutrients.

A process of increasing blood sugar levels.

List two symptoms of dehydration.

Weakness, rapid breathing, and a weak heartbeat.

Increased appetite and slow breathing.

Excessive sweating and low blood pressure.

Improved concentration and strong pulse.

How much water should a 14-18 year old female drink per day?

8 ounces of water per cup, 8 cups per day.

4 ounces of water per cup, 4 cups per day.

16 ounces of water per cup, 2 cups per day.

12 ounces of water per cup, 3 cups per day.

Why should you stay away from anything with caffeine to get your water source?

Caffeine increases the amount of water your body excretes.

Caffeine makes water taste sweet.

Caffeine turns water into sugar.

Caffeine makes water evaporate faster.

How often should you drink water during exercise or activity?

You should get a drink every 15 minutes.

You should only drink water after you finish exercising.

You should drink water only if you feel thirsty.

You should avoid drinking water during exercise.

Are sports drinks necessary if exercise or activity is less than 60 minutes?

No, sports drinks are not necessary if exercise or activity is less than 60 minutes.

Yes, sports drinks are always necessary regardless of exercise duration.

Yes, sports drinks are only necessary for activities less than 30 minutes.

No, water should be avoided during short exercise sessions.

What does fat soluble mean?

Dissolve in fatty materials, can be stored by the body

Capable of dissolving in water and acids.

Only found in plant-based foods.

What does water soluble mean?

Dissolves in water Cannot be stored in the body, whatever is not used is excreted from the body

What are good sources of vitamin E?

vegetable oils, whole grains, seeds, nuts, and peanut butter

citrus fruit, strawberries, and broccoli

Vitamins that help protect healthy cells from the damage caused by normal aging process as well as from certain types of cancers.

Antioxidant vitamins (e.g., Vitamin C, Vitamin E, beta-carotene)

What 3 things are true about water?

About 65% of your body weight is water

Water is essential for all life processes

Water helps regulate body temperature

Your get energy directly from water

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two classes of vitamins?

Simple and Complex

Organic and Inorganic

Essential and Non-essential

Fat Soluble and Water Soluble

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fat Soluble vitamins dissolve in fatty materials and can be stored by the body. Which vitamins are fat soluble?

B, C, and D

A, D, E, and K

B, C, and K

C, E, and K

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

It is important to eat foods that you get water soluble vitamins from every day because:

they provide more energy than other nutrients.

they help the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

they are not stored in the body and need to be replenished regularly.

they can be stored in the body for long periods.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two most powerful types of antioxidants?

A and D

B and K

C and E

Z and Q

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which foods are good sources of vitamin C?

Strawberries

Potatoes

Citrus fruits

Tomatoes

Broccoli

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What 7 minerals do you need in significant amounts?

Iron, Zinc, Copper, Iodine, Selenium, Manganese, Fluoride

Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Iodine, Selenium, Magnesium

Calcium, Sodium, Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Chlorine, Sulfur

Sodium, Potassium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Phosphorus, Chlorine

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Calcium is important in blood clotting and the functioning of the nervous system. Which of the following are good sources of calcium?

Milk

Broccoli

Tofu

Citrus fruits

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Section 8-2 Study Guide: Vitamins and Minerals

What are the two classes of vitamins?

Fat Soluble vitamins dissolve in fatty materials and can be stored by the body. Which vitamins are fat soluble?

It is important to eat foods that you get water soluble vitamins from every day because:

What are the two most powerful types of antioxidants?

Which foods are good sources of vitamin C?

What 7 minerals do you need in significant amounts?

Calcium is important in blood clotting and the functioning of the nervous system. Which of the following are good sources of calcium?

Calcium is the essential ingredient in the formation and maintenance of what?

A lack of calcium can lead to what condition?

What is one of the main functions of potassium in the body?

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