Nutrition, Food and Nutrient ,MPPSC MCQ

 

1. What is nutrition?

  • A) The process of growing plants and Salt utilisation

  • B) The process of obtaining and utilizing substances necessary for growth and proper functioning

  • C) The study of rocks ,land and water

  • D) The process of maintaining machines

Answer: B) The process of obtaining and utilizing substances necessary for growth and proper functioning

2. How are nutrients classified based on their importance and quantity?

  • A) Micronutrients and macronutrients

  • B) Water and air

  • C) Vitamins and minerals

  • D) Proteins and fats

Answer: A) Micronutrients and macronutrients

3. Primary work of carbohydrates in the body?

  • A) Provide structural support

  • B) Serve as a concentrated energy source

  • C) Aid in nutrient absorption

  • D) Enhance enzyme function

Answer: B) Serve as a concentrated energy source

4. Where can complex carbohydrates be found?

  • A) Oils

  • B) Nuts and seeds

  • C) Fruits and vegetables

  • D) Fatty fish

Answer: C) Fruits and vegetables



5. What are water-soluble vitamins?

  • A) Vitamins found in water sources

  • B) Vitamins essential for physiological functions

  • C) Vitamins that dissolve in fat

  • D) Vitamins that dissolve in water

Answer: D) Vitamins that dissolve in water

6. Why are minerals important in nutrition?

  • A) They provide concentrated energy

  • B) They enhance flavor in food

  • C) They are crucial for bone health, fluid balance, and enzyme function

  • D) They aid in nutrient absorption and muscle growth

Answer: C) They are crucial for bone health, fluid balance, and enzyme function

7. Where does absorption of nutrients primarily occur?

  • A) Stomach

  • B) Large intestine

  • C) Small intestine

  • D) Liver

Answer: C) Small intestine

8. What is the term for an imbalance between nutrient intake and the body's requirements?

  • A) Balanced nutrition

  • B) Optimal nutrition

  • C) Malnutrition

  • D) Overnutrition

Answer: C) Malnutrition

9. What do dietary guidelines aim to achieve?

  • A) Promote unhealthy eating habits

  • B) Prevent nutrition-related diseases

  • C) Encourage excessive intake of saturated fats

  • D) Ignore the importance of balanced diets

Answer: B) Prevent nutrition-related diseases

10. How is nutritional assessment conducted?

  • A) Astrological readings

  • B) Anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, clinical examinations, and dietary surveys

  • C) Sports performance analysis

  • D) Social media polls

Answer: B) Anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, clinical examinations, and dietary surveys

11. What is the purpose of special diets?

  • A) Promote overnutrition

  • B) Cater to specific health conditions or lifestyle choices

  • C) Disregard dietary requirements

  • D) Encourage excessive intake of sugars

Answer: B) Cater to specific health conditions or lifestyle choices

12. Why is proper nutrition essential for overall health and well-being?

  • A) It enhances physical appearance only

  • B) It plays a crucial role in maintaining health and preventing disease

  • C) It solely focuses on weight loss

  • D) It has no impact on well-being

Answer: B) It plays a crucial role in maintaining health and preventing disease

13. What health issues can arise from inadequate nutrition?

  • A) Improved cardiovascular health

  • B) Enhanced immunity

  • C) Obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and nutrient deficiencies

  • D) Optimal mental health

Answer: C) Obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and nutrient deficiencies

14. What are some global nutritional challenges?

  • A) Excessive access to diverse and nutritious foods

  • B) Low prevalence of malnutrition

  • C) Food insecurity, inadequate access to diverse and nutritious foods, and malnutrition

  • D) Lack of nutritional awareness

Answer: C) Food insecurity, inadequate access to diverse and nutritious foods, and malnutrition

15. What is the primary aim of nutrition education programs?

  • A) Promoting unhealthy eating habits

  • B) Discouraging informed food choices

  • C) Preventing nutrition-related diseases

  • D) Ignoring the importance of diet

Answer: C) Preventing nutrition-related diseases

16. What does nutrigenomics explore?

  • A) The impact of exercise on genetics

  • B) The interaction between sleep patterns and genetics

  • C) How individual genetic variations influence responses to diet and impact health outcomes

  • D) The effect of weather on genetic expression

Answer: C) How individual genetic variations influence responses to diet and impact health outcomes

17. What does sustainable nutrition emphasize?

  • A) The importance of fast food in daily diets

  • B) The environmental impact of food choices

  • C) The promotion of high-calorie foods

  • D) Ignoring the ecological aspects of food production

Answer: B) The environmental impact of food choices

18. In conclusion, nutrition contributes to:

  • A) Improved sleep patterns only

  • B) Overall well-being and a healthier, more sustainable future

  • C) Higher stress levels

  • D) Decreased physical activity

Answer: B) Overall well-being and a healthier, more sustainable future

19. What nutrient is abundant in Salmon?

  • A) Carbohydrates

  • B) Omega-3 fatty acids

  • C) Fiber

  • D) Vitamin C

Answer: B) Omega-3 fatty acids

20. What does Spinach provide as a key nutrient?

  • A) Protein

  • B) Iron

  • C) Carbohydrates

  • D) Magnesium

Answer: B) Iron

21. Which nutrient is found in high amounts in Quinoa?

  • A) Vitamin D

  • B) Iron

  • C) Fiber

  • D) Vitamin K

Answer: C) Fiber

22. Which nutrient is abundant in Eggs?

  • A) Fiber

  • B) Vitamin C

  • C) Protein

  • D) Magnesium

Answer: C) Protein

23. What does Greek Yogurt provide as a key nutrient?

  • A) Fiber

  • B) Vitamin B12

  • C) Calcium

  • D) Vitamin D

Answer: C) Calcium

24. Blueberries are rich in:

  • A) Protein

  • B) Fiber

  • C) Vitamin C

  • D) Healthy Fats

Answer: C) Vitamin C

25. Almonds are a good source of:

  • A) Vitamin D

  • B) Protein

  • C) Fiber

  • D) Healthy Fats

Answer: B) Protein

26. Chicken Breast is high in:

  • A) Vitamin C

  • B) Protein

  • C) Vitamin E

  • D) Iron

Answer: B) Protein

27. What nutrient is abundant in Avocado?

  • A) Protein

  • B) Fiber

  • C) Healthy Fats

  • D) Vitamin D

Answer: C) Healthy Fats

28. Brown Rice is a source of:

  • A) Vitamin D

  • B) Fiber

  • C) Protein

  • D) Iron

Answer: B) Fiber

29. Milk is rich in:

  • A) Fiber

  • B) Vitamin C

  • C) Calcium

  • D) Healthy Fats

Answer: C) Calcium

30. Carrots provide:

  • A) Protein

  • B) Vitamin A

  • C) Dietary Fiber

  • D) Vitamin B12

Answer: B) Vitamin A

31. Olive Oil is a source of:

  • A) Saturated Fats

  • B) Monounsaturated Fats

  • C) Fiber

  • D) Vitamin C

Answer: B) Monounsaturated Fats

32. Bananas are rich in:

  • A) Protein

  • B) Dietary Fiber

  • C) Vitamin C

  • D) Calcium

Answer: B) Dietary Fiber

33. What does the Tomato provide?

  • A) Protein

  • B) Folate

  • C) Vitamin D

  • D) Healthy Fats

Answer: B) Folate

34. Lentils are a good source of:

  • A) Iron

  • B) Vitamin B12

  • C) Fiber

  • D) Healthy Fats

Answer: C) Fiber

35. Cottage Cheese is rich in:

  • A) Calcium

  • B) Vitamin E

  • C) Fiber

  • D) Protein

Answer: D) Protein