🍎 Part 1: Understanding Macronutrients

1. What are the three main macronutrients? Fill in the blanks:

The three macronutrients are _____________, _____________, and _____________.

2. Match each macronutrient with its primary function in the body:

1. Carbohydrates

2. Proteins

3. Fats

A. Growth and repair of body tissues

B. Main source of energy for the body

C. Energy storage and vitamin absorption

3. Circle the foods that are good sources of protein:

Chicken breast

White bread

Fish

Lentils

Butter

Eggs

🥕 Part 2: Micronutrients and Food Groups

4. What is the difference between macronutrients and micronutrients?

5. According to the New Zealand Eating and Activity Guidelines, how many main food groups are there?

3 food groups

4 food groups

5 food groups

6 food groups

6. Check all the vitamins and minerals that are important for our health:

Vitamin C

Iron

Calcium

Vitamin D

Folate

Zinc

🌟 Part 3: Nutrition and Hauora (Wellbeing)

7. Explain how good nutrition supports each aspect of hauora:

Physical wellbeing: ________________________________

Mental/Emotional wellbeing: ________________________________

Social wellbeing: ________________________________

8. True or False? Circle the correct answer:

a) Eating a variety of foods from all food groups helps ensure balanced nutrition. TRUE / FALSE

b) Carbohydrates should be completely avoided for good health. TRUE / FALSE

c) Micronutrients are needed in large amounts by the body. TRUE / FALSE

d) Good nutrition can affect your mood and energy levels. TRUE / FALSE

🍽️ Part 4: Personal Reflection and Application

9. Create a mind map showing the connection between nutrients, food groups, and wellbeing. Use the space below:

10. Think about your own eating habits. Write one goal you could set to improve your nutrition and support your wellbeing:

11. List three New Zealand foods that you enjoy eating and identify which food group each belongs to:

Food 1: _________________ Food Group: _________________

Food 2: _________________ Food Group: _________________

Food 3: _________________ Food Group: _________________

12. Why is it important to eat a balanced diet rather than focusing on just one type of nutrient?

Nutrition Basics Worksheet

Nutrition Basics Worksheet

🍎 Part 1: Understanding Macronutrients

🥕 Part 2: Micronutrients and Food Groups

🌟 Part 3: Nutrition and Hauora (Wellbeing)

🍽️ Part 4: Personal Reflection and Application

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