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What's that you're eating?

Take this quiz and test your nutrition IQ.

By Lauren Vinent

11. Which is least likely to lower your risk of osteoporosis?
a. Calcium
b. Sodium
c. A multivitamin
d. Sunshine

12. Which is essential for your body to absorb calcium?
a. Vitamin D
b. Vitamin E
c. Vitamin C
d. Soy

13. What is the most effective strategy to lower blood pressure?
a. Lose weight
b. Restrict salt
c. Monitor glucose
d. Take a protein supplement

14. Which vegetable claim is true?
a. Organically grown produce is more nutritious than conventional
b. Raw fresh vegetables are more nutritious than frozen
c. Raw vegetables are more nutritious than cooked
d. All of the above

15. The requirement for calcium is highest for:
a. Pregnant women
b. Adults over 50
c. Children nine to 18
d. Infants

16. Which is not a low-fat cooking method?
a. Panfrying
b. Broiling
c. Braising
d. Barbecuing

17. Which sugar claim is true?
a. Sugar causes diabetes
b. Sugar makes you hyper
c. Sweet foods cause spikes in blood sugar
d. None of the above

18. Which cooking method results in the largest loss of nutrients?
a. Stir-frying
b. Steaming
c. Microwaving
d. Boiling

19. Enriched grain products are fortified with:
a. Fibre, folic acid and calcium
b. Iron, folic acid and other B vitamins
c. Zinc, sodium and magnesium
d. Vitamins C, D and K

20. Which fruit is the least likely to contain pesticides?
a. Strawberries
b. Apples
c. Peaches
d. Bananas

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