Question

1. the most prevalent nutrient in most food groups is:

○ carbohydrates
○ protein
○ vitamins
○ fats
○ water

1. phytochemicals are essential nutrients.

○ true
○ false

1. the food and drug administration defines \super foods\ as food components that contribute significant health benefits.

○ true
○ false

Explanation:

Question 11

Most food groups (like fruits, vegetables, grains, etc.) have water as the most prevalent nutrient. For example, many fruits and vegetables are mostly water, and even foods like grains have some water content. Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and fats are present but not as prevalent as water in most food groups.

Essential nutrients are those the body can't make enough of and must get from food (like vitamins, minerals, some amino acids, fatty acids). Phytochemicals (plant - based compounds) are not essential for life - sustaining functions like essential nutrients are, though they may have health benefits. So the statement is false.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not define “super foods” as there is no official definition for this term. The idea of “super foods” is more of a marketing term, so the statement is false.

Answer:

Water

Question 12