Just how nutrition savvy are you? Do you find it difficult to stick to a healthy diet? Well perhaps it is time you started swatting up on your dietary knowlege.

Answer these 20 questions and read on to find out if you know all there is to know about food or if you need to get down to the local library ASAP!

1. How often should you eat fish, according to experts?

a. Once per week

b. Twice per week

c. Every day

2. Which one of the following is not another name for sugar?

a. Sucrose

b. Glucose

c. Sodium

3. How much water should you aim to drink per day?

a. 2 litres

b. 4 litres

c. 4 glasses

4. What food contains more calories?

a. Avocado

b. Potato

c. Swede

5. What is the best source of omega 3 fatty acids?

a. Mackerel

c. Cod

c. Pork

6. Which type of fat is the worst?

a. Monounsaturated fatty acids

b. Polyunsaturated fatty acids

c. Trans fatty acids

7. What percentage of your daily intake should come from carbohydrates?

a. 30%

b. 50%

c. 70%

8. According to research the average salt intake is:

a. 9g

b. 6g

c. 12g

9. What food may not be safe for pregnant women to eat?

a. Whole milk

b. Salmon

c. Soft cheese

10. How many portions of fruit & vegetables should you consume each day?

a. 9 portions

b. 3 portions

c. 5 portions

11.Tomatoes are a good source of what?

a. Antioxidants

b. Amino acids

c. Leicithin

12. A deficiency in which vitamin has been linked to spina bifida in the developing foetus?

a. Vitamin A

b. Folate

c. Vitamin C

13. What food is the best source of protein?

a. Cream

b. Brown rice

c. Baked beans

14. Which is the best option for a high-energy snack in preparation for physical activity?

a. Can of coke

b. Banana

c. Chocolate cake

15. Which food group is our body?s best source of energy?

a. Breads and cereals

b. Fats and oils

c. Meat

16. How many servings of fruit and veg do 2 glasses of orange juice count as?

a. 1 serving

b. 2 servings

c. None

17. Which of the following foods contains cholesterol?

a. Olive oil

b. Eggs

c. Banana

18. Whole-grain foods like brown rice and whole wheat bread are better choices than white rice and white bread because whole-grains...

a. are a better source of vitamin C

b. cost less

c. contain more fibre

19. The main sources of protein are:

a. Meat and meat products

b. Cereal products

c. Dairy products

20. Which of the following is the odd one out?

a. Carrots

b. Lettuce

c. Beans

Count up your score.

Give yourself 1 point for each question that you answer correctly.

Answers:

1b, 2c, 3a, 4a, 5a, 6c, 7b, 8a, 9c, 10c, 11a, 12b, 13c, 14b, 15a, 16a, 17b, 18c, 19a, 20c

Your score!!!

16-20 Points

Give yourself a pat on the back or perhaps you would prefer an apple as congratulations? You are top of the class! Obviously you are very aware of exactly what is in your food and what it takes to maintain a healthy balanced diet. Well done! But do remember that knowing the ins and outs of nutrition must be be complimented by actually putting what you know into practice.

12-16 Points

You are not exactly ready for the mensa school of nutrition. Try being a little more aware of the foods you are eating, you have the basic knowledge but sometimes you are less vigilant than you should be in relation to your nutritional needs.

Less than 12 Points

Oh dear you are a little shaky went it comes to 'knowing your nutrition'. It really is important to understand basic healthy eating guidelines and what benefits or disadvantages different foods can offer you. Start reading nutritional labels of food, this will help to improve your knowledge about nutritional composition. Remember that a healthy diet will help you maintain good health!

** Have a nice day.

"4. What food contains more calories?

a. Avocado

b. Potato

c. Swede

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Thank goodness I gave up eating Swedes years ago. Unfortunately, Russians are even more fattening, and I can't seem to give them up.

what about lukchin plaa tawt?

Peterh61.that's great news...wellbeing..

PJack..Amm..it's delicious..hmm! yummy..