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Grain Nutritional Value and Health Benefits

Description: Grain Nutritional Value and Health Benefits Quiz
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Which grain is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Oats

  4. Corn


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Oats are a whole grain that is high in protein, fiber, and iron. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc.

Which grain is a good source of fiber and B vitamins?

  1. Brown rice

  2. White rice

  3. Quinoa

  4. Barley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brown rice is a whole grain that is high in fiber and B vitamins. It is also a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese.

Which grain is a good source of antioxidants and phytonutrients?

  1. Whole wheat

  2. White bread

  3. Rye bread

  4. Pumpernickel bread


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Whole wheat is a whole grain that is high in antioxidants and phytonutrients. It is also a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins and minerals.

Which grain is a good source of gluten-free carbohydrates?

  1. Corn

  2. Wheat

  3. Rice

  4. Oats


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Corn is a gluten-free grain that is high in carbohydrates. It is also a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins and minerals.

Which grain is a good source of resistant starch?

  1. White rice

  2. Brown rice

  3. Quinoa

  4. Barley


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Barley is a whole grain that is high in resistant starch. Resistant starch is a type of fiber that is not digested in the small intestine. It can help to improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Which grain is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

  1. Flaxseed

  2. Chia seeds

  3. Hemp seeds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Flaxseed, chia seeds, and hemp seeds are all good sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that are important for heart health, brain health, and immune function.

Which grain is a good source of prebiotics?

  1. Oats

  2. Wheat

  3. Barley

  4. Rye


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Oats are a good source of prebiotics, which are non-digestible fibers that feed the good bacteria in the gut. Prebiotics can help to improve digestive health, boost the immune system, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Which grain is a good source of lignans?

  1. Flaxseed

  2. Chia seeds

  3. Hemp seeds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Flaxseed, chia seeds, and hemp seeds are all good sources of lignans. Lignans are plant compounds that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They may help to reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases.

Which grain is a good source of saponins?

  1. Quinoa

  2. Amaranth

  3. Buckwheat

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Quinoa, amaranth, and buckwheat are all good sources of saponins. Saponins are plant compounds that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They may help to reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases.

Which grain is a good source of beta-glucans?

  1. Oats

  2. Barley

  3. Rye

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oats, barley, and rye are all good sources of beta-glucans. Beta-glucans are soluble fibers that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They may help to reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases.

Which grain is a good source of resistant starch?

  1. White rice

  2. Brown rice

  3. Quinoa

  4. Barley


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Barley is a whole grain that is high in resistant starch. Resistant starch is a type of fiber that is not digested in the small intestine. It can help to improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Which grain is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Oats

  4. Corn


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Oats are a whole grain that is high in protein, fiber, and iron. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc.

Which grain is a good source of fiber and B vitamins?

  1. Brown rice

  2. White rice

  3. Quinoa

  4. Barley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brown rice is a whole grain that is high in fiber and B vitamins. It is also a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese.

Which grain is a good source of antioxidants and phytonutrients?

  1. Whole wheat

  2. White bread

  3. Rye bread

  4. Pumpernickel bread


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Whole wheat is a whole grain that is high in antioxidants and phytonutrients. It is also a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins and minerals.

Which grain is a good source of gluten-free carbohydrates?

  1. Corn

  2. Wheat

  3. Rice

  4. Oats


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Corn is a gluten-free grain that is high in carbohydrates. It is also a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins and minerals.

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