HESI Nutrition Practice Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

HESI Nutrition Practice Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
Which mineral deficiency can cause muscle cramps?


✔✔A. Potassium


B. Iron

C. Calcium

D. Zinc




Which vitamin is crucial for preventing birth defects?

A. Vitamin A


✔✔B. Folic acid


C. Vitamin D

D. Vitamin B6




Which food provides healthy unsaturated fats?


✔✔A. Avocado


B. Butter

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,C. Bacon

D. Cream




Which nutrient helps in the clotting of blood?

A. Vitamin C


✔✔B. Vitamin K


C. Vitamin D

D. Vitamin B12




Which vitamin deficiency can cause rickets?


✔✔A. Vitamin D


B. Vitamin C

C. Vitamin K

D. Vitamin E




Which food contains the most dietary fiber?

A. Ice cream


✔✔B. Black beans


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,C. Chicken nuggets

D. Yogurt




Which nutrient deficiency can cause anemia?


✔✔A. Iron


B. Vitamin C

C. Calcium

D. Sodium




Which mineral is important for wound healing and immune function?


✔✔A. Zinc


B. Iron

C. Sodium

D. Potassium




Which food is the richest source of vitamin C?

A. Potato


✔✔B. Orange


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, C. Milk

D. Beef




Which vitamin deficiency is linked to poor bone density?

A. Vitamin K


✔✔B. Vitamin D


C. Vitamin B12

D. Vitamin C




Which macronutrient is the body’s backup source of energy?

A. Carbohydrates


✔✔B. Fat


C. Protein

D. Water




Which food should a vegetarian eat to get enough vitamin B12?


✔✔A. Fortified cereals


B. Apples


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