NAFC NUTRITION CERTIFICATION
EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026 COMPLETE
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Section 1: Macronutrients & Energy Balance
1. What are the three primary macronutrients?
A. Vitamins, Minerals, Water
B. Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats)
C. Glucose, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids
D. Fiber, Starch, Sugar
2. What is the average caloric value of one gram of
protein?
A. 4 calories
B. 7 calories
C. 9 calories
D. 0 calories
3. What is the average caloric value of one gram of
carbohydrate?
A. 4 calories
B. 7 calories
, C. 9 calories
D. 0 calories
4. What is the average caloric value of one gram of fat?
A. 4 calories
B. 7 calories
C. 9 calories
D. 0 calories
5. The primary function of dietary carbohydrates is to:
A. Build and repair muscle tissue.
B. Provide the body's main source of energy.
C. Cushion vital organs and insulate the body.
D. Regulate enzyme activity.
6. Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate?
A. Fructose
B. Sucrose
C. Lactose
D. Starch
7. Dietary fiber is primarily important for:
A. Rapid energy release.
B. Promoting digestive health and regularity.
C. Building cell membranes.
D. Storing energy for later use.
8. The building blocks of proteins are:
A. Monosaccharides
, B. Fatty Acids
C. Amino Acids
D. Nucleotides
9. A "complete protein" source contains:
A. All non-essential amino acids.
B. All nine essential amino acids in sufficient quantities.
C. A high amount of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs).
D. Only plant-based amino acids.
10. Which of the following is a primary function of
dietary fats?
A. To provide a quick source of glucose.
B. Hormone production, vitamin absorption, and energy
storage.
C. To be the primary fuel for high-intensity exercise.
D. To build and repair nerve cells.
11. Unsaturated fats are typically:
A. Solid at room temperature (e.g., butter).
B. Liquid at room temperature (e.g., olive oil) and considered
heart-healthy.
C. Found primarily in animal products.
D. Also known as trans fats.
12. What is "Energy Balance"?
A. The balance of macronutrients in a meal.
EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026 COMPLETE
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS || 100%
GUARANTEED PASS <RECENT
VERSION>
100 Questions & Detailed Answers
Section 1: Macronutrients & Energy Balance
1. What are the three primary macronutrients?
A. Vitamins, Minerals, Water
B. Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats)
C. Glucose, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids
D. Fiber, Starch, Sugar
2. What is the average caloric value of one gram of
protein?
A. 4 calories
B. 7 calories
C. 9 calories
D. 0 calories
3. What is the average caloric value of one gram of
carbohydrate?
A. 4 calories
B. 7 calories
, C. 9 calories
D. 0 calories
4. What is the average caloric value of one gram of fat?
A. 4 calories
B. 7 calories
C. 9 calories
D. 0 calories
5. The primary function of dietary carbohydrates is to:
A. Build and repair muscle tissue.
B. Provide the body's main source of energy.
C. Cushion vital organs and insulate the body.
D. Regulate enzyme activity.
6. Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate?
A. Fructose
B. Sucrose
C. Lactose
D. Starch
7. Dietary fiber is primarily important for:
A. Rapid energy release.
B. Promoting digestive health and regularity.
C. Building cell membranes.
D. Storing energy for later use.
8. The building blocks of proteins are:
A. Monosaccharides
, B. Fatty Acids
C. Amino Acids
D. Nucleotides
9. A "complete protein" source contains:
A. All non-essential amino acids.
B. All nine essential amino acids in sufficient quantities.
C. A high amount of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs).
D. Only plant-based amino acids.
10. Which of the following is a primary function of
dietary fats?
A. To provide a quick source of glucose.
B. Hormone production, vitamin absorption, and energy
storage.
C. To be the primary fuel for high-intensity exercise.
D. To build and repair nerve cells.
11. Unsaturated fats are typically:
A. Solid at room temperature (e.g., butter).
B. Liquid at room temperature (e.g., olive oil) and considered
heart-healthy.
C. Found primarily in animal products.
D. Also known as trans fats.
12. What is "Energy Balance"?
A. The balance of macronutrients in a meal.
