Question 1

The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

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A)   proteins.
B)   vitamins.
C)   carbohydrates.
D)   fats.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The Dietary Reference Intakes

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A)   are a food group plan.
B)   will eventually be replaced by RDA values.
C)   are designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases.
D)   are used as a basis for most food labels.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and also helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

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A)   Fyllium
B)   Trillium
C)   Millium
D)   PsylliumE) A) and B)
F) A) and C) D

Question 5

Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Foods containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually solid at room temperature.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Sulphites are used to

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A)   protect meats from toxins.
B)   fortify vitamins in juices.
C)   maintain the fresh taste of fruits.
D)   protect vegetables from browning.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 9

In order to determine the presence of trans fat in a given product, consumers should check the label for

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A)   cholesterol content.
B)   carbohydrate content.
C)   unsaturated fat levels.
D)   partially hydrogenated oils.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 11

When it comes to building strong bones, good advice would be to

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A)   eat a diet high in protein.
B)   engage in weight-bearing aerobic activities.
C)   consume calcium from supplements because it is absorbed better than calcium from foods.
D)   limit your sun exposure to less than 10 minutes per week.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is grams.

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A)   18
B)   28
C)   38
D)   more than 50E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

A nutrient claim of "good source of fibre" means which of the following?

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A)   10 grams or more
B)   20 grams or more
C)   2 grams or more
D)   4 grams or moreE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

The leading source of added sugar in the Canadian diet is

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A)   candy bars.
B)   cakes and cookies.
C)   pop.
D)   artificial sweeteners.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 15

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding free radicals?

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A)   Free radicals have been implicated in aging and many diseases.
B)   Free radical production is increased by environmental factors such as exhaust fumes.
C)   Free radicals are produced when the body uses oxygen or breaks down fats and proteins.
D)   Free radicals must reach a threshold number before they are helpful in maintaining overall health.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following, EXCEPT

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A)   coconut oil.
B)   walnut oil.
C)   canola oil.
D)   flaxseed oil.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Vegetarians who eat no meat, poultry, or fish, but do eat eggs and dairy products, are called

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A)   lacto-ovo-vegetarians.
B)   semivegetarians.
C)   vegans.
D)   lacto-vegans.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E are antioxidants.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Exam 5: Nutrition Basics

The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

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The Dietary Reference Intakes

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Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

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is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and also helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

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Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

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Foods containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually solid at room temperature.

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Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

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Sulphites are used to

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In order to determine the presence of trans fat in a given product, consumers should check the label for

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Recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

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When it comes to building strong bones, good advice would be to

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The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is grams.

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A nutrient claim of "good source of fibre" means which of the following?

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The leading source of added sugar in the Canadian diet is

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding free radicals?

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Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following, EXCEPT

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Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

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Vegetarians who eat no meat, poultry, or fish, but do eat eggs and dairy products, are called

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Beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E are antioxidants.

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The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

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