Question 1

Cholesterol can be synthesized by the body and is eaten in certain foods.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

One serving of the food shown on this label contains ________ Calories from protein.

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A)   20
B)   5
C)   45
D)   15
E)   120F) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 3

Energy needs are supplied by

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A)   carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
B)   micronutrients.
C)   antioxidants.
D)   fiber.
E)   essential amino acids.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 4

Fiber is important in the diet in

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A)   providing glucose for cells.
B)   stimulating movements of the large intestine.
C)   assisting in fat digestion in the small intestine.
D)   aiding absorption of fats in the small intestine.
E)   providing essential amino acids.F) A) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 5

Which of the following substances is NOT correctly matched with its caloric value?

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A)   carbohydrate - 4 kcal/gram
B)   fat - 4 kcal/gram
C)   water - 0 kcal/gram
D)   protein - 4 kcal/gram
E)   fiber - 0 kcal/gramF) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 6

Bleeding gums and easy bruising of skin is a symptom of a(n)

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A)   deficiency disorder involving vitamin D.
B)   eating disorder involving the intake of too few calories.
C)   deficiency disorder involving lipids.
D)   deficiency disorder involving vitamin C.
E)   deficiency disorder involving potassium.F) B) and C)
G) D) and E)

Question 7

Mark is 72 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. According to Mark's BMI, he is

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A)   at a healthy weight.
B)   overweight.
C)   moderately obese.
D)   morbidly obese.
E)   underweight.F) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 8

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are similar in that both involve

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A)   a starvation diet.
B)   a less than healthy body weight.
C)   binging and purging.
D)   a normal body weight.
E)   an abnormal focus on muscle development.F) C) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 9

Which of the following minerals is typically over-consumed by Americans?

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A)   sodium
B)   potassium
C)   iron
D)   cholesterol
E)   calciumF) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

Which of the following minerals is INCORRECTLY matched with its function in the body?

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A)   potassium - nerve conduction
B)   sulfur - part of some amino acids and vitamins
C)   iron - bone growth
D)   sodium - water balance
E)   copper - iron metabolismF) None of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 11

Carbohydrates are typically broken down to

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A)   maltose, the molecule stored for future energy needs.
B)   fructose, the molecule stored for future energy needs.
C)   glucose, the molecule used as the energy source in cells.
D)   glycogen, the molecule used as the energy source in cells.
E)   glucose, the molecule stored for future energy needs.F) A) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 12

Which of the following is an incorrect match?

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A)   trans fat - margarine
B)   saturated fat - beef
C)   unsaturated fat - olive oil
D)   saturated fat - cold water fish
E)   unsaturated fat - canola oilF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 13

The best definition of a nutrient is

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A)   any food taken into the body.
B)   a food component which performs a physiological function in the body.
C)   a food component which can be stored in the body for future energy needs.
D)   an essential vitamin or mineral.
E)   a food component which enhances one's health.F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 14

Healthy food choices which contain lipids include __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   white fish
B)   red meat
C)   whole milk
D)   cheese
E)   shrimp and lobsterF) B) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 15

Stephen has a family history of diabetes type II. He knows he should reduce the amount of sugars in his diet but is not sure how to go about it. What is some advice you might give him?

Accepted Answer

A)   Most breakfast cereals are a good way to start the day.
B)   Eat white bread instead of whole wheat.
C)   Cooking with sugar is alright since it breaks down in the process of heating.
D)   Avoid jams and jellies.
E)   Use honey instead of spices like cinnamon to flavor your food.F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 16

When looking at a food label, in order to know how many calories you will ingest, it is important to know total number of calories and

Accepted Answer

A)   serving size.
B)   % daily value of protein.
C)   number of grams of fat.
D)   number of grams of fiber.
E)   % daily value of sodium.F) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 17

Which of the following statements is NOT true about antioxidant vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)   They include certain water soluble vitamins, specifically vitamin C.
B)   They are abundant in fruits and vegetables.
C)   They protect the body against free radicals.
D)   They include certain fat soluble vitamins, specifically vitamins A and E.
E)   They are difficult to get in the diet.F) None of the above
G) B) and E)

Question 18

Which meal plan is in the closest accordance of the UDSA guide lines?

Accepted Answer

A)   6 oz. grains, 2.5 cups of vegetables, 2 cups of fruit and 3 cups of milk
B)   2 oz. of grains, 1 cup of vegetables, 2 cups of fruit and 2 cups of milk
C)   6 oz. grains, 2.5 cups of vegetables, 1 cup oils and 5.5 oz. of meat
D)   3 oz. grains, 2 cups fruits, 3 tsp. oils, and 5.5 oz meat
E)   3 cups vegetables, 2 cups fruit, 1 cup milk, and 4 oz meatF) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 19

Foods derived from animals typically contain _____ while foods derived from plants typically contain _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   saturated fats; unsaturated fats
B)   trans fats; saturated fats
C)   unsaturated fats; saturated fats
D)   saturated fats; trans fats
E)   unsaturated fats; trans fatsF) B) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 20

Lipids

Accepted Answer

A)   add to fecal bulk.
B)   regulate metabolism and physiological development.
C)   may be used to make certain hormones and vitamin D.
D)   should be reduced as much as possible in the diet.
E)   are found only in low amounts in animal sources of food.F) B) and D)
G) A) and C)

Exam 25: Human Nutrition

Which of the following statements is NOT true about antioxidant vitamins?

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Carbohydrates are typically broken down to

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The best definition of a nutrient is

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When looking at a food label, in order to know how many calories you will ingest, it is important to know total number of calories and

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Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are similar in that both involve

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Which meal plan is in the closest accordance of the UDSA guide lines?

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Cholesterol can be synthesized by the body and is eaten in certain foods.

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Which of the following minerals is typically over-consumed by Americans?

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Healthy food choices which contain lipids include __________.

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One serving of the food shown on this label contains ________ Calories from protein.

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Mark is 72 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. According to Mark's BMI, he is

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Which of the following substances is NOT correctly matched with its caloric value?

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Foods derived from animals typically contain _____ while foods derived from plants typically contain _____.

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Which of the following minerals is INCORRECTLY matched with its function in the body?

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Which of the following is an incorrect match?

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Stephen has a family history of diabetes type II. He knows he should reduce the amount of sugars in his diet but is not sure how to go about it. What is some advice you might give him?

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Lipids

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Bleeding gums and easy bruising of skin is a symptom of a(n)

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Fiber is important in the diet in

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Energy needs are supplied by

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