Question 1

Manganese is required as a cofactor for synthesis of ________ and metabolism of some _____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  glucose; amino acids 
B)  protein; fatty acids 
C)  starch; bile acids 
D)  cholesterol; triglycerides 
A)  glucose; amino acids 
B)  protein; fatty acids 
C)  starch; bile acids 
D)  cholesterol; triglycerides

Question 2

Phosphorus functions in all the following ways except

Accepted Answer

A)  it activates a variety of enzymes. 
B)  it is important for blood glucose regulation. 
C)  it is a component of cell membranes. 
D)  it is a component of DNA. 
A)  it activates a variety of enzymes. 
B)  it is important for blood glucose regulation. 
C)  it is a component of cell membranes. 
D)  it is a component of DNA.

Question 3

Metabolic water refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  rehydration beverages that contain electrolytes. 
B)  water that is formed as a byproduct of the breakdown of macronutrients for energy. 
C)  water that is conserved by the kidneys. 
D)  fluids that are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. 
A)  rehydration beverages that contain electrolytes. 
B)  water that is formed as a byproduct of the breakdown of macronutrients for energy. 
C)  water that is conserved by the kidneys. 
D)  fluids that are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 4

Trabecular bone

Accepted Answer

A)  has a non-porous structure. 
B)  is the site of blood cell synthesis. 
C)  is more slowly remodeled than cortical bone. 
D)  forms the shafts of bones and their outer mineral covering. 
A)  has a non-porous structure. 
B)  is the site of blood cell synthesis. 
C)  is more slowly remodeled than cortical bone. 
D)  forms the shafts of bones and their outer mineral covering.

Question 5

____________________________ is important in the synthesis of thyroid hormone. Lack of it will lead to a goiter.

Accepted Answer

A)  Chromium 
B)  Biotin 
C)  Iodide 
D)  Fluoride 
A)  Chromium 
B)  Biotin 
C)  Iodide 
D)  Fluoride

Question 6

Selenium toxicity would most likely result from

Accepted Answer

A)  high intakes of seafood. 
B)  high intakes of grain products grown on selenium-rich soil. 
C)  excessive use of fortified foods. 
D)  dietary supplementation. 
A)  high intakes of seafood. 
B)  high intakes of grain products grown on selenium-rich soil. 
C)  excessive use of fortified foods. 
D)  dietary supplementation.

Question 7

Interstitial fluid, lymph, gastrointestinal fluid, spinal fluid, plasma, and synovial fluid are part of ______ fluid.

Accepted Answer

A)  intracellular 
B)  extracellular 
A)  intracellular 
B)  extracellular

Question 8

The AI for sodium for those under 51 years of age is

Accepted Answer

A)  500 mg/day. 
B)  1000 mg/day. 
C)  1500 mg/day. 
D)  2000 mg/day. 
A)  500 mg/day. 
B)  1000 mg/day. 
C)  1500 mg/day. 
D)  2000 mg/day.

Question 9

Accumulation of bone mass occurs primarily during childhood and adolescence. Later in life, the rate of bone degradation exceeds the rate of bone synthesis. For average, healthy men and women, gradual bone loss begins around age

Accepted Answer

A)  20. 
B)  25. 
C)  30. 
D)  35. 
A)  20. 
B)  25. 
C)  30. 
D)  35.

Question 10

Obesity

Accepted Answer

A)  reduces risk for hypertension. 
B)  is a minor contributor to risk for hypertension. 
C)  is the number one lifestyle risk factor for hypertension. 
D)  is not related to hypertension. 
A)  reduces risk for hypertension. 
B)  is a minor contributor to risk for hypertension. 
C)  is the number one lifestyle risk factor for hypertension. 
D)  is not related to hypertension.

Question 11

The typical American diet contains approximately ___ milligrams of sodium.

Accepted Answer

A)  700 to 1,200 
B)  1,300 to 2,200 
C)  2,300 to 4,700 
D)  5,000 to 10,000 
A)  700 to 1,200 
B)  1,300 to 2,200 
C)  2,300 to 4,700 
D)  5,000 to 10,000

Question 12

Risk of molybdenum toxicity risk in humans is quite low.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

How many sources of non-heme iron are in a meal containing a tuna sandwich on enriched bread with milk and an apple?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4 Tuna and bread both have non-heme iron. Tuna also has heme iron. 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4 Tuna and bread both have non-heme iron. Tuna also has heme iron.

Question 14

Low levels of ______________, a mineral found especially in plant foods, may be associated with poor cardiovascular health.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  fluoride 
C)  phosphorus 
D)  magnesium 
A)  calcium 
B)  fluoride 
C)  phosphorus 
D)  magnesium

Question 15

Following are correct reasons a young woman should consider adding calcium supplements to her diet, except

Accepted Answer

A)  she follows a vegan diet. 
B)  she has a milk allergy. 
C)  she is a lacto-ovovegetarian. 
D)  she is an ovovegetarian. 
A)  she follows a vegan diet. 
B)  she has a milk allergy. 
C)  she is a lacto-ovovegetarian. 
D)  she is an ovovegetarian.

Question 16

No molybdenum deficiency has been reported in people who consume diets orally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a source of heme iron?

Accepted Answer

A)  Egg 
B)  Poultry 
C)  Fish 
D)  Meat 
A)  Egg 
B)  Poultry 
C)  Fish 
D)  Meat

Question 18

A rise from 98.6$\degree$ to 99.6$\degree$ F, results in a ______% rise in basal metabolic rate.

Accepted Answer

A)  10 
B)  7 
C)  5 
D)  1 
A)  10 
B)  7 
C)  5 
D)  1

Question 19

All of the following deplete bone mass except

Accepted Answer

A)  smoking. 
B)  alcohol. 
C)  excess body weight. 
D)  excessive caffeine. 
A)  smoking. 
B)  alcohol. 
C)  excess body weight. 
D)  excessive caffeine.

Question 20

What is magnesium's primary function?

Accepted Answer

A)  It acts as the carrier for calcium absorption. 
B)  It is important in hemoglobin synthesis. 
C)  It maintains mucus production in the digestive tract. 
D)  It is important for nerve and heart function. 
A)  It acts as the carrier for calcium absorption. 
B)  It is important in hemoglobin synthesis. 
C)  It maintains mucus production in the digestive tract. 
D)  It is important for nerve and heart function.

Manganese is required as a cofactor for synthesis of and metabolism of some _____________.

Phosphorus functions in all the following ways except

Metabolic water refers to

Trabecular bone

____________________________ is important in the synthesis of thyroid hormone. Lack of it will lead to a goiter.

Selenium toxicity would most likely result from

Interstitial fluid, lymph, gastrointestinal fluid, spinal fluid, plasma, and synovial fluid are part of ______ fluid.

The AI for sodium for those under 51 years of age is

Accumulation of bone mass occurs primarily during childhood and adolescence. Later in life, the rate of bone degradation exceeds the rate of bone synthesis. For average, healthy men and women, gradual bone loss begins around age

Obesity

The typical American diet contains approximately ___ milligrams of sodium.

Risk of molybdenum toxicity risk in humans is quite low.

How many sources of non-heme iron are in a meal containing a tuna sandwich on enriched bread with milk and an apple?

Low levels of ______________, a mineral found especially in plant foods, may be associated with poor cardiovascular health.

Following are correct reasons a young woman should consider adding calcium supplements to her diet, except

No molybdenum deficiency has been reported in people who consume diets orally.

Which of the following is NOT a source of heme iron?

A rise from 98.6 $\degree$ to 99.6 $\degree$ F, results in a ______% rise in basal metabolic rate.

All of the following deplete bone mass except

What is magnesium's primary function?

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Manganese is required as a cofactor for synthesis of ________ and metabolism of some _____________________.

Phosphorus functions in all the following ways except

Metabolic water refers to

Trabecular bone

____________________________ is important in the synthesis of thyroid hormone. Lack of it will lead to a goiter.

Selenium toxicity would most likely result from

Interstitial fluid, lymph, gastrointestinal fluid, spinal fluid, plasma, and synovial fluid are part of ______ fluid.

The AI for sodium for those under 51 years of age is

Accumulation of bone mass occurs primarily during childhood and adolescence. Later in life, the rate of bone degradation exceeds the rate of bone synthesis. For average, healthy men and women, gradual bone loss begins around age

Obesity

The typical American diet contains approximately ___ milligrams of sodium.

Risk of molybdenum toxicity risk in humans is quite low.

How many sources of non-heme iron are in a meal containing a tuna sandwich on enriched bread with milk and an apple?

Low levels of ______________, a mineral found especially in plant foods, may be associated with poor cardiovascular health.

Following are correct reasons a young woman should consider adding calcium supplements to her diet, except

No molybdenum deficiency has been reported in people who consume diets orally.

Which of the following is NOT a source of heme iron?

A rise from 98.6 °\degree° to 99.6 °\degree° F, results in a ______% rise in basal metabolic rate.

All of the following deplete bone mass except

What is magnesium's primary function?

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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Manganese is required as a cofactor for synthesis of and metabolism of some _____________.

A rise from 98.6 $\degree$ to 99.6 $\degree$ F, results in a ______% rise in basal metabolic rate.