Question 1

_____ fat insulates the body and protects muscles and bones from bumps and bruises.

Accepted Answer

A)  Intracellular 
B)  Subcutaneous 
C)  Cellulite 
D)  Visceral 
A)  Intracellular 
B)  Subcutaneous 
C)  Cellulite 
D)  Visceral

Question 2

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely increases the appetite of underweight people to help them gain weight. Based on this information, this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production, release, or action of

Accepted Answer

A)  leptin. 
B)  glucagon. 
C)  insulin. 
D)  ghrelin. 
A)  leptin. 
B)  glucagon. 
C)  insulin. 
D)  ghrelin.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true? rev: 06_29_2016_QC_CS-54795

Accepted Answer

A)  Compared to a glucose molecule, a fatty acid molecule has more oxygen atoms in relation to carbon atoms. 
B)  During high-intensity exercise, muscle cells burn more glucose than fat for energy. 
C)  Glucose is the primary fuel for resting muscles. 
D)  Amino acids are a major source of energy for contracting muscles. 
A)  Compared to a glucose molecule, a fatty acid molecule has more oxygen atoms in relation to carbon atoms. 
B)  During high-intensity exercise, muscle cells burn more glucose than fat for energy. 
C)  Glucose is the primary fuel for resting muscles. 
D)  Amino acids are a major source of energy for contracting muscles.

Question 4

Macey's BMI is 30.2. Based on this information, her weight is in the _____ range.

Accepted Answer

A)  overweight 
B)  underweight 
C)  healthy 
D)  obese 
A)  overweight 
B)  underweight 
C)  healthy 
D)  obese

Question 5

An athlete who weighs 60 kg should consume _____ g of protein daily.

Accepted Answer

A)  102 
B)  82 
C)  66 
D)  92 
A)  102 
B)  82 
C)  66 
D)  92

Question 6

In their efforts to avoid regaining the weight they have lost, members of the National Weight Control Registry tend to

Accepted Answer

A)  weigh themselves only once a month. 
B)  eat a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. 
C)  exercise for at least 30 minutes daily. 
D)  limit the time they spend watching TV. 
A)  weigh themselves only once a month. 
B)  eat a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. 
C)  exercise for at least 30 minutes daily. 
D)  limit the time they spend watching TV.

Question 7

Consuela is an overweight young woman who wants to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. The most reliable and safe way for her to lose this weight is to

Accepted Answer

A)  increase her protein-rich food intake. 
B)  decrease her usual energy intake. 
C)  increase her daily vitamin D intake. 
D)  decrease her physical activity. 
A)  increase her protein-rich food intake. 
B)  decrease her usual energy intake. 
C)  increase her daily vitamin D intake. 
D)  decrease her physical activity.

Question 8

Including exercise in your daily routine can reduce your risk of

Accepted Answer

A)  ulcerative colitis. 
B)  colon cancer. 
C)  type 1 diabetes. 
D)  anemia. 
A)  ulcerative colitis. 
B)  colon cancer. 
C)  type 1 diabetes. 
D)  anemia.

Question 9

Wendy is a 17-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad. Based on this information, she has

Accepted Answer

A)  abnormal menstrual cycles. 
B)  high bone density. 
C)  type 1 diabetes. 
D)  metabolic syndrome. 
A)  abnormal menstrual cycles. 
B)  high bone density. 
C)  type 1 diabetes. 
D)  metabolic syndrome.

Question 10

Jenny is a competitive athlete who weighs 60 kg and trains for about 2 hours a day. She would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain his weight and glycogen stores during training and competition. According to expert recommendations, she should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.

Accepted Answer

A)  480 to 800 
B)  180 to 600 
C)  580 to 1000 
D)  420 to 700 
A)  480 to 800 
B)  180 to 600 
C)  580 to 1000 
D)  420 to 700

Question 11

Ted wants to replenish his glycogen stores quickly after performing vigorous physical activity. Ted should consume

Accepted Answer

A)  fruit juices. 
B)  raw eggs. 
C)  ripe avocados. 
D)  protein supplements. 
A)  fruit juices. 
B)  raw eggs. 
C)  ripe avocados. 
D)  protein supplements.

_____ fat insulates the body and protects muscles and bones from bumps and bruises.

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely increases the appetite of underweight people to help them gain weight. Based on this information, this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production, release, or action of

Which of the following statements is true? rev: 06_29_2016_QC_CS-54795

Macey's BMI is 30.2. Based on this information, her weight is in the _____ range.

An athlete who weighs 60 kg should consume _____ g of protein daily.

In their efforts to avoid regaining the weight they have lost, members of the National Weight Control Registry tend to

Consuela is an overweight young woman who wants to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. The most reliable and safe way for her to lose this weight is to

Including exercise in your daily routine can reduce your risk of

Wendy is a 17-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad. Based on this information, she has

Ted wants to replenish his glycogen stores quickly after performing vigorous physical activity. Ted should consume

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Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction

Making More Nutritious Choices

How Food Becomes You

Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber

Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks

Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask

Key Minerals, Water, and the Nonnutrient Alcohol

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Exam 10: Nutrition for a Healthy Weight and Fit Body

_____ fat insulates the body and protects muscles and bones from bumps and bruises.

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely increases the appetite of underweight people to help them gain weight. Based on this information, this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production, release, or action of

Which of the following statements is true? rev: 06_29_2016_QC_CS-54795

Macey's BMI is 30.2. Based on this information, her weight is in the _____ range.

An athlete who weighs 60 kg should consume _____ g of protein daily.

In their efforts to avoid regaining the weight they have lost, members of the National Weight Control Registry tend to

Consuela is an overweight young woman who wants to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. The most reliable and safe way for her to lose this weight is to

Including exercise in your daily routine can reduce your risk of

Wendy is a 17-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad. Based on this information, she has

Ted wants to replenish his glycogen stores quickly after performing vigorous physical activity. Ted should consume

Food Is More Than Something to Eat

Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction

Making More Nutritious Choices

How Food Becomes You

Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber

Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks

Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask

Key Minerals, Water, and the Nonnutrient Alcohol

Nutrition for Your Life, Environment, and World

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