Question 1

The functions of fat in the body include

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A)  enzyme production, insulation of long bones, and bone structure. 
B)  formation of bone structure and energy for daily activities. 
C)  flavoring low-fat foods, supplying fatty acids, and lubrication for vital organs. 
D)  insulation of vital organs, temperature regulation, and cell membrane structure. 
A)  enzyme production, insulation of long bones, and bone structure. 
B)  formation of bone structure and energy for daily activities. 
C)  flavoring low-fat foods, supplying fatty acids, and lubrication for vital organs. 
D)  insulation of vital organs, temperature regulation, and cell membrane structure.

Question 2

Cholesterol is synthesized by the body mainly in the

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A)  intestine. 
B)  liver. 
C)  adipose tissue. 
D)  skin. 
A)  intestine. 
B)  liver. 
C)  adipose tissue. 
D)  skin.

Question 3

End products of fat digestion do not include

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A)  fatty acids. 
B)  glycerol. 
C)  diglycerides. 
D)  monosaccharides. 
A)  fatty acids. 
B)  glycerol. 
C)  diglycerides. 
D)  monosaccharides.

Question 4

Of the following fats.the one that is least saturated is

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A)  safflower oil. 
B)  coconut oil. 
C)  olive oil. 
D)  butter oil. 
A)  safflower oil. 
B)  coconut oil. 
C)  olive oil. 
D)  butter oil.

Question 5

Fat substitutes are used in food products to

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A)  reduce the cost of popular foods. 
B)  reduce the trans-fatty acid content of the food. 
C)  prolong the shelf life of the food. 
D)  improve the flavor and physical texture of low-fat foods. 
A)  reduce the cost of popular foods. 
B)  reduce the trans-fatty acid content of the food. 
C)  prolong the shelf life of the food. 
D)  improve the flavor and physical texture of low-fat foods.

Question 6

An element not found in triglycerides is

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A)  carbon. 
B)  hydrogen. 
C)  nitrogen. 
D)  oxygen. 
A)  carbon. 
B)  hydrogen. 
C)  nitrogen. 
D)  oxygen.

Question 7

Factors that increase the risk of heart disease include

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A)  a family history of cancer. 
B)  increased stress and obesity. 
C)  anemia and low thyroid levels. 
D)  gallbladder disease. 
A)  a family history of cancer. 
B)  increased stress and obesity. 
C)  anemia and low thyroid levels. 
D)  gallbladder disease.

Question 8

The primary reason lecithin is able to help transport fatty material in the bloodstream is because it is

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A)  a phytosterol. 
B)  a buffer. 
C)  found in hemoglobin. 
D)  amphiphilic. 
A)  a phytosterol. 
B)  a buffer. 
C)  found in hemoglobin. 
D)  amphiphilic.

Question 9

A change brought about as the result of hydrogenation is that

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A)  liquid fats become solids. 
B)  fats become less saturated. 
C)  monoglycerides become diglycerides. 
D)  vitamins are destroyed. 
A)  liquid fats become solids. 
B)  fats become less saturated. 
C)  monoglycerides become diglycerides. 
D)  vitamins are destroyed.

Question 10

A good source of monounsaturated fat is

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A)  fish. 
B)  margarine. 
C)  avocado. 
D)  tofu. 
A)  fish. 
B)  margarine. 
C)  avocado. 
D)  tofu.

The functions of fat in the body include

Cholesterol is synthesized by the body mainly in the

End products of fat digestion do not include

Of the following fats.the one that is least saturated is

Fat substitutes are used in food products to

An element not found in triglycerides is

Factors that increase the risk of heart disease include

The primary reason lecithin is able to help transport fatty material in the bloodstream is because it is

A change brought about as the result of hydrogenation is that

A good source of monounsaturated fat is

Food Nutrition and Health

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Digestion Absorption and Metabolism

Energy Balance

Vitamins

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Water and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrition during Pregnancy and Lactation

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Nutrition for Adults: The Early Middle and Later Years

Community Food Supply and Health

Food Habits and Cultural Patterns

Weight Management

Nutrition and Physical Fitness

Nutrition Care

Gastrointestinal and Accessory Organ Problems

Coronary Heart Disease and Hypertension

Diabetes Mellitus

Kidney Disease

Surgery and Nutrition Support

Nutrition Support in Cancer and HIV

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Exam 3: Fats

The functions of fat in the body include

Cholesterol is synthesized by the body mainly in the

End products of fat digestion do not include

Of the following fats.the one that is least saturated is

Fat substitutes are used in food products to

An element not found in triglycerides is

Factors that increase the risk of heart disease include

The primary reason lecithin is able to help transport fatty material in the bloodstream is because it is

A change brought about as the result of hydrogenation is that

A good source of monounsaturated fat is

Food Nutrition and Health

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Digestion Absorption and Metabolism

Energy Balance

Vitamins

Minerals

Water and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrition during Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition during Infancy Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition for Adults: The Early Middle and Later Years

Community Food Supply and Health

Food Habits and Cultural Patterns

Weight Management

Nutrition and Physical Fitness

Nutrition Care

Gastrointestinal and Accessory Organ Problems

Coronary Heart Disease and Hypertension

Diabetes Mellitus

Kidney Disease

Surgery and Nutrition Support

Nutrition Support in Cancer and HIV

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