Question 1

_____ is the most biologically active form of vitamin A in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) Retinol 
B) Lutein 
C) Beta-carotene 
D) Alpha-tocopherol 
A) Retinol 
B) Lutein 
C) Beta-carotene 
D) Alpha-tocopherol

Question 2

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced gastrointestinal ulcers and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?

Accepted Answer

A) Riboflavin 
B) B-12 
C) Vitamin C 
D) Niacin 
A) Riboflavin 
B) B-12 
C) Vitamin C 
D) Niacin

Question 3

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

A) Fat-free milk 
B) White potato 
C) Whole-wheat bread 
D) Beef steak 
A) Fat-free milk 
B) White potato 
C) Whole-wheat bread 
D) Beef steak

Question 4

Damon has a chronic illness,and to treat the condition,he takes an antibiotic every day.Despite his illness,Damon's diet is nutritionally adequate,and he exercises regularly.Based on this information,Damon may need to _________.

Accepted Answer

A) eat more vitamin-C rich foods 
B) reduce his protein intake 
C) take a dietary supplement that contains vitamin K 
D) consume fewer foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids 
A) eat more vitamin-C rich foods 
B) reduce his protein intake 
C) take a dietary supplement that contains vitamin K 
D) consume fewer foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids

_____ is the most biologically active form of vitamin A in the body.

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced gastrointestinal ulcers and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin C?

Damon has a chronic illness,and to treat the condition,he takes an antibiotic every day.Despite his illness,Damon's diet is nutritionally adequate,and he exercises regularly.Based on this information,Damon may need to _________.

The Basics of Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Planning Nutritious Diets

Body Basics

Carbohydrates

Fats and Other Lipids

Proteins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Nutrition for Physically-Active Lifestyles

Food Safety Concerns

Nutrition for a Lifetime

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Exam 8: Vitamins

_____ is the most biologically active form of vitamin A in the body.

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced gastrointestinal ulcers and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin C?

Damon has a chronic illness,and to treat the condition,he takes an antibiotic every day.Despite his illness,Damon's diet is nutritionally adequate,and he exercises regularly.Based on this information,Damon may need to _________.

The Basics of Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Planning Nutritious Diets

Body Basics

Carbohydrates

Fats and Other Lipids

Proteins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Nutrition for Physically-Active Lifestyles

Food Safety Concerns

Nutrition for a Lifetime

Filters