Question 1

Which nutrient helps build and maintain bone strength?

Accepted Answer

A)  phosphorous 
B)  vitamin K 
C)  vitamin A 
D)  zinc 
A)  phosphorous 
B)  vitamin K 
C)  vitamin A 
D)  zinc B

Question 2

For a 2,000-calorie diet, how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 
B)  3 
C)  4 
D)  6 
A)  2 
B)  3 
C)  4 
D)  6 B

Question 3

A diet high in dietary fiber combats diabetes and pulmonary disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

If you want to improve your health, what is the most important thing you should focus on?

Accepted Answer

A)  eliminating fat intake 
B)  eating breakfast 
C)  dietary patterns 
D)  carbohydrate consumption 
A)  eliminating fat intake 
B)  eating breakfast 
C)  dietary patterns 
D)  carbohydrate consumption

Question 5

Non-digestible carbohydrates that have either been isolated from natural sources or synthesized in a lab and then added to a food product or supplement are known as

Accepted Answer

A)  dietary fiber. 
B)  functional fiber. 
C)  whole grains. 
D)  viscous fiber. 
A)  dietary fiber. 
B)  functional fiber. 
C)  whole grains. 
D)  viscous fiber.

Question 6

What is the best description of essential nutrients?

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrients that supply energy for vital body processes 
B)  nutrients that cannot be broken down by the digestive system 
C)  nutrients that provide protection against the damaging effects of free radicals 
D)  nutrients that must be obtained from food 
A)  nutrients that supply energy for vital body processes 
B)  nutrients that cannot be broken down by the digestive system 
C)  nutrients that provide protection against the damaging effects of free radicals 
D)  nutrients that must be obtained from food

Question 7

Which of the following describes the stance of the American Heart Association in relation to saturated fat consumption and coronary heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  The link between saturated fat and coronary heart disease has been completely debunked. 
B)  People should limit saturated fat in order to avoid coronary heart diseases. 
C)  The science is mixed, but for other health reasons it is wise to limit saturated fat intake. 
D)  You should worry about saturated fat in your diet only if you are at risk for heart disease. 
A)  The link between saturated fat and coronary heart disease has been completely debunked. 
B)  People should limit saturated fat in order to avoid coronary heart diseases. 
C)  The science is mixed, but for other health reasons it is wise to limit saturated fat intake. 
D)  You should worry about saturated fat in your diet only if you are at risk for heart disease.

Question 8

Which function do fats perform?

Accepted Answer

A)  They increase circulation. 
B)  They strengthen bones. 
C)  They prevent the absorption of vitamins. 
D)  They provide fuel for body systems. 
A)  They increase circulation. 
B)  They strengthen bones. 
C)  They prevent the absorption of vitamins. 
D)  They provide fuel for body systems.

Question 9

Proteins, fats, and water are all

Accepted Answer

A)  micronutrients. 
B)  supplements. 
C)  food additives. 
D)  macronutrients. 
A)  micronutrients. 
B)  supplements. 
C)  food additives. 
D)  macronutrients.

Question 10

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  proteins 
B)  carbohydrates 
C)  fats 
D)  vitamins 
A)  proteins 
B)  carbohydrates 
C)  fats 
D)  vitamins

Question 11

During high-intensity exercise, from where do muscles primarily get their energy?

Accepted Answer

A)  protein 
B)  fat 
C)  carbohydrates 
D)  vitamins 
A)  protein 
B)  fat 
C)  carbohydrates 
D)  vitamins

Question 12

The food additive MSG causes which reaction in some people?

Accepted Answer

A)  increased blood pressure 
B)  insulin resistance 
C)  insomnia 
D)  skin irritation 
A)  increased blood pressure 
B)  insulin resistance 
C)  insomnia 
D)  skin irritation

Question 13

The Dietary Reference Intakes are

Accepted Answer

A)  part of a diet plan. 
B)  used as a basis for most food labels. 
C)  designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases. 
D)  a food group plan. 
A)  part of a diet plan. 
B)  used as a basis for most food labels. 
C)  designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases. 
D)  a food group plan.

Question 14

Which of the following counts as the 1 ounce-equivalent of grains?

Accepted Answer

A)  two slices of bread 
B)  half a cup of cold cereal 
C)  a large bagel 
D)  half a cup of cooked rice 
A)  two slices of bread 
B)  half a cup of cold cereal 
C)  a large bagel 
D)  half a cup of cooked rice

Question 15

Free radicals are naturally occurring substances found in plant foods that may help prevent and treat chronic diseases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Two of the most widely used food additives are

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamins C and D. 
B)  hydrogenated oils and saturated fats. 
C)  sugar and corn syrup. 
D)  water and food coloring. 
A)  vitamins C and D. 
B)  hydrogenated oils and saturated fats. 
C)  sugar and corn syrup. 
D)  water and food coloring.

Question 17

Which of the following are micronutrients?

Accepted Answer

A)  proteins 
B)  fats 
C)  minerals 
D)  carbohydrates 
A)  proteins 
B)  fats 
C)  minerals 
D)  carbohydrates

Question 18

Milk is a source of simple carbohydrate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following statements describes an unsaturated fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  It comes directly from animal products. 
B)  It is the primary fatty acid in tropic oils. 
C)  It is produced only after hydrogenation. 
D)  It is liquid at room temperature. 
A)  It comes directly from animal products. 
B)  It is the primary fatty acid in tropic oils. 
C)  It is produced only after hydrogenation. 
D)  It is liquid at room temperature.

Question 20

One of the dietary patterns developed by the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans is the Healthy European-Style Pattern.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which nutrient helps build and maintain bone strength?

For a 2,000-calorie diet, how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

A diet high in dietary fiber combats diabetes and pulmonary disease.

If you want to improve your health, what is the most important thing you should focus on?

Non-digestible carbohydrates that have either been isolated from natural sources or synthesized in a lab and then added to a food product or supplement are known as

What is the best description of essential nutrients?

Which of the following describes the stance of the American Heart Association in relation to saturated fat consumption and coronary heart disease?

Which function do fats perform?

Proteins, fats, and water are all

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

During high-intensity exercise, from where do muscles primarily get their energy?

The food additive MSG causes which reaction in some people?

The Dietary Reference Intakes are

Which of the following counts as the 1 ounce-equivalent of grains?

Free radicals are naturally occurring substances found in plant foods that may help prevent and treat chronic diseases.

Two of the most widely used food additives are

Which of the following are micronutrients?

Milk is a source of simple carbohydrate.

Which of the following statements describes an unsaturated fat?

One of the dietary patterns developed by the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans is the Healthy European-Style Pattern.

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Exam 8: Nutrition

Which nutrient helps build and maintain bone strength?

For a 2,000-calorie diet, how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

A diet high in dietary fiber combats diabetes and pulmonary disease.

If you want to improve your health, what is the most important thing you should focus on?

Non-digestible carbohydrates that have either been isolated from natural sources or synthesized in a lab and then added to a food product or supplement are known as

What is the best description of essential nutrients?

Which of the following describes the stance of the American Heart Association in relation to saturated fat consumption and coronary heart disease?

Which function do fats perform?

Proteins, fats, and water are all

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

During high-intensity exercise, from where do muscles primarily get their energy?

The food additive MSG causes which reaction in some people?

The Dietary Reference Intakes are

Which of the following counts as the 1 ounce-equivalent of grains?

Free radicals are naturally occurring substances found in plant foods that may help prevent and treat chronic diseases.

Two of the most widely used food additives are

Which of the following are micronutrients?

Milk is a source of simple carbohydrate.

Which of the following statements describes an unsaturated fat?

One of the dietary patterns developed by the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans is the Healthy European-Style Pattern.

Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

Principles of Physical Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

Muscular Strength and Endurance

Flexibility and Low-Back Health

Body Composition

Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program

Weight Management

Stress

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Substance Use and Misuse

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Environmental Health

Filters