Question 1

Which of the following statements about supplements is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  People with dietary restrictions or greater nutrient needs could benefit from taking supplements. 
B)  Supplements always produce the same positive health effects as those gained by eating foods. 
C)  A pregnant woman might benefit from taking an iron supplement. 
D)  A well- balanced diet will meet the nutrient needs of many people. 
A)  People with dietary restrictions or greater nutrient needs could benefit from taking supplements. 
B)  Supplements always produce the same positive health effects as those gained by eating foods. 
C)  A pregnant woman might benefit from taking an iron supplement. 
D)  A well- balanced diet will meet the nutrient needs of many people.

Question 2

A quack is a person who promotes health- related products with false claims and information that are not based in sound scientific research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Being overweight is the same thing as being obese.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The group given a placebo during an experiment is called the placebo group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Marita and Adis are eating lunch in the school lunchroom. Adis says he wants to learn to eat healthier and will be seeing a nutritionist he met at the deli last week. What advice should Marita give Adis about seeking sound nutrition advice?

Accepted Answer

Adis should check the person's credentia

Question 6

List the ten leading causes of death in the United States, and comment on which are nutrition related.

Accepted Answer

The ten leading causes of death in the U

Question 7

Food insecurity is

Accepted Answer

A)  the tendency of highly desirable foods to be stolen from stores. 
B)  the tendency of some foods to spoil more quickly than others. 
C)  the inability to satisfy the basic food needs of individuals. 
D)  uncertainty concerning whether a food might be harmful. 
A)  the tendency of highly desirable foods to be stolen from stores. 
B)  the tendency of some foods to spoil more quickly than others. 
C)  the inability to satisfy the basic food needs of individuals. 
D)  uncertainty concerning whether a food might be harmful.

Question 8

Darren's father, mother, and sister all have diabetes. Darren decides to seek help from a health professional so he can avoid becoming diabetic as well. Who is the best person Darren should go to for nutrition advice?

Accepted Answer

A)  a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) 
B)  his trainer at the gym 
C)  a public health nutritionist 
D)  the salesperson at the vitamin and supplement store 
A)  a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) 
B)  his trainer at the gym 
C)  a public health nutritionist 
D)  the salesperson at the vitamin and supplement store

Question 9

The "gold standard" of research experiments is the double- blind, placebo- controlled study.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A well- balanced diet includes all of the following actions except

Accepted Answer

A)  consuming essential nutrients. 
B)  eating a variety of foods. 
C)  consuming phytochemicals and fiber. 
D)  relying on dietary supplements. 
A)  consuming essential nutrients. 
B)  eating a variety of foods. 
C)  consuming phytochemicals and fiber. 
D)  relying on dietary supplements.

Question 11

Which of the following is the first step of the scientific method?

Accepted Answer

A)  Observe and ask a question. 
B)  Formulate a hypothesis. 
C)  Revise the hypothesis. 
D)  Conduct an experiment. 
A)  Observe and ask a question. 
B)  Formulate a hypothesis. 
C)  Revise the hypothesis. 
D)  Conduct an experiment.

Question 12

Carrying extra weight on your body in relation to your height is called being overweight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A double- blind placebo- controlled study is

Accepted Answer

A)  research that involves looking at factors in two or more groups of subjects to see if there is a relationship to certain outcomes. 
B)  research in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which group received the treatment and which group received a placebo. 
C)  an idea generated by scientists based on their observations. 
D)  a stepwise process used by scientists to identify effective placebos. 
A)  research that involves looking at factors in two or more groups of subjects to see if there is a relationship to certain outcomes. 
B)  research in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which group received the treatment and which group received a placebo. 
C)  an idea generated by scientists based on their observations. 
D)  a stepwise process used by scientists to identify effective placebos.

Question 14

Chronic diseases are caused by genetic influences alone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

All of the following are correct about the typical American diet except that it is

Accepted Answer

A)  low in calcium. 
B)  high in sodium. 
C)  high in fiber. 
D)  low in vitamin D. 
A)  low in calcium. 
B)  high in sodium. 
C)  high in fiber. 
D)  low in vitamin D.

Question 16

Which nutrient class supplies glucose as the major source of energy for the body?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

Describe a situation in which your emotions led you to make inappropriate food choices.

Accepted Answer

Boredom, loneliness, sadness,

Question 18

Lentils are a staple in the diet of which of the following ethnic groups?

Accepted Answer

A)  Indian 
B)  Mexican 
C)  Native American 
D)  Alaskan 
A)  Indian 
B)  Mexican 
C)  Native American 
D)  Alaskan

Question 19

Studies have shown that even at 8 years of age, children may not understand the persuasive intent of advertisements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is not a reason why a food becomes a favorite?

Accepted Answer

A)  food trends 
B)  convenience 
C)  culture 
D)  food color 
A)  food trends 
B)  convenience 
C)  culture 
D)  food color

Which of the following statements about supplements is false?

A quack is a person who promotes health- related products with false claims and information that are not based in sound scientific research.

Being overweight is the same thing as being obese.

The group given a placebo during an experiment is called the placebo group.

Marita and Adis are eating lunch in the school lunchroom. Adis says he wants to learn to eat healthier and will be seeing a nutritionist he met at the deli last week. What advice should Marita give Adis about seeking sound nutrition advice?

List the ten leading causes of death in the United States, and comment on which are nutrition related.

Food insecurity is

Darren's father, mother, and sister all have diabetes. Darren decides to seek help from a health professional so he can avoid becoming diabetic as well. Who is the best person Darren should go to for nutrition advice?

The "gold standard" of research experiments is the double- blind, placebo- controlled study.

A well- balanced diet includes all of the following actions except

Which of the following is the first step of the scientific method?

Carrying extra weight on your body in relation to your height is called being overweight.

A double- blind placebo- controlled study is

Chronic diseases are caused by genetic influences alone.

All of the following are correct about the typical American diet except that it is

Which nutrient class supplies glucose as the major source of energy for the body?

Describe a situation in which your emotions led you to make inappropriate food choices.

Lentils are a staple in the diet of which of the following ethnic groups?

Studies have shown that even at 8 years of age, children may not understand the persuasive intent of advertisements.

Which of the following is not a reason why a food becomes a favorite?

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Exam 1: What Is Nutrition

Which of the following statements about supplements is false?

A quack is a person who promotes health- related products with false claims and information that are not based in sound scientific research.

Being overweight is the same thing as being obese.

The group given a placebo during an experiment is called the placebo group.

Marita and Adis are eating lunch in the school lunchroom. Adis says he wants to learn to eat healthier and will be seeing a nutritionist he met at the deli last week. What advice should Marita give Adis about seeking sound nutrition advice?

List the ten leading causes of death in the United States, and comment on which are nutrition related.

Food insecurity is

Darren's father, mother, and sister all have diabetes. Darren decides to seek help from a health professional so he can avoid becoming diabetic as well. Who is the best person Darren should go to for nutrition advice?

The "gold standard" of research experiments is the double- blind, placebo- controlled study.

A well- balanced diet includes all of the following actions except

Which of the following is the first step of the scientific method?

Carrying extra weight on your body in relation to your height is called being overweight.

A double- blind placebo- controlled study is

Chronic diseases are caused by genetic influences alone.

All of the following are correct about the typical American diet except that it is

Which nutrient class supplies glucose as the major source of energy for the body?

Describe a situation in which your emotions led you to make inappropriate food choices.

Lentils are a staple in the diet of which of the following ethnic groups?

Studies have shown that even at 8 years of age, children may not understand the persuasive intent of advertisements.

Which of the following is not a reason why a food becomes a favorite?

Tools for Healthy Eating

The Basics of Digestion

Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fiber

Fats, Oils, and Other Lipids

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Minerals and Water

Alcohol

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition and Fitness

Consumerism and Sustainability: From Farm to Table

Food Safety and Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy Through Infancy

Life Cycle Nutrition: Toddlers Through the Later Years

Hunger at Home and Abroad

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