Question 1

Low intake of _____ is associated with lower levels of inflammation.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​dried beans 
B) olive oil 
C) processed meats 
D) coffee 
E) ​low-fat dairy products 
A) ​dried beans 
B) olive oil 
C) processed meats 
D) coffee 
E) ​low-fat dairy products C

Question 2

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​free radicals

Accepted Answer

A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets 
A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets G

Question 3

Excessive alcohol intake is associated with _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​stroke 
B) diabetes 
C) heart disease 
D) Alzheimer's disease 
E) ​iron-deficiency anemia 
A) ​stroke 
B) diabetes 
C) heart disease 
D) Alzheimer's disease 
E) ​iron-deficiency anemia A

Question 4

Vitamins A and D function as antioxidants.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

According to government survey data,_____% of Americans have a chronic condition.

Accepted Answer

A) ​15 
B) 23 
C) 35 
D) 44 
E) ​50 
A) ​15 
B) 23 
C) 35 
D) 44 
E) ​50

Question 6

Dietary factors associated with a stroke include _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​low vegetable and fruit intake 
B) moderate red wine intake 
C) high fiber intake 
D) moderate animal-fat intake 
E) ​excessive body fat 
A) ​low vegetable and fruit intake 
B) moderate red wine intake 
C) high fiber intake 
D) moderate animal-fat intake 
E) ​excessive body fat

Question 7

Which food most likely resembles what our early human ancestors would have eaten?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​whole milk 
B) oatmeal 
C) cheese 
D) berries 
E) ​refined grain products 
A) ​whole milk 
B) oatmeal 
C) cheese 
D) berries 
E) ​refined grain products

Question 8

Which lifestyle change would be recommended to someone trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​Eliminate sweets. 
B) Increase intake of refined grains. 
C) Increase intake of high-fat dairy products. 
D) Eliminate soft drinks. 
E) ​Increase intake of dried beans. 
A) ​Eliminate sweets. 
B) Increase intake of refined grains. 
C) Increase intake of high-fat dairy products. 
D) Eliminate soft drinks. 
E) ​Increase intake of dried beans.

Question 9

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-ChooseMyPlate

Accepted Answer

A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets 
A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets

Question 10

According to ChooseMyPlate.gov compare _____ in foods like soup,bread,and frozen meals-and choose the foods with lower numbers.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​calcium 
B) sodium 
C) potassium 
D) iron 
E) ​calories 
A) ​calcium 
B) sodium 
C) potassium 
D) iron 
E) ​calories

Question 11

Hypertension is defined as blood pressure exerted inside of blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 120/80 mm Hg.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Low intake of fruits and vegetables and regular consumption of processed meat is linked to cancer.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The American Heart Association concludes that future gains in heart health among Americans will stem primarily from _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​improved dietary intakes 
B) improved hypertension medications 
C) improved hyperlipidemia medications 
D) decreased stress 
E) ​decreased caffeine consumption 
A) ​improved dietary intakes 
B) improved hypertension medications 
C) improved hyperlipidemia medications 
D) decreased stress 
E) ​decreased caffeine consumption

Question 14

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​osteoporosis

Accepted Answer

A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets 
A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets

Question 15

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​oxidative stress

Accepted Answer

A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets 
A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets

Question 16

Type 2 diabetes is associated with _____ intake.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​high caffeine 
B) high iron 
C) high saturated fat 
D) low fruit and vegetable 
E) ​low added sugar 
A) ​high caffeine 
B) high iron 
C) high saturated fat 
D) low fruit and vegetable 
E) ​low added sugar

Question 17

Genetic traits exert the strongest overall influence on health and longevity.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​diabetes

Accepted Answer

A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets 
A) a condition in which bones become fragile and susceptible to fracture due to a loss of calcium and other minerals 
B) disease characterized by abnormal utilization of glucose by the body and elevated blood glucose levels 
C) the first response of the body's immune system to infectious agents,toxins,or irritants 
D) high blood pressure 
E) a report outlining goals and objectives for changes in health status in the United States 
F)condition that occurs when cells are exposed to more oxidizing molecules than to antioxidant molecules
G)chemical substances that are missing electrons
H)chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by oxidizing agents
I)disease usually linked to excessive alcohol consumption and poor overall diet
J)slow-developing,long-lasting diseases that are not contagious
K)food guidance materials that reflect current concerns about food choices,nutrition,and health
L)disease linked to low intake of olive oil,vegetables,fruits,fish,wine,and whole grains​
M)performs regular surveys of food and nutrient intake and understanding of diet and health relationships among a national sample of individuals in the United States
N)linked to excessive body fat,high intake of trans fat,added sugar,and salt
O)ongoing studies begun in 1961 that determine the levels of various contaminants and nutrients in foods and diets

Question 19

Damage induced by oxidation reactions can generally be repaired by antioxidants produced by the body and consumed in vegetables,fruits,and _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​whole-grain products 
B) dairy products 
C) seafood 
D) poultry 
E) ​refined grains 
A) ​whole-grain products 
B) dairy products 
C) seafood 
D) poultry 
E) ​refined grains

Question 20

The _____ rate tends to increase among some population groups after they immigrate to the United States.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​hypertension 
B) Alzheimer's disease 
C) obesity 
D) anemia 
E) ​cirrhosis of the liver 
A) ​hypertension 
B) Alzheimer's disease 
C) obesity 
D) anemia 
E) ​cirrhosis of the liver

Exam 2: The Inside Story about Nutrition and Health

Low intake of _____ is associated with lower levels of inflammation.​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​free radicals

Excessive alcohol intake is associated with _____.​

Vitamins A and D function as antioxidants.​

According to government survey data,_____% of Americans have a chronic condition.

Dietary factors associated with a stroke include _____.​

Which food most likely resembles what our early human ancestors would have eaten?​

Which lifestyle change would be recommended to someone trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle?​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -ChooseMyPlate

According to ChooseMyPlate.gov compare _____ in foods like soup,bread,and frozen meals-and choose the foods with lower numbers.​

Hypertension is defined as blood pressure exerted inside of blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 120/80 mm Hg.​

Low intake of fruits and vegetables and regular consumption of processed meat is linked to cancer.​

The American Heart Association concludes that future gains in heart health among Americans will stem primarily from _____.​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​osteoporosis

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​oxidative stress

Type 2 diabetes is associated with _____ intake.​

Genetic traits exert the strongest overall influence on health and longevity.​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​diabetes

Damage induced by oxidation reactions can generally be repaired by antioxidants produced by the body and consumed in vegetables,fruits,and _____.​

The _____ rate tends to increase among some population groups after they immigrate to the United States.​

Key Nutrition Concepts and Terms

Ways of Knowing about Nutrition

Understanding Food and Nutrition Labels

Nutrition, Attitudes, and Behavior

Healthy Diets: the Dietary Guidelines: MyPlate: and More

How the Body Uses Food: Digestion and Absorption

Calories: Food: Energy: and Energy Balance

Obesity to Underweight: The Highs and Lows of Weight Status

Weight Control: The Myths and Realities

Disordered Eating:Anorexia Nervosa: Bulimia: and Pica

Useful Facts about Sugars: Starches: and Fiber

Diabetes Now

Alcohol: The Positives and Negatives

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vegetarian Diets

Food Allergies and Intolerances

Fats and Cholesterol in Health

Nutrition and Heart Disease

Vitamins and Your Health

Phytochemicals

Diet and Cancer

Good Things to Know About Minerals

Dietary Supplements and Functional Foods

Water Is an Essential Nutrient

Nutrition:Gene Interactions in Health and Disease

Nutrition and Physical Fitness for Everyone

Nutrition and Physical Performance

Good Nutrition for Life: Pregnancy: Breastfeeding: and Intimacy

Nutriton for Growing Years: Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition and Health Maintenance for Adults of All Ages

The Multiple Dimensions of Food Safety

Aspects of Global Nutrition

Filters

Low intake of _____ is associated with lower levels of inflammation.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -free radicals

Excessive alcohol intake is associated with _____.

Vitamins A and D function as antioxidants.

Dietary factors associated with a stroke include _____.

Which food most likely resembles what our early human ancestors would have eaten?

Which lifestyle change would be recommended to someone trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle?

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -ChooseMyPlate

According to ChooseMyPlate.gov compare _____ in foods like soup,bread,and frozen meals-and choose the foods with lower numbers.

Hypertension is defined as blood pressure exerted inside of blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 120/80 mm Hg.

Low intake of fruits and vegetables and regular consumption of processed meat is linked to cancer.

The American Heart Association concludes that future gains in heart health among Americans will stem primarily from _____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -osteoporosis

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -oxidative stress

Type 2 diabetes is associated with _____ intake.

Genetic traits exert the strongest overall influence on health and longevity.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -diabetes

Damage induced by oxidation reactions can generally be repaired by antioxidants produced by the body and consumed in vegetables,fruits,and _____.

The _____ rate tends to increase among some population groups after they immigrate to the United States.