Question 1

High intake of _____ is associated with decreased inflammation and oxidative stress.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​fish 
B) whole milk 
C) red meat 
D) sweetened beverages 
E) ​refined grains 
A) ​fish 
B) whole milk 
C) red meat 
D) sweetened beverages 
E) ​refined grains

Question 2

What should Ellen do to reduce her risk of developing hypertension?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​Reduce her intake of lean meats. 
B) Increase her intake of fresh fruits and vegetables. 
C) Increase her intake of processed grains. 
D) Increase her wine consumption. 
E) ​Reduce her intake of vegetable oils. 
A) ​Reduce her intake of lean meats. 
B) Increase her intake of fresh fruits and vegetables. 
C) Increase her intake of processed grains. 
D) Increase her wine consumption. 
E) ​Reduce her intake of vegetable oils.

Question 3

Which type of diabetes is the most common?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​type 1 
B) type 2 
C) juvenile 
D) gestational 
E) ​beta 
A) ​type 1 
B) type 2 
C) juvenile 
D) gestational 
E) ​beta

Question 4

​Which foods should Ellen consume to help increase her calcium intake and reduce her risk of osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

A) ​whole-grain products 
B) trans fats 
C) chicken and pork 
D) mixed berries and nuts 
E) ​low-fat dairy products fortified with vitamin D 
A) ​whole-grain products 
B) trans fats 
C) chicken and pork 
D) mixed berries and nuts 
E) ​low-fat dairy products fortified with vitamin D

Question 5

ChooseMyPlate recommends which type of milk?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​whole 
B) 2% 
C) 1% or fat-free 
D) organic​ 
E) ​lactose-free 
A) ​whole 
B) 2% 
C) 1% or fat-free 
D) organic​ 
E) ​lactose-free

Question 6

​Which country has the highest life expectancy?

Accepted Answer

A) ​Japan 
B) United States 
C) Germany 
D) France 
E) ​Spain 
A) ​Japan 
B) United States 
C) Germany 
D) France 
E) ​Spain

Question 7

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​chronic diseases

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 8

ChooseMyPlate recommends replacing sugary drinks with _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​milk 
B) tea 
C) juice 
D) coffee 
E) ​water 
A) ​milk 
B) tea 
C) juice 
D) coffee 
E) ​water

Question 9

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-hypertension

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

Which factor exerts the strongest overall influence on health and longevity?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​lifestyle 
B) genetic makeup 
C) environmental exposure to toxins 
D) access to quality health care 
E) ​smoking habits 
A) ​lifestyle 
B) genetic makeup 
C) environmental exposure to toxins 
D) access to quality health care 
E) ​smoking habits

Exam 2: The Inside Story about Nutrition and Health

High intake of _____ is associated with decreased inflammation and oxidative stress.​

What should Ellen do to reduce her risk of developing hypertension?​

Which type of diabetes is the most common?​

​Which foods should Ellen consume to help increase her calcium intake and reduce her risk of osteoporosis?

ChooseMyPlate recommends which type of milk?​

​Which country has the highest life expectancy?

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​chronic diseases

ChooseMyPlate recommends replacing sugary drinks with _____.​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -hypertension

Which factor exerts the strongest overall influence on health and longevity?​

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

High intake of _____ is associated with decreased inflammation and oxidative stress.

What should Ellen do to reduce her risk of developing hypertension?

Which type of diabetes is the most common?

Which foods should Ellen consume to help increase her calcium intake and reduce her risk of osteoporosis?

ChooseMyPlate recommends which type of milk?

Which country has the highest life expectancy?

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -chronic diseases

ChooseMyPlate recommends replacing sugary drinks with _____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -hypertension

Which factor exerts the strongest overall influence on health and longevity?