Question 1

Which food is most likely a source of beta-carotene?

Accepted Answer

A) cranberries 
B) wine 
C) corn 
D) sweet potatoes 
E) watermelon 
A) cranberries 
B) wine 
C) corn 
D) sweet potatoes 
E) watermelon

Question 2

Soaking cassava roots in water for three nights will get rid of the cyanide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Caffeine has been found to reduce the risk of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) osteoporosis 
B) macular degeneration 
C) multiple sclerosis 
D) rheumatoid arthritis 
E) type 2 diabetes 
A) osteoporosis 
B) macular degeneration 
C) multiple sclerosis 
D) rheumatoid arthritis 
E) type 2 diabetes

Question 4

Flavonoids are found in good amounts in foods such as _____.

Accepted Answer

A) raspberries 
B) oranges 
C) strawberries 
D) coffee 
E) sunflower seeds 
A) raspberries 
B) oranges 
C) strawberries 
D) coffee 
E) sunflower seeds

Question 5

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​quercetin

Accepted Answer

A) influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds 
B) act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation 
C) bitter-tasting,insect-repelling phytochemical that is normally found only in the leaves and stalks of potato plants 
D) tightly binds to zinc,iron,calcium,magnesium,and copper,and reduces their absorption 
E) a harmful substance found in cassava
F)biologically active substances in plants that have positive effects on health
G)sulfur-containing vegetables whose outer leaves form a cross
H)eye damage caused by oxidation of the macula
I)chemical substances in animal foods,some of which may be biologically active in the body
J)a yellow-orange pigment in plants 
A) influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds 
B) act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation 
C) bitter-tasting,insect-repelling phytochemical that is normally found only in the leaves and stalks of potato plants 
D) tightly binds to zinc,iron,calcium,magnesium,and copper,and reduces their absorption 
E) a harmful substance found in cassava
F)biologically active substances in plants that have positive effects on health
G)sulfur-containing vegetables whose outer leaves form a cross
H)eye damage caused by oxidation of the macula
I)chemical substances in animal foods,some of which may be biologically active in the body
J)a yellow-orange pigment in plants

Question 6

Which food contains zoochemicals?

Accepted Answer

A) ​coffee 
B) tea 
C) eggs 
D) walnuts 
E) ​pecans 
A) ​coffee 
B) tea 
C) eggs 
D) walnuts 
E) ​pecans

Question 7

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​cyanide

Accepted Answer

A) influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds 
B) act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation 
C) bitter-tasting,insect-repelling phytochemical that is normally found only in the leaves and stalks of potato plants 
D) tightly binds to zinc,iron,calcium,magnesium,and copper,and reduces their absorption 
E) a harmful substance found in cassava
F)biologically active substances in plants that have positive effects on health
G)sulfur-containing vegetables whose outer leaves form a cross
H)eye damage caused by oxidation of the macula
I)chemical substances in animal foods,some of which may be biologically active in the body
J)a yellow-orange pigment in plants 
A) influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds 
B) act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation 
C) bitter-tasting,insect-repelling phytochemical that is normally found only in the leaves and stalks of potato plants 
D) tightly binds to zinc,iron,calcium,magnesium,and copper,and reduces their absorption 
E) a harmful substance found in cassava
F)biologically active substances in plants that have positive effects on health
G)sulfur-containing vegetables whose outer leaves form a cross
H)eye damage caused by oxidation of the macula
I)chemical substances in animal foods,some of which may be biologically active in the body
J)a yellow-orange pigment in plants

Question 8

A rich source of flavonoids is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) ​whole grains 
B) potatoes 
C) eggs 
D) cocoa 
E) ​artichokes 
A) ​whole grains 
B) potatoes 
C) eggs 
D) cocoa 
E) ​artichokes

Question 9

Phytochemicals play a variety of roles in plants,including providing protection against bacterial,viral,and fungal infections.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Deficiency diseases develop when we fail to consume phytochemicals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which phytochemical is found in the skin of red grapes,peanuts,tea,blueberries,and cranberries and plays role in the prevention of inflammation?

Accepted Answer

A) resveratrol 
B) caffeine 
C) lycopene 
D) allicin 
E) zeaxanthin 
A) resveratrol 
B) caffeine 
C) lycopene 
D) allicin 
E) zeaxanthin

Question 12

A phytochemical present in apples,onions,and grapes influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

You can identify food sources rich in phytochemicals by their bright color.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

​Kelly has read about the powerful phytonutrients in plants and wants to start consuming foods that provide her with the highest amounts of phytochemicals.She decides to go shopping and look for some of the foods she read about in her nutrition book.Kelly also wants to identify which foods will help her reduce certain health problems that she is genetically predisposed to.Answer the following questions to help Kelly with her shopping.
-Kelly has heard conflicting information about the health and safety of drinking coffee.What advice would you give her about coffee and caffeine?

Accepted Answer

A) Coffee is an essential component of a healthy diet and should be consumed regularly. 
B) Caffeine has both positive and negative health effects. 
C) Caffeine has been found to help reduce the risk of several major chronic diseases and has no potential side effects. 
D) Drink tea instead of coffee because it has more antioxidants. 
E) Caffeine should be avoided because it is highly addictive. 
A) Coffee is an essential component of a healthy diet and should be consumed regularly. 
B) Caffeine has both positive and negative health effects. 
C) Caffeine has been found to help reduce the risk of several major chronic diseases and has no potential side effects. 
D) Drink tea instead of coffee because it has more antioxidants. 
E) Caffeine should be avoided because it is highly addictive.

Question 15

Which source of caffeine is considered a non-prescription drug?

Accepted Answer

A) Dr.Pepper 
B) Rockstar Energy Shot 
C) Excedrin 
D) Cocoa 
E) Red Bull 
A) Dr.Pepper 
B) Rockstar Energy Shot 
C) Excedrin 
D) Cocoa 
E) Red Bull

Question 16

If cassava is not prepared correctly,the naturally occurring toxin _____ can cause konzo.

Accepted Answer

A) oxalic acid 
B) cyanide 
C) solanine 
D) phytate 
E) caffeine 
A) oxalic acid 
B) cyanide 
C) solanine 
D) phytate 
E) caffeine

Question 17

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​age-related macular degeneration

Accepted Answer

A) influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds 
B) act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation 
C) bitter-tasting,insect-repelling phytochemical that is normally found only in the leaves and stalks of potato plants 
D) tightly binds to zinc,iron,calcium,magnesium,and copper,and reduces their absorption 
E) a harmful substance found in cassava
F)biologically active substances in plants that have positive effects on health
G)sulfur-containing vegetables whose outer leaves form a cross
H)eye damage caused by oxidation of the macula
I)chemical substances in animal foods,some of which may be biologically active in the body
J)a yellow-orange pigment in plants 
A) influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds 
B) act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation 
C) bitter-tasting,insect-repelling phytochemical that is normally found only in the leaves and stalks of potato plants 
D) tightly binds to zinc,iron,calcium,magnesium,and copper,and reduces their absorption 
E) a harmful substance found in cassava
F)biologically active substances in plants that have positive effects on health
G)sulfur-containing vegetables whose outer leaves form a cross
H)eye damage caused by oxidation of the macula
I)chemical substances in animal foods,some of which may be biologically active in the body
J)a yellow-orange pigment in plants

Question 18

​Kelly has read about the powerful phytonutrients in plants and wants to start consuming foods that provide her with the highest amounts of phytochemicals.She decides to go shopping and look for some of the foods she read about in her nutrition book.Kelly also wants to identify which foods will help her reduce certain health problems that she is genetically predisposed to.Answer the following questions to help Kelly with her shopping.
-Which fruit will most likely help Kelly increase lycopene in her diet?

Accepted Answer

A) cantaloupe 
B) kiwi 
C) tomato 
D) banana 
E) orange 
A) cantaloupe 
B) kiwi 
C) tomato 
D) banana 
E) orange

Question 19

Diets high in _____ have been found to produce mineral deficiency diseases.

Accepted Answer

A) phytate 
B) proanthocyanidins 
C) resveratrol 
D) quercetin 
E) oxalic acid 
A) phytate 
B) proanthocyanidins 
C) resveratrol 
D) quercetin 
E) oxalic acid

Question 20

​Kelly has read about the powerful phytonutrients in plants and wants to start consuming foods that provide her with the highest amounts of phytochemicals.She decides to go shopping and look for some of the foods she read about in her nutrition book.Kelly also wants to identify which foods will help her reduce certain health problems that she is genetically predisposed to.Answer the following questions to help Kelly with her shopping.
-Kelly would like to have at least one good source of antioxidants in her diet.Which food would be her best choice?

Accepted Answer

A) pomegranates 
B) whole-grain bread 
C) cucumbers 
D) corn 
E) apple juice 
A) pomegranates 
B) whole-grain bread 
C) cucumbers 
D) corn 
E) apple juice

Exam 21: Phytochemicals

Which food is most likely a source of beta-carotene?

Soaking cassava roots in water for three nights will get rid of the cyanide.

Caffeine has been found to reduce the risk of _____.

Flavonoids are found in good amounts in foods such as _____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​quercetin

Which food contains zoochemicals?

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​cyanide

A rich source of flavonoids is _____.

Phytochemicals play a variety of roles in plants,including providing protection against bacterial,viral,and fungal infections.

Deficiency diseases develop when we fail to consume phytochemicals.

Which phytochemical is found in the skin of red grapes,peanuts,tea,blueberries,and cranberries and plays role in the prevention of inflammation?

A phytochemical present in apples,onions,and grapes influences inflammation by modifying the expression of genes that promote the production of pro-inflammatory compounds.

You can identify food sources rich in phytochemicals by their bright color.

Which source of caffeine is considered a non-prescription drug?

If cassava is not prepared correctly,the naturally occurring toxin _____ can cause konzo.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​age-related macular degeneration

Diets high in _____ have been found to produce mineral deficiency diseases.

Key Nutrition Concepts and Terms

The Inside Story about Nutrition and Health

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

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

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