Question 1

Most of the body's iron supply is found in myoglobin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Absorption of iron from plants is increased substantially if foods containing vitamin _____ are included in the same meal.

Accepted Answer

A) D 
B) E 
C) K 
D) C 
E) A 
A) D 
B) E 
C) K 
D) C 
E) A

Question 3

Calcium is essential for _____.

Accepted Answer

A) cholesterol production 
B) normal utilization of glucose 
C) protein formation 
D) blood clotting 
E) a strong immune system 
A) cholesterol production 
B) normal utilization of glucose 
C) protein formation 
D) blood clotting 
E) a strong immune system

Question 4

Iron-deficiency anemia in infants and young children is related to lasting retardation in mental development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Hypertension substantially increases the risk that a person will develop heart disease or kidney failure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​iron-deficiency anemia

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 7

Salt sensitivity is more common in _____ than in other population groups.

Accepted Answer

A) Asian Americans 
B) American Indians 
C) Caucasians 
D) African Americans 
E) Mexican Americans 
A) Asian Americans 
B) American Indians 
C) Caucasians 
D) African Americans 
E) Mexican Americans

Question 8

Only 1% of the calcium in the body is found in blood and other body fluids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Much of the sodium on this planet is in the form of sodium _____.

Accepted Answer

A) carbonate 
B) sulfate 
C) bicarbonate 
D) hydroxide 
E) chloride 
A) carbonate 
B) sulfate 
C) bicarbonate 
D) hydroxide 
E) chloride

Question 10

While at the discount store the four friends also notice a lot of food products with the claim "reduced sodium." This label means the product _____.

Accepted Answer

A) contains 75% less sodium than the customary amount 
B) contains less than 5 mg of sodium per serving 
C) contains 140 mg or less of sodium per serving 
D) contains at least 25% less sodium than the customary amount 
E) had no salt added during processing 
A) contains 75% less sodium than the customary amount 
B) contains less than 5 mg of sodium per serving 
C) contains 140 mg or less of sodium per serving 
D) contains at least 25% less sodium than the customary amount 
E) had no salt added during processing

Question 11

Excess iron absorbed into the body cannot be easily excreted and can result in diabetes,heart failure,and _____.selenosis

Accepted Answer

A) osteoporosis 
B) kidney disease 
C) joint pain 
D) selenosis 
E) liver disease 
A) osteoporosis 
B) kidney disease 
C) joint pain 
D) selenosis 
E) liver disease

Question 12

To find out which processed foods are high in sodium,you have to taste them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which food increases iron absorption?

Accepted Answer

A) tea 
B) eggs 
C) grains 
D) corn 
E) alcohol 
A) tea 
B) eggs 
C) grains 
D) corn 
E) alcohol

Question 14

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​hemoglobin

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 15

A consequence of phosphorus overdose is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) dehydration 
B) an increased risk of cardiovascular disease 
C) drowsiness 
D) increased blood lipids 
E) infertility in men 
A) dehydration 
B) an increased risk of cardiovascular disease 
C) drowsiness 
D) increased blood lipids 
E) infertility in men

Question 16

Some plants such as _____ provide appreciable amounts of calcium.

Accepted Answer

A) carrots 
B) tomatoes 
C) peas 
D) kale 
E) corn 
A) carrots 
B) tomatoes 
C) peas 
D) kale 
E) corn

Question 17

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​essential hypertension

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 18

Directly after oxygen attaches to iron in hemoglobin _____.

Accepted Answer

A) oxygen enters the lungs 
B) carbon dioxide is released from iron in hemoglobin 
C) oxygen enters the lungs. 
D) oxygenated hemoglobin is transported in blood to body cells 
E) iron in hemoglobin picks up carbon dioxide from cells and transports it to the lungs 
A) oxygen enters the lungs 
B) carbon dioxide is released from iron in hemoglobin 
C) oxygen enters the lungs. 
D) oxygenated hemoglobin is transported in blood to body cells 
E) iron in hemoglobin picks up carbon dioxide from cells and transports it to the lungs

Question 19

A consequence of iodine deficiency is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) thyroid disease 
B) hair loss 
C) slow wound healing 
D) hypertension 
E) diabetes 
A) thyroid disease 
B) hair loss 
C) slow wound healing 
D) hypertension 
E) diabetes

Question 20

Drew,Steven,Jen,and Lina are college friends who are shopping at the local discount store.As they walk through the pharmacy department,they notice the free automated blood pressure machine.For fun,they all decide to check their blood pressure.Drew's reading is 122/88 mm Hg,Steven's reading is 138/89 mm Hg,Jen's reading is 110/70 mm Hg,and Lina's reading is 100/60 mm Hg.
While in the pharmacy section,they also look through the vast array of supplements.Jen has a family history of osteoporosis and is of Asian descent.She has a small bone frame and is also a smoker.She looks at the calcium supplements but is not sure what she might need to prevent osteoporosis.
In the past,Lina has been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia and is currently not taking any dietary supplements.She shops in the iron supplement section but is also confused on what to buy.Drew and Steven decide to purchase a large bottle of multivitamins to share.Neither Drew nor Steven consistently consumes vegetables or fruits,and they think that taking a supplement would be good for their health and reduce their risk of hypertension and stroke.
-Who has prehypertension?

Accepted Answer

A) Lina 
B) Drew 
C) Steven 
D) Jen and Lina 
E) Drew and Steven 
A) Lina 
B) Drew 
C) Steven 
D) Jen and Lina 
E) Drew and Steven

Exam 23: Good Things to Know About Minerals

Most of the body's iron supply is found in myoglobin.

Absorption of iron from plants is increased substantially if foods containing vitamin _____ are included in the same meal.

Calcium is essential for _____.

Iron-deficiency anemia in infants and young children is related to lasting retardation in mental development.

Hypertension substantially increases the risk that a person will develop heart disease or kidney failure.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​iron-deficiency anemia

Salt sensitivity is more common in _____ than in other population groups.

Only 1% of the calcium in the body is found in blood and other body fluids.

Much of the sodium on this planet is in the form of sodium _____.

While at the discount store the four friends also notice a lot of food products with the claim "reduced sodium." This label means the product _____.

Excess iron absorbed into the body cannot be easily excreted and can result in diabetes,heart failure,and _____.selenosis

To find out which processed foods are high in sodium,you have to taste them.

Which food increases iron absorption?

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​hemoglobin

A consequence of phosphorus overdose is _____.

Some plants such as _____ provide appreciable amounts of calcium.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​essential hypertension

Directly after oxygen attaches to iron in hemoglobin _____.

A consequence of iodine deficiency is _____.

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

Phytochemicals

Diet and Cancer

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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