Question 1

How much of our total body weight is water?

Accepted Answer

A)  30-50 percent 
B)  40-60 percent 
C)  50-70 percent 
D)  60-80 percent 
A)  30-50 percent 
B)  40-60 percent 
C)  50-70 percent 
D)  60-80 percent

Question 2

Which mineral is necessary for the regulation of blood pressure and fluid balance in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Zinc 
B)  Sodium 
C)  Iodine 
D)  Calcium 
A)  Zinc 
B)  Sodium 
C)  Iodine 
D)  Calcium

Question 3

Americans typically consume far too many refined carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Explain the difference between simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

Simple carbohydrates (also called simple

Question 5

Dehydration is more life threatening than starvation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Foods that have a high nutritional value for their caloric content are calorie-dense foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is a simple carbohydrate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Glycogen 
B)  Lactose 
C)  Fiber 
D)  Starch 
A)  Glycogen 
B)  Lactose 
C)  Fiber 
D)  Starch

Question 8

High levels of which type of cholesterol appear to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  LDL 
B)  HDL 
C)  MUFA 
D)  PUFA 
A)  LDL 
B)  HDL 
C)  MUFA 
D)  PUFA

Question 9

The recommended daily amount of sodium for a healthy adult is fewer than 2,300 milligrams, which equates to

Accepted Answer

A)  less than 1 teaspoon of table salt. 
B)  just over 1 teaspoon of table salt. 
C)  about 2 teaspoons of table salt. 
D)  just over 2 teaspoons of table salt. 
A)  less than 1 teaspoon of table salt. 
B)  just over 1 teaspoon of table salt. 
C)  about 2 teaspoons of table salt. 
D)  just over 2 teaspoons of table salt.

Question 10

Minerals are inorganic elements that the body needs to

Accepted Answer

A)  aid physiological processes, such as the absorption of vitamins. 
B)  ensure proper functioning of the nervous system. 
C)  aid in digestion and prevent bloating, gassiness, pain, and ulcers. 
D)  stored in the body since they can't be excreted. 
A)  aid physiological processes, such as the absorption of vitamins. 
B)  ensure proper functioning of the nervous system. 
C)  aid in digestion and prevent bloating, gassiness, pain, and ulcers. 
D)  stored in the body since they can't be excreted.

Question 11

Complete proteins are missing at least one amino acid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and water are essential

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrients. 
B)  vitamins. 
C)  minerals. 
D)  amino acids. 
A)  nutrients. 
B)  vitamins. 
C)  minerals. 
D)  amino acids.

Question 13

The process in which foods are broken down and absorbed or excreted by the body is metabolism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The indigestible portion of plant foods is known as the whole grain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

To support cellular growth and repair, a pregnant woman and a person recovering from surgery both need to eat

Accepted Answer

A)  extra carbohydrates. 
B)  extra protein. 
C)  extra fat. 
D)  extra fiber. 
A)  extra carbohydrates. 
B)  extra protein. 
C)  extra fat. 
D)  extra fiber.

Question 16

The human body can produce all of the essential nutrients it needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Colleen has been warned by her nutritionist that taking large amounts of a certain vitamin can be toxic because it accumulates in the liver. Which vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamin A 
B)  Vitamin B₆ 
C)  Vitamin C 
D)  Vitamin B₁₂ 
A)  Vitamin A 
B)  Vitamin B₆ 
C)  Vitamin C 
D)  Vitamin B₁₂

Question 18

Drinking too much water does not pose any serious risks to one's health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The health benefits of antioxidants in reducing heart disease has been conclusively proven by scientific studies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Dietary fats are unhealthy in any quantity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 9: Eating for a Healthier You

How much of our total body weight is water?

Which mineral is necessary for the regulation of blood pressure and fluid balance in the body?

Americans typically consume far too many refined carbohydrates.

Explain the difference between simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates.

Dehydration is more life threatening than starvation.

Foods that have a high nutritional value for their caloric content are calorie-dense foods.

Which of the following is a simple carbohydrate?

High levels of which type of cholesterol appear to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis?

The recommended daily amount of sodium for a healthy adult is fewer than 2,300 milligrams, which equates to

Minerals are inorganic elements that the body needs to

Complete proteins are missing at least one amino acid.

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and water are essential

The process in which foods are broken down and absorbed or excreted by the body is metabolism.

The indigestible portion of plant foods is known as the whole grain.

To support cellular growth and repair, a pregnant woman and a person recovering from surgery both need to eat

The human body can produce all of the essential nutrients it needs.

Colleen has been warned by her nutritionist that taking large amounts of a certain vitamin can be toxic because it accumulates in the liver. Which vitamin?

Drinking too much water does not pose any serious risks to one's health.

The health benefits of antioxidants in reducing heart disease has been conclusively proven by scientific studies.

Dietary fats are unhealthy in any quantity.

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