Question 1

Which of the following isa theory on aging?

Accepted Answer

A) Errors occur in copying DNA for making protein. 
B) Levels of sex hormones,such as testosterone,become too high as one ages. 
C) The immune system becomes more efficient at preventing disease. 
D) Connective tissue becomes more flexible over time. 
A) Errors occur in copying DNA for making protein. 
B) Levels of sex hormones,such as testosterone,become too high as one ages. 
C) The immune system becomes more efficient at preventing disease. 
D) Connective tissue becomes more flexible over time.

Question 2

A "standard drink" provides about 14 grams of alcohol.Which of the following is standard alcoholic drink size for alcoholic beverages?

Accepted Answer

A) 24 oz.regular beer 
B) 5 oz.table wine 
C) 3 oz.shot of hard alcohol ("spirits") 
D) 22 oz.malt liquor 
A) 24 oz.regular beer 
B) 5 oz.table wine 
C) 3 oz.shot of hard alcohol ("spirits") 
D) 22 oz.malt liquor

Question 3

Which of the following is true about U.S.dietary intake patterns since the mid-1950s?

Accepted Answer

A) We are eating less cheese. 
B) We are consuming less saturated fat. 
C) We are eating more eggs. 
D) We are eating less chicken and fish. 
A) We are eating less cheese. 
B) We are consuming less saturated fat. 
C) We are eating more eggs. 
D) We are eating less chicken and fish.

Question 4

The decrease in lean tissue that occurs with aging can best be prevented by

Accepted Answer

A) taking amino acid supplements. 
B) a fitness plan that includes resistance exercise. 
C) eating a lot of kilocalories. 
D) taking vitamin and mineral supplements. 
A) taking amino acid supplements. 
B) a fitness plan that includes resistance exercise. 
C) eating a lot of kilocalories. 
D) taking vitamin and mineral supplements.

Question 5

The dietary manipulation that is related most significantly to longevity in animal studies is

Accepted Answer

A) protein restriction. 
B) low fat intake. 
C) calorie restriction. 
D) high carbohydrate intake. 
A) protein restriction. 
B) low fat intake. 
C) calorie restriction. 
D) high carbohydrate intake.

Question 6

Mack is constipated.Safe recommendations to alleviate constipation include

Accepted Answer

A) eating 50 grams of fiber per day. 
B) drinking more fluid. 
C) using mineral oil routinely and liberally. 
D) eating more refined grains. 
A) eating 50 grams of fiber per day. 
B) drinking more fluid. 
C) using mineral oil routinely and liberally. 
D) eating more refined grains.

Question 7

Declining production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor increase the risk for deficiency of ______ among older adults.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin B-12 
B) iron 
C) vitamin B-6 
D) calcium 
A) vitamin B-12 
B) iron 
C) vitamin B-6 
D) calcium

Question 8

Meals on Wheels is a nutrition program that

Accepted Answer

A) serves meals to older adults in a congregate setting. 
B) provides nutrition education to older adults in senior centers. 
C) collects leftover food from restaurants and grocery stores. 
D) delivers meals to older adults in their homes. 
A) serves meals to older adults in a congregate setting. 
B) provides nutrition education to older adults in senior centers. 
C) collects leftover food from restaurants and grocery stores. 
D) delivers meals to older adults in their homes.

Question 9

Which of the following is not a component of the Mediterranean diet?

Accepted Answer

A) Abstinence from alcohol 
B) Plentiful intake of fruits and vegetables 
C) Olive oil 
D) Frequent consumption of fish 
A) Abstinence from alcohol 
B) Plentiful intake of fruits and vegetables 
C) Olive oil 
D) Frequent consumption of fish

Which of the following isa theory on aging?

A "standard drink" provides about 14 grams of alcohol.Which of the following is standard alcoholic drink size for alcoholic beverages?

Which of the following is true about U.S.dietary intake patterns since the mid-1950s?

The decrease in lean tissue that occurs with aging can best be prevented by

The dietary manipulation that is related most significantly to longevity in animal studies is

Mack is constipated.Safe recommendations to alleviate constipation include

Declining production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor increase the risk for deficiency of ______ among older adults.

Meals on Wheels is a nutrition program that

Which of the following is not a component of the Mediterranean diet?

Nutrition, food Choices, and Health

Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

The Human Body: A Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Overview of Micronutrients and Phytochemicals

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Body Defenses

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Micronutrient Function in Energy Metabolism

Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

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Exam 20: Nutrition During Adulthood

Which of the following isa theory on aging?

A "standard drink" provides about 14 grams of alcohol.Which of the following is standard alcoholic drink size for alcoholic beverages?

Which of the following is true about U.S.dietary intake patterns since the mid-1950s?

The decrease in lean tissue that occurs with aging can best be prevented by

The dietary manipulation that is related most significantly to longevity in animal studies is

Mack is constipated.Safe recommendations to alleviate constipation include

Declining production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor increase the risk for deficiency of ______ among older adults.

Meals on Wheels is a nutrition program that

Which of the following is not a component of the Mediterranean diet?

Nutrition, food Choices, and Health

Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

The Human Body: A Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Overview of Micronutrients and Phytochemicals

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Body Defenses

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Micronutrient Function in Energy Metabolism

Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

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