Question 1

When mast cells release histamine, an allergic reaction can occur.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Depending on the circumstances, protein in the diet can be converted to either glucose or fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Complementary protein sources must be eaten within two hours of one another to meet the body's need for essential amino acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What mineral is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  potassium 
B)  calcium 
C)  sodium 
D)  chromium 
E)  magnesium 
A)  potassium 
B)  calcium 
C)  sodium 
D)  chromium 
E)  magnesium

Question 5

Soybeans differ from other legumes because they ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  are high in protein 
B)  contain fiber 
C)  supply all of the essential amino acids 
D)  are high in carbohydrates 
E)  supply all necessary vitamins and minerals as well as protein 
A)  are high in protein 
B)  contain fiber 
C)  supply all of the essential amino acids 
D)  are high in carbohydrates 
E)  supply all necessary vitamins and minerals as well as protein

Question 6

What is a reliable source of vitamin B  12  for a vegan?

Accepted Answer

A)  fortified soy milk 
B)  seaweed 
C)  fermented soy 
D)  firm-style tofu 
E)  fortified margarine 
A)  fortified soy milk 
B)  seaweed 
C)  fermented soy 
D)  firm-style tofu 
E)  fortified margarine

Question 7

Vignette #2 Maggie and her mom are in the supermarket shopping for dinner. Maggie wants to try soy burgers for dinner. Her mother says, "What is the big deal about soy? Why should we try soy burgers or other vegetarian-type foods?" Maggie has learned about the benefits of vegetarian eating patterns while taking a nutrition course and begins to explain to her mom why soy might be good for both of them. Let's see if you know as much as Maggie about soy and other vegetarian nutrition considerations by answering the following questions.
Maggie explains to her mother that there are different types of vegetarian eating patterns. Which type of vegetarian would consider incorporating foods that are fortified in omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  ovo-vegetarians 
B)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians 
C)  vegans 
D)  pesce-vegetarians 
E)  pollo-vegetarians 
A)  ovo-vegetarians 
B)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians 
C)  vegans 
D)  pesce-vegetarians 
E)  pollo-vegetarians

Question 8

Legumes are rich in B vitamins and ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin C 
B)  fiber 
C)  fat 
D)  vitamin K 
E)  iron 
A)  vitamin C 
B)  fiber 
C)  fat 
D)  vitamin K 
E)  iron

Question 9

There are drugs available to cure wheat food allergies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Disruption of a protein chain's normal shape due to heat or acidity is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hydrogenation 
B)  denaturation 
C)  digestion 
D)  condensation 
E)  hydrolysis 
A)  hydrogenation 
B)  denaturation 
C)  digestion 
D)  condensation 
E)  hydrolysis

Question 11

Which type of vegetarian excludes all animal-derived foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  semi-vegetarian 
B)  lacto-vegetarian 
C)  vegan 
D)  ovo-vegetarian 
E)  pollo-vegetarian 
A)  semi-vegetarian 
B)  lacto-vegetarian 
C)  vegan 
D)  ovo-vegetarian 
E)  pollo-vegetarian

Question 12

The main difference between a food intolerance and a food allergy is the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  involvement of the immune system 
B)  development of hives 
C)  occurrence of intestinal cramps 
D)  presence of a migraine headache 
E)  involvement of the respiratory system 
A)  involvement of the immune system 
B)  development of hives 
C)  occurrence of intestinal cramps 
D)  presence of a migraine headache 
E)  involvement of the respiratory system

Question 13

What vitamin is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  folate 
B)  vitamin C 
C)  vitamin B  12  
D)  thiamin 
E)  riboflavin 
A)  folate 
B)  vitamin C 
C)  vitamin B  12  
D)  thiamin 
E)  riboflavin

Question 14

Describe what distinguishes gluten sensitivity from a wheat allergy or celiac disease.

Accepted Answer

Non-celiac gluten sensitivity, or gluten

Question 15

The DRI recommend a protein intake of _____ gram(s) per kilogram of desirable body weight per day.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.2 
B)  0.8 
C)  1.2 
D)  1.8 
E)  2.6 
A)  0.2 
B)  0.8 
C)  1.2 
D)  1.8 
E)  2.6

Question 16

When there is a great shortage of amino acids, the body must break down such tissues as blood, muscle, and skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What would be the best way for Denarius to modify his prize-winning chili recipe to make its protein content more healthful?

Accepted Answer

A)  Replace the canned diced tomatoes with fresh diced tomatoes. 
B)  Replace the extra lean ground beef with ground turkey (with the skin ground in) . 
C)  Reduce the amount of kidney beans and add more ground beef. 
D)  Reduce the amount of ground beef and add more kidney beans and celery. 
E)  Replace ground beef with pork sausage and add cubed cheddar cheese. 
A)  Replace the canned diced tomatoes with fresh diced tomatoes. 
B)  Replace the extra lean ground beef with ground turkey (with the skin ground in) . 
C)  Reduce the amount of kidney beans and add more ground beef. 
D)  Reduce the amount of ground beef and add more kidney beans and celery. 
E)  Replace ground beef with pork sausage and add cubed cheddar cheese.

Question 18

Vignette #1 John has started working out at the local gym and has been buying protein-packed snack bars and other high-protein foods. He started at 180 pounds and has increased his weight to 195 pounds. He is convinced the extra weight is all muscle. His wife, Jill, thinks that the there may be risks involved with eating extra protein. They decide to find out more about how much protein they need and explore the risks associated with consuming too much as well as too little protein.   Based on your text, answer the following questions.
Now that John is eating protein bars and shakes, he is consuming more protein and calories daily than he requires. What most likely happens to the excess protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is converted to muscle tissue. 
B)  It is stored until needed for muscle tissue repair. 
C)  It is converted to fat for energy storage. 
D)  It is converted to glucose for energy. 
E)  It is used to synthesize essential amino acids. 
A)  It is converted to muscle tissue. 
B)  It is stored until needed for muscle tissue repair. 
C)  It is converted to fat for energy storage. 
D)  It is converted to glucose for energy. 
E)  It is used to synthesize essential amino acids.

Question 19

What is immunoglobulin E (IgE) ?

Accepted Answer

A)  A specialized immune cell that stores histamine 
B)  A type of antibody that circulates through the blood 
C)  A chemical produced by mast cells 
D)  A fragment of food that can cause an adverse reaction 
E)  A substance released by cells of the immune system during an allergic reaction 
A)  A specialized immune cell that stores histamine 
B)  A type of antibody that circulates through the blood 
C)  A chemical produced by mast cells 
D)  A fragment of food that can cause an adverse reaction 
E)  A substance released by cells of the immune system during an allergic reaction

Question 20

Which food selection is the lowest in protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fruit salad 
B)  Chili and a roll 
C)  A low-fat hot dog with mustard 
D)  A grilled chicken sandwich with tomato 
E)  A peanut butter sandwich 
A)  Fruit salad 
B)  Chili and a roll 
C)  A low-fat hot dog with mustard 
D)  A grilled chicken sandwich with tomato 
E)  A peanut butter sandwich

When mast cells release histamine, an allergic reaction can occur.

Depending on the circumstances, protein in the diet can be converted to either glucose or fat.

Complementary protein sources must be eaten within two hours of one another to meet the body's need for essential amino acids.

What mineral is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?

Soybeans differ from other legumes because they ____.

What is a reliable source of vitamin B ₁₂ for a vegan?

Legumes are rich in B vitamins and ____.

There are drugs available to cure wheat food allergies.

Disruption of a protein chain's normal shape due to heat or acidity is called ____.

Which type of vegetarian excludes all animal-derived foods?

The main difference between a food intolerance and a food allergy is the ____.

What vitamin is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?

Describe what distinguishes gluten sensitivity from a wheat allergy or celiac disease.

The DRI recommend a protein intake of _____ gram(s) per kilogram of desirable body weight per day.

When there is a great shortage of amino acids, the body must break down such tissues as blood, muscle, and skin.

What would be the best way for Denarius to modify his prize-winning chili recipe to make its protein content more healthful?

What is immunoglobulin E (IgE) ?

Which food selection is the lowest in protein?

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Lipids Fats and Oils

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

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Exam 6: The Proteins and Amino Acids

When mast cells release histamine, an allergic reaction can occur.

Depending on the circumstances, protein in the diet can be converted to either glucose or fat.

Complementary protein sources must be eaten within two hours of one another to meet the body's need for essential amino acids.

What mineral is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?

Soybeans differ from other legumes because they ____.

What is a reliable source of vitamin B 12 for a vegan?

Legumes are rich in B vitamins and ____.

There are drugs available to cure wheat food allergies.

Disruption of a protein chain's normal shape due to heat or acidity is called ____.

Which type of vegetarian excludes all animal-derived foods?

The main difference between a food intolerance and a food allergy is the ____.

What vitamin is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?

Describe what distinguishes gluten sensitivity from a wheat allergy or celiac disease.

The DRI recommend a protein intake of _____ gram(s) per kilogram of desirable body weight per day.

When there is a great shortage of amino acids, the body must break down such tissues as blood, muscle, and skin.

What would be the best way for Denarius to modify his prize-winning chili recipe to make its protein content more healthful?

What is immunoglobulin E (IgE) ?

Which food selection is the lowest in protein?

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Lipids Fats and Oils

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

Filters

What is a reliable source of vitamin B ₁₂ for a vegan?