Question 1

Which type of vegetarian would eat scrambled eggs but not drink a glass of milk?

Accepted Answer

A)  vegan 
B)  lacto-ovo-vegetarian 
C)  ovo-vegetarian 
D)  semivegetarian 
E)  lacto-vegetarian 
A)  vegan 
B)  lacto-ovo-vegetarian 
C)  ovo-vegetarian 
D)  semivegetarian 
E)  lacto-vegetarian

Question 2

A food contains 12 grams of protein, 21 grams of carbohydrate, and 3 grams of total fat. What is the percentage of calories from protein in this food?

Accepted Answer

A)  17 percent 
B)  30 percent 
C)  42 percent 
D)  54 percent 
E)  It is impossible to determine this from the information given . 
A)  17 percent 
B)  30 percent 
C)  42 percent 
D)  54 percent 
E)  It is impossible to determine this from the information given .

Question 3

According to the Food Allergy Research and Education organization, what are the eight foods that cause 90 percent of all allergic reactions?

Accepted Answer

According to the Food Allergy Research a

Question 4

What is the meaning of the term "protein-sparing"?

Accepted Answer

A)  If there is not enough protein in the diet, the body cannot digest starch. 
B)  If the diet provides enough carbohydrates and fats for energy, protein can be used to make new proteins. 
C)  Fiber is needed in order to absorb amino acids into the body. 
D)  If the diet provides enough protein, glucose will be used for energy. 
E)  Protein deficiencies will cause the breakdown of muscle. 
A)  If there is not enough protein in the diet, the body cannot digest starch. 
B)  If the diet provides enough carbohydrates and fats for energy, protein can be used to make new proteins. 
C)  Fiber is needed in order to absorb amino acids into the body. 
D)  If the diet provides enough protein, glucose will be used for energy. 
E)  Protein deficiencies will cause the breakdown of muscle.

Question 5

Vegans are at particular risk for a vitamin C deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which combination of foods fails to provide all of the essential amino acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  oatmeal and whole-wheat toast 
B)  rice and beans 
C)  chili and corn bread 
D)  peanut butter on wheat bread 
E)  split-pea soup and sesame crackers 
A)  oatmeal and whole-wheat toast 
B)  rice and beans 
C)  chili and corn bread 
D)  peanut butter on wheat bread 
E)  split-pea soup and sesame crackers

Question 7

When protein reaches the ____, it is made up largely of di- and tripeptides.

Accepted Answer

A)  stomach 
B)  liver 
C)  large intestine 
D)  small intestine 
E)  esophagus 
A)  stomach 
B)  liver 
C)  large intestine 
D)  small intestine 
E)  esophagus

Question 8

Maria is at her ideal weight of 125 pounds. How much protein would you recommend she consume daily?

Accepted Answer

A)  31 grams 
B)  45 grams 
C)  63 grams 
D)  100 grams 
E)  125 grams 
A)  31 grams 
B)  45 grams 
C)  63 grams 
D)  100 grams 
E)  125 grams

Question 9

Which statement best describes the function of a  buffer in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Itemulsifies fats. 
B)  It  maintains a constant pH in body solutions. 
C)  Itfacilitates chemical reactions. 
D)  It  protects against plaque build-up in the blood vessels 
E)  Itacts as a messenger. 
A)  Itemulsifies fats. 
B)  It  maintains a constant pH in body solutions. 
C)  Itfacilitates chemical reactions. 
D)  It  protects against plaque build-up in the blood vessels 
E)  Itacts as a messenger.

Which type of vegetarian would eat scrambled eggs but not drink a glass of milk?

A food contains 12 grams of protein, 21 grams of carbohydrate, and 3 grams of total fat. What is the percentage of calories from protein in this food?

According to the Food Allergy Research and Education organization, what are the eight foods that cause 90 percent of all allergic reactions?

What is the meaning of the term "protein-sparing"?

Vegans are at particular risk for a vitamin C deficiency.

Which combination of foods fails to provide all of the essential amino acids?

When protein reaches the ____, it is made up largely of di- and tripeptides.

Maria is at her ideal weight of 125 pounds. How much protein would you recommend she consume daily?

Which statement best describes the function of a buffer in the body?

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

Which type of vegetarian would eat scrambled eggs but not drink a glass of milk?

A food contains 12 grams of protein, 21 grams of carbohydrate, and 3 grams of total fat. What is the percentage of calories from protein in this food?

According to the Food Allergy Research and Education organization, what are the eight foods that cause 90 percent of all allergic reactions?

What is the meaning of the term "protein-sparing"?

Vegans are at particular risk for a vitamin C deficiency.

Which combination of foods fails to provide all of the essential amino acids?

When protein reaches the ____, it is made up largely of di- and tripeptides.

Maria is at her ideal weight of 125 pounds. How much protein would you recommend she consume daily?

Which statement best describes the function of a buffer in the body?

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