Question 1

Vitamin C tablet overdoses are one of the top causes of accidental death in youngsters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Vitamin B12 is most likely to be found in a meat eater's diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Thiamin is involved in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  formation of red blood cells 
B)  blood coagulation 
C)  collagen formation 
D)  energy release from carbohydrates 
E)  formation of mucopolysaccharides 
A)  formation of red blood cells 
B)  blood coagulation 
C)  collagen formation 
D)  energy release from carbohydrates 
E)  formation of mucopolysaccharides

Question 4

Which statement best describesB vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  B vitamins  are fat soluble. 
B)  B vitamins  become part of coenzymes. 
C)  B vitamins  are stored in adipose tissue. 
D)  B vitamins  are absorbed into lymph. 
E)  B vitamins  are stored and released by the liver. 
A)  B vitamins  are fat soluble. 
B)  B vitamins  become part of coenzymes. 
C)  B vitamins  are stored in adipose tissue. 
D)  B vitamins  are absorbed into lymph. 
E)  B vitamins  are stored and released by the liver.

Question 5

What factor is classified as a cancer initiator?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excess dietary fat 
B)  Obesity 
C)  Excess alcohol 
D)  Lack of physical activity 
E)  Cigarette smoke 
A)  Excess dietary fat 
B)  Obesity 
C)  Excess alcohol 
D)  Lack of physical activity 
E)  Cigarette smoke

Question 6

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
At her sister's summer barbeque, Donna looks over the meats on the table to decide which meat to choose. In lieu of her concerns about cancer risk, what meat would be her best choice?

Accepted Answer

A)  roasted turkey 
B)  pork chops 
C)  salami slices 
D)  fried chicken 
E)  cured ham 
A)  roasted turkey 
B)  pork chops 
C)  salami slices 
D)  fried chicken 
E)  cured ham

Question 7

It is established that vitamin C functions ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  as a coenzyme in the formation of red blood cells 
B)  in collagen formation 
C)  with calcium in blood coagulation 
D)  in the release of energy from nutrients 
E)  in the synthesis of genetic material 
A)  as a coenzyme in the formation of red blood cells 
B)  in collagen formation 
C)  with calcium in blood coagulation 
D)  in the release of energy from nutrients 
E)  in the synthesis of genetic material

Question 8

The inability of the stomach to produce enough acid can lead to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  atrophic gastritis 
B)  diarrhea 
C)  beriberi 
D)  hemorrhage 
E)  appendicitis 
A)  atrophic gastritis 
B)  diarrhea 
C)  beriberi 
D)  hemorrhage 
E)  appendicitis

Question 9

Which vitamins work with folate and vitamin B12 to maintain blood health?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamins C and D 
B)  vitamins B6 and K 
C)  niacin and riboflavin 
D)  vitamins D and E 
E)  vitamins C and E 
A)  vitamins C and D 
B)  vitamins B6 and K 
C)  niacin and riboflavin 
D)  vitamins D and E 
E)  vitamins C and E

Question 10

The disease pellagra is characterized by diarrhea, dermatitis, and, in severe cases, dementia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What vitamin has been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol when taken in doses 10 to 15 times the RDA?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin A 
B)  vitamin K 
C)  thiamin 
D)  niacin 
E)  vitamin E 
A)  vitamin A 
B)  vitamin K 
C)  thiamin 
D)  niacin 
E)  vitamin E

Question 12

The primary function of vitamin D is the regulation of the use of calcium and phosphorus within the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
Donna read that cruciferous vegetables may reduce the incidence of cancer at several sites. Which vegetable is a cruciferous vegetable?

Accepted Answer

A)  sweet corn 
B)  green beans 
C)  carrots 
D)  cabbage 
E)  pumpkin 
A)  sweet corn 
B)  green beans 
C)  carrots 
D)  cabbage 
E)  pumpkin

Question 14

According to the Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA) , which statement can appear on an herbal product's label?

Accepted Answer

A)  "This product will support bone health." 
B)  "This product will treat migraine headaches." 
C)  "This product will prevent heart disease." 
D)  "This product will cure a cold." 
E)  "This product will mitigate pain due to rheumatoid arthritis." 
A)  "This product will support bone health." 
B)  "This product will treat migraine headaches." 
C)  "This product will prevent heart disease." 
D)  "This product will cure a cold." 
E)  "This product will mitigate pain due to rheumatoid arthritis."

Question 15

Timothy is an overweight business systems analyst who jogs for 45 minutes nearly every morning, drinks only black coffee and water, and is fond of broccoli and tofu. What should he do to reduce his cancer risk?

Accepted Answer

A)  Limit his consumption of broccoli and tofu. 
B)  Reduce his calorie intake to achieve a healthy weight. 
C)  Switch to decaffeinated coffee or herbal tea. 
D)  Include weight training and stretches in his fitness routine. 
E)  Take vitamin supplements with extra vitamin E. 
A)  Limit his consumption of broccoli and tofu. 
B)  Reduce his calorie intake to achieve a healthy weight. 
C)  Switch to decaffeinated coffee or herbal tea. 
D)  Include weight training and stretches in his fitness routine. 
E)  Take vitamin supplements with extra vitamin E.

Question 16

The formation of collagen requires vitamin C.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Taken regularly, vitamin supplements are the best way to obtain balanced nutrition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What group consists of the fat-soluble vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamins A, D, C, and K 
B)  thiamin, niacin, vitamin A, and vitamin C 
C)  vitamins A, D, E, and K 
D)  pantothenic acid, B6, vitamin A, vitamin K 
E)  biotin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and thiamin 
A)  vitamins A, D, C, and K 
B)  thiamin, niacin, vitamin A, and vitamin C 
C)  vitamins A, D, E, and K 
D)  pantothenic acid, B6, vitamin A, vitamin K 
E)  biotin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and thiamin

Question 19

Vitamin supplements can help reduce stress, decrease fatigue, and increase energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Human population studies overwhelmingly confirm the association between breast cancer and dietary fat intake.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Vitamin C tablet overdoses are one of the top causes of accidental death in youngsters.

Vitamin B₁₂ is most likely to be found in a meat eater's diet.

Thiamin is involved in ____.

Which statement best describesB vitamins?

What factor is classified as a cancer initiator?

It is established that vitamin C functions ____.

The inability of the stomach to produce enough acid can lead to ____.

Which vitamins work with folate and vitamin B₁₂ to maintain blood health?

The disease pellagra is characterized by diarrhea, dermatitis, and, in severe cases, dementia.

What vitamin has been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol when taken in doses 10 to 15 times the RDA?

The primary function of vitamin D is the regulation of the use of calcium and phosphorus within the body.

According to the Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA) , which statement can appear on an herbal product's label?

Timothy is an overweight business systems analyst who jogs for 45 minutes nearly every morning, drinks only black coffee and water, and is fond of broccoli and tofu. What should he do to reduce his cancer risk?

The formation of collagen requires vitamin C.

Taken regularly, vitamin supplements are the best way to obtain balanced nutrition.

What group consists of the fat-soluble vitamins?

Vitamin supplements can help reduce stress, decrease fatigue, and increase energy.

Human population studies overwhelmingly confirm the association between breast cancer and dietary fat intake.

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 Proteins and Amino Acids

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 7: The Vitamins a Functional Approach

Vitamin C tablet overdoses are one of the top causes of accidental death in youngsters.

Vitamin B12 is most likely to be found in a meat eater's diet.

Thiamin is involved in ____.

Which statement best describesB vitamins?

What factor is classified as a cancer initiator?

It is established that vitamin C functions ____.

The inability of the stomach to produce enough acid can lead to ____.

Which vitamins work with folate and vitamin B12 to maintain blood health?

The disease pellagra is characterized by diarrhea, dermatitis, and, in severe cases, dementia.

What vitamin has been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol when taken in doses 10 to 15 times the RDA?

The primary function of vitamin D is the regulation of the use of calcium and phosphorus within the body.

According to the Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA) , which statement can appear on an herbal product's label?

Timothy is an overweight business systems analyst who jogs for 45 minutes nearly every morning, drinks only black coffee and water, and is fond of broccoli and tofu. What should he do to reduce his cancer risk?

The formation of collagen requires vitamin C.

Taken regularly, vitamin supplements are the best way to obtain balanced nutrition.

What group consists of the fat-soluble vitamins?

Vitamin supplements can help reduce stress, decrease fatigue, and increase energy.

Human population studies overwhelmingly confirm the association between breast cancer and dietary fat intake.

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 Proteins and Amino Acids

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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Vitamin B₁₂ is most likely to be found in a meat eater's diet.

Which vitamins work with folate and vitamin B₁₂ to maintain blood health?