Question 1

The National Cancer Institute estimates that most cancers are caused by a person's genetic makeup.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

What are four nutrition/physical-activity-related recommendations to reduce the risk of colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to colon cancer, the best

Question 3

Herbal supplements are unregulated and possibly unsafe.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A general function of vitamin C is its action as a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  antioxidant 
B)  antiviral agent 
C)  anti-cancer agent 
D)  anti-anxiety agent 
E)  free radical 
A)  antioxidant 
B)  antiviral agent 
C)  anti-cancer agent 
D)  anti-anxiety agent 
E)  free radical

Question 5

Excesses of the fat-soluble vitamins are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  converted to inert byproducts by the liver 
B)  excreted in feces 
C)  excreted in urine 
D)  stored in the pancreas 
E)  stored in the liver and in body fat 
A)  converted to inert byproducts by the liver 
B)  excreted in feces 
C)  excreted in urine 
D)  stored in the pancreas 
E)  stored in the liver and in body fat

Question 6

Vitamins promote growth and reproduction and help maintain health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What food is an unlikely source of beta-carotene?

Accepted Answer

A)  almonds 
B)  avocadoes 
C)  romaine  lettuce 
D)  salmon 
E)  chicken 
A)  almonds 
B)  avocadoes 
C)  romaine  lettuce 
D)  salmon 
E)  chicken

Question 8

Phytochemicals in supplements are superior to the phytochemicals found in foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Folate is found only in animal products.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Why is it unnecessary to pay special attention to dietary biotin or pantothenic acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are widespread in foods. 
B)  They are nonessential nutrients. 
C)  They each have only a single function in the body. 
D)  They are stored in large quantities within the liver. 
E)  They are needed in very minute quantities. 
A)  They are widespread in foods. 
B)  They are nonessential nutrients. 
C)  They each have only a single function in the body. 
D)  They are stored in large quantities within the liver. 
E)  They are needed in very minute quantities.

Question 11

List the antioxidant nutrients and briefly describe general functions of these nutrients in the body.

Accepted Answer

The antioxidant nutrients are vitamin C,

Question 12

When a water-soluble vitamin is consumed in excess of body needs, typically the excess ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  is unabsorbed during digestion 
B)  is excreted in the urine 
C)  is stored in the liver, bone, and adipose tissue 
D)  is excreted during respiration 
E)  will reach toxic levels in the body 
A)  is unabsorbed during digestion 
B)  is excreted in the urine 
C)  is stored in the liver, bone, and adipose tissue 
D)  is excreted during respiration 
E)  will reach toxic levels in the body

Question 13

Vitamin A is water soluble and found in the non-fat part of the milk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In two to three paragraphs, provide a brief overview of the water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

Accepted Answer

Vitamins fall into two categories: those

Question 15

What are "free radicals"?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chemicals in some animal foods thought to promote certain cancers 
B)  Dietary supplements that reduce the risk of skin cancer 
C)  Toxic compounds created in the body that may contribute to certain chronic diseases 
D)  Compounds abundant in the Mediterranean diet that reduce the risk of heart disease 
E)  Chemicals, found primarily in fruits, that enhance the body's ability to repair DNA 
A)  Chemicals in some animal foods thought to promote certain cancers 
B)  Dietary supplements that reduce the risk of skin cancer 
C)  Toxic compounds created in the body that may contribute to certain chronic diseases 
D)  Compounds abundant in the Mediterranean diet that reduce the risk of heart disease 
E)  Chemicals, found primarily in fruits, that enhance the body's ability to repair DNA

Question 16

Macular degeneration may be delayed if the diet regularly includes carotenoids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Isoflavones are phytochemicals found in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  soy products 
B)  citrus fruits 
C)  pumpkin 
D)  tomatoes 
E)  cruciferous vegetables 
A)  soy products 
B)  citrus fruits 
C)  pumpkin 
D)  tomatoes 
E)  cruciferous vegetables

Question 18

When consumed in adequate amounts before and early in pregnancy, folate may prevent cases of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  neural tube defects 
B)  rickets 
C)  scurvy 
D)  morning sickness 
E)  insomnia 
A)  neural tube defects 
B)  rickets 
C)  scurvy 
D)  morning sickness 
E)  insomnia

Question 19

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 can lower her risk of skin cancer by consuming foods high in beta-carotene such as _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  cucumbers 
B)  apples 
C)  cantaloupe 
D)  bananas 
E)  avocados 
A)  cucumbers 
B)  apples 
C)  cantaloupe 
D)  bananas 
E)  avocados

Question 20

The replacement of red blood cells depends most heavily on ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin 
B)  riboflavin 
C)  niacin 
D)  folate 
E)  vitamin B6 
A)  thiamin 
B)  riboflavin 
C)  niacin 
D)  folate 
E)  vitamin B6

The National Cancer Institute estimates that most cancers are caused by a person's genetic makeup.

What are four nutrition/physical-activity-related recommendations to reduce the risk of colon cancer?

Herbal supplements are unregulated and possibly unsafe.

A general function of vitamin C is its action as a(n) ____.

Excesses of the fat-soluble vitamins are ____.

Vitamins promote growth and reproduction and help maintain health.

What food is an unlikely source of beta-carotene?

Phytochemicals in supplements are superior to the phytochemicals found in foods.

Folate is found only in animal products.

Why is it unnecessary to pay special attention to dietary biotin or pantothenic acid?

List the antioxidant nutrients and briefly describe general functions of these nutrients in the body.

When a water-soluble vitamin is consumed in excess of body needs, typically the excess ____.

Vitamin A is water soluble and found in the non-fat part of the milk.

In two to three paragraphs, provide a brief overview of the water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

What are "free radicals"?

Macular degeneration may be delayed if the diet regularly includes carotenoids.

Isoflavones are phytochemicals found in ____.

When consumed in adequate amounts before and early in pregnancy, folate may prevent cases of ____.

The replacement of red blood cells depends most heavily on ____.

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

The National Cancer Institute estimates that most cancers are caused by a person's genetic makeup.

What are four nutrition/physical-activity-related recommendations to reduce the risk of colon cancer?

Herbal supplements are unregulated and possibly unsafe.

A general function of vitamin C is its action as a(n) ____.

Excesses of the fat-soluble vitamins are ____.

Vitamins promote growth and reproduction and help maintain health.

What food is an unlikely source of beta-carotene?

Phytochemicals in supplements are superior to the phytochemicals found in foods.

Folate is found only in animal products.

Why is it unnecessary to pay special attention to dietary biotin or pantothenic acid?

List the antioxidant nutrients and briefly describe general functions of these nutrients in the body.

When a water-soluble vitamin is consumed in excess of body needs, typically the excess ____.

Vitamin A is water soluble and found in the non-fat part of the milk.

In two to three paragraphs, provide a brief overview of the water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

What are "free radicals"?

Macular degeneration may be delayed if the diet regularly includes carotenoids.

Isoflavones are phytochemicals found in ____.

When consumed in adequate amounts before and early in pregnancy, folate may prevent cases of ____.

The replacement of red blood cells depends most heavily on ____.

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

Filters