Question 1

Which protein provides about 20 g of carbohydrate in a half-cup serving?

Accepted Answer

A)  nuts 
B)  chicken 
C)  red meat 
D)  legumes 
E)  pork 
A)  nuts 
B)  chicken 
C)  red meat 
D)  legumes 
E)  pork

Question 2

A friend says he is on the "keto diet" and eats no carbohydrates. His body converts his dietary protein to glucose through ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  gluconeogenesis 
B)  protein-deleting action 
C)  ketosis 
D)  acid-base balance 
E)  hypoglycemia 
A)  gluconeogenesis 
B)  protein-deleting action 
C)  ketosis 
D)  acid-base balance 
E)  hypoglycemia

Question 3

Plant polysaccharides composed of many glucose molecules are ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Plant polysaccharides composed of many glucose molecules...

Question 4

The decay of teeth is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The decay of teeth is ________....

Question 5

Which sugar is sold only in liquid form and is used as a food additive to help preserve freshness and prevent shrinkage?

Accepted Answer

A)  molasses 
B)  invert sugar 
C)  turbinado sugar 
D)  high-fructose syrup 
E)  brown sugar 
A)  molasses 
B)  invert sugar 
C)  turbinado sugar 
D)  high-fructose syrup 
E)  brown sugar

Question 6

Fibers that have gel-forming properties are ________.

Accepted Answer

viscous, o

Question 7

Which nonnutritive artificial sweetener is herb-derived and generally recognized as safe?

Accepted Answer

A)  stevia 
B)  aspartame 
C)  saccharine 
D)  sucralose 
E)  advantame 
A)  stevia 
B)  aspartame 
C)  saccharine 
D)  sucralose 
E)  advantame

Question 8

Which of the following is common indicator of prediabetes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Insulin resistance 
B)  Severe hunger 4-5 hours after a meal 
C)  Bloating and indigestion 
D)  More than two episodes/week of Consumption of carbohydrates 
A)  Insulin resistance 
B)  Severe hunger 4-5 hours after a meal 
C)  Bloating and indigestion 
D)  More than two episodes/week of Consumption of carbohydrates

Question 9

Which of the following enzymes begins digestion?

Accepted Answer

A)  amylase 
B)  maltase 
C)  sucrase 
D)  lactase 
E)  pancreatic amylase 
A)  amylase 
B)  maltase 
C)  sucrase 
D)  lactase 
E)  pancreatic amylase

Question 10

only after 30 minutes of exercise When is glucose available to supply energy to the brain and other tissues?

Accepted Answer

A)  only after 30 minutes of exercise 
B)  only after 60 minutes of exercise 
C)  only after eating a meal with carbohydrates 
D)  only after eating a low-carbohydrate meal 
E)  anytime 
A)  only after 30 minutes of exercise 
B)  only after 60 minutes of exercise 
C)  only after eating a meal with carbohydrates 
D)  only after eating a low-carbohydrate meal 
E)  anytime

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a feature of high-fiber foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  effective in weight control 
B)  provide a feeling of fullness 
C)  are lower in fat and simple sugars 
D)  provide more energy per gram than processed and junk foods 
E)  prevent constipation. 
A)  effective in weight control 
B)  provide a feeling of fullness 
C)  are lower in fat and simple sugars 
D)  provide more energy per gram than processed and junk foods 
E)  prevent constipation.

Question 12

A person eating lots of rolled oats, carrots, and legumes would have a diet with a glycemic index that is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  very low 
B)  low 
C)  moderate 
D)  high 
E)  very high 
A)  very low 
B)  low 
C)  moderate 
D)  high 
E)  very high

Question 13

High-fructose corn syrup is made of roughly 50% fructose and 50% _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  glucose 
B)  maltose 
C)  sucrose 
D)  galactose 
E)  lactose 
A)  glucose 
B)  maltose 
C)  sucrose 
D)  galactose 
E)  lactose

Question 14

The enzyme required to digest the disaccharide lactose into its component monosaccharides is called "________."

Accepted Answer

The answer of The enzyme required to digest the disaccharide...

Question 15

One way to prevent dental caries is to restrict the intake of sugary foods. A more effective way is to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  brush and floss regularly 
B)  consume raisins between meals 
C)  substitute honey for table sugar 
D)  eat smaller portions of snack foods and space them throughout the day 
E)  drink hot beverages when eating sugary foods 
A)  brush and floss regularly 
B)  consume raisins between meals 
C)  substitute honey for table sugar 
D)  eat smaller portions of snack foods and space them throughout the day 
E)  drink hot beverages when eating sugary foods

Question 16

Which statement about the overconsumption of sugary soft drinks is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  The liquid form of sugar makes it easier to overconsume kcalories. 
B)  Sweet beverages cost less than other energy sources and are readily available. 
C)  Sweet beverages are energy-dense. 
D)  Most people limit sugar-laden soda consumption to 12 oz per day. 
E)  Drinking water instead of soda can help a person lose 10 pounds in 1 year. 
A)  The liquid form of sugar makes it easier to overconsume kcalories. 
B)  Sweet beverages cost less than other energy sources and are readily available. 
C)  Sweet beverages are energy-dense. 
D)  Most people limit sugar-laden soda consumption to 12 oz per day. 
E)  Drinking water instead of soda can help a person lose 10 pounds in 1 year.

Question 17

Which statement about hypoglycemia is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is treated with insulin injections. 
B)  It is defined as an abnormally low blood glucose concentration. 
C)  Symptoms include weakness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, anxiety, hunger, and trembling. 
D)  It rarely occurs in otherwise healthy people. 
E)  It occurs without notice. 
A)  It is treated with insulin injections. 
B)  It is defined as an abnormally low blood glucose concentration. 
C)  Symptoms include weakness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, anxiety, hunger, and trembling. 
D)  It rarely occurs in otherwise healthy people. 
E)  It occurs without notice.

Question 18

List and briefly discuss ways to reduce the intake of added sugars.

Accepted Answer

Use less table sugar on foods and in bev

Question 19

Approximately how much of the body's total glycogen content is found in the liver?

Accepted Answer

A)  1/10 
B)  1/4 
C)  1/3 
D)  ½ 
E)  3/4 
A)  1/10 
B)  1/4 
C)  1/3 
D)  ½ 
E)  3/4

Question 20

Which statement accurately describes lactose intolerance?

Accepted Answer

A)  Its prevalence is highest among northern Europeans. 
B)  Symptoms include bloating, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea. 
C)  Most people who claim to be lactose-intolerant have been clinically diagnosed. 
D)  Eliminating milk products from the diet is required to alleviate symptoms. 
E)  Commercially prepared milk products like Lactaid show no benefits to the lactose-intolerant. 
A)  Its prevalence is highest among northern Europeans. 
B)  Symptoms include bloating, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea. 
C)  Most people who claim to be lactose-intolerant have been clinically diagnosed. 
D)  Eliminating milk products from the diet is required to alleviate symptoms. 
E)  Commercially prepared milk products like Lactaid show no benefits to the lactose-intolerant.

Exam 4: The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

Which protein provides about 20 g of carbohydrate in a half-cup serving?

A friend says he is on the "keto diet" and eats no carbohydrates. His body converts his dietary protein to glucose through ________.

Plant polysaccharides composed of many glucose molecules are ________.

The decay of teeth is ________.

Which sugar is sold only in liquid form and is used as a food additive to help preserve freshness and prevent shrinkage?

Fibers that have gel-forming properties are ________.

Which nonnutritive artificial sweetener is herb-derived and generally recognized as safe?

Which of the following is common indicator of prediabetes?

Which of the following enzymes begins digestion?

only after 30 minutes of exercise When is glucose available to supply energy to the brain and other tissues?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of high-fiber foods?

A person eating lots of rolled oats, carrots, and legumes would have a diet with a glycemic index that is ____.

High-fructose corn syrup is made of roughly 50% fructose and 50% _______.

The enzyme required to digest the disaccharide lactose into its component monosaccharides is called "________."

One way to prevent dental caries is to restrict the intake of sugary foods. A more effective way is to ________.

Which statement about the overconsumption of sugary soft drinks is FALSE?

Which statement about hypoglycemia is FALSE?

List and briefly discuss ways to reduce the intake of added sugars.

Approximately how much of the body's total glycogen content is found in the liver?

Which statement accurately describes lactose intolerance?

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products

Enteral Nutrition Support

Parenteral Nutrition Support

Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Liver Disease and Gallstones

Diabetes Mellitus

Cardiovascular Diseases

Kidney Diseases

Cancer and Hiv Infection

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