Question 1

Which health claim has been approved by the FDA for usage on bean packages and cans?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Diets including beans may reduce your risk of heart disease and certain cancers." 
B)  "Diets including beans may reduce your risk of high blood pressure." 
C)  "Diets including beans may reduce a woman's risk of having a child with a brain or spinal cord defect." 
D)  "Diets including beans may reduce the risk of osteoporosis." 
E)  "Diets including beans may increase HDL-cholesterol." 
A)  "Diets including beans may reduce your risk of heart disease and certain cancers." 
B)  "Diets including beans may reduce your risk of high blood pressure." 
C)  "Diets including beans may reduce a woman's risk of having a child with a brain or spinal cord defect." 
D)  "Diets including beans may reduce the risk of osteoporosis." 
E)  "Diets including beans may increase HDL-cholesterol."

Question 2

___________ initiates denaturation, the first step in breakdown of a protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  Saliva in the mouth 
B)  Bile in the small intestine 
C)  Bicarbonate in the stomach 
D)  Pancreatic enzymes in the small intestine 
E)  Hydrochloric acid in the stomach 
A)  Saliva in the mouth 
B)  Bile in the small intestine 
C)  Bicarbonate in the stomach 
D)  Pancreatic enzymes in the small intestine 
E)  Hydrochloric acid in the stomach

Question 3

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 4

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 suggests to her mother that they should try some different types of foods that include soybeans. What soy-containing food is a soft cheese-like food that is commonly stir-fried?

Accepted Answer

A)  Edamame 
B)  Tempeh 
C)  Tofu 
D)  Soybean curd 
E)  Miso 
A)  Edamame 
B)  Tempeh 
C)  Tofu 
D)  Soybean curd 
E)  Miso

Question 5

The quality of a protein depends upon the proportion of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  essential amino acids present 
B)  essential fatty acids present 
C)  nonessential amino acids present 
D)  nitrogen to give nitrogen equilibrium 
E)  nitrogen to give positive nitrogen balance 
A)  essential amino acids present 
B)  essential fatty acids present 
C)  nonessential amino acids present 
D)  nitrogen to give nitrogen equilibrium 
E)  nitrogen to give positive nitrogen balance

Question 6

Four friends are dining out, and the waiter brings their orders, but one of them is wrong. Which person's order is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lenny, a vegan who is served a bean burrito with guacamole 
B)  Minnie, an lacto-vegetarian who is served a mushroom-tomato omelet 
C)  Vinny, a ovo-vegetarian who is served spinach quiche (egg-based pie) 
D)  Penny, a lacto-ovo-vegetarian who is served a fruit plate with yogurt 
E)  Ginny, a pollo-vegetarian who is served chicken breast and brown rice 
A)  Lenny, a vegan who is served a bean burrito with guacamole 
B)  Minnie, an lacto-vegetarian who is served a mushroom-tomato omelet 
C)  Vinny, a ovo-vegetarian who is served spinach quiche (egg-based pie) 
D)  Penny, a lacto-ovo-vegetarian who is served a fruit plate with yogurt 
E)  Ginny, a pollo-vegetarian who is served chicken breast and brown rice

Question 7

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 8

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 9

The average American's protein intake features ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  inadequate intake of high-quality proteins 
B)  excess intake of animal proteins 
C)  inadequate intake of animal proteins 
D)  excess intake of low-quality proteins 
E)  balanced intake of low- and high-quality proteins 
A)  inadequate intake of high-quality proteins 
B)  excess intake of animal proteins 
C)  inadequate intake of animal proteins 
D)  excess intake of low-quality proteins 
E)  balanced intake of low- and high-quality proteins

Question 10

Matt is at his ideal weight of 190 pounds. How much protein would you recommend he consume daily?

Accepted Answer

A)  38 grams 
B)  45 grams 
C)  69 grams 
D)  76 grams 
E)  152 grams 
A)  38 grams 
B)  45 grams 
C)  69 grams 
D)  76 grams 
E)  152 grams

Question 11

The best advice for someone who is a vegetarian to obtain enough protein in the diet is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  find out how much of each essential amino acid is required daily 
B)  determine how much of each amino acid is contained in favorite foods 
C)  consume a varied diet on a daily basis 
D)  take amino acid supplements 
E)  keep detailed records of all foods consumed and calculate nutrient intakes 
A)  find out how much of each essential amino acid is required daily 
B)  determine how much of each amino acid is contained in favorite foods 
C)  consume a varied diet on a daily basis 
D)  take amino acid supplements 
E)  keep detailed records of all foods consumed and calculate nutrient intakes

Question 12

________ is the vitamin that is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet.

Accepted Answer

A)  Folate 
B)  Vitamin C 
C)  Vitamin B12 
D)  Thiamin 
E)  Riboflavin 
A)  Folate 
B)  Vitamin C 
C)  Vitamin B12 
D)  Thiamin 
E)  Riboflavin

Question 13

Match between columns
                        Premises: immunoglobulin E
buffers
gluten
celiac disease
alkalosis
hormones
antigens
cross-reaction
innate immunity
antibodies
transport proteins
pH
immunity
food intolerance
acidosis
food allergy
bases
food allergen
histamine
enzymes
acids
anaphylaxis

Accepted Answer

The Answer of compounds that accept hydrogens from solutions and is...

Question 14

Eating only plant foods will not provide enough protein to meet daily needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Brian eats 210 g of protein and 2,500 calories. Is he within the AMDR recommendation for protein intake?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes, he is within the recommendation of 10to 35percent. 
B)  Yes, he is within the recommendation of 20 to 35 percent. 
C)  No, he is above the recommendation of 10 to 35 percent. 
D)  No, he is below the recommendation of 20 to 25 percent. 
E)  There is not enough information provided to determine the answer. 
A)  Yes, he is within the recommendation of 10to 35percent. 
B)  Yes, he is within the recommendation of 20 to 35 percent. 
C)  No, he is above the recommendation of 10 to 35 percent. 
D)  No, he is below the recommendation of 20 to 25 percent. 
E)  There is not enough information provided to determine the answer.

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

Which two minerals need special attention in the diets of all vegetarians?

Accepted Answer

A)  Iodine and iron 
B)  Iron and zinc 
C)  Calcium and phosphorus 
D)  Magnesium and sodium 
E)  Potassium and manganese 
A)  Iodine and iron 
B)  Iron and zinc 
C)  Calcium and phosphorus 
D)  Magnesium and sodium 
E)  Potassium and manganese

Question 18

Vegans are at particular risk for a vitamin C deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

With energy needs met in the diet, excess protein is stored as muscle or lean body mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

There is no practical source of vitamin D in plant foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which health claim has been approved by the FDA for usage on bean packages and cans?

___________ initiates denaturation, the first step in breakdown of a protein.

Soybeans differ from other legumes because they ____.

The quality of a protein depends upon the proportion of ____.

Four friends are dining out, and the waiter brings their orders, but one of them is wrong. Which person's order is incorrect?

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

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

The average American's protein intake features ____.

Matt is at his ideal weight of 190 pounds. How much protein would you recommend he consume daily?

The best advice for someone who is a vegetarian to obtain enough protein in the diet is to ____.

________ is the vitamin that is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet.

Eating only plant foods will not provide enough protein to meet daily needs.

Brian eats 210 g of protein and 2,500 calories. Is he within the AMDR recommendation for protein intake?

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

Which two minerals need special attention in the diets of all vegetarians?

Vegans are at particular risk for a vitamin C deficiency.

With energy needs met in the diet, excess protein is stored as muscle or lean body mass.

There is no practical source of vitamin D in plant foods.

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Exam 6: The Proteins and Amino Acidsspotlight: Vegetarian Eating Patterns

Which health claim has been approved by the FDA for usage on bean packages and cans?

___________ initiates denaturation, the first step in breakdown of a protein.

Soybeans differ from other legumes because they ____.

The quality of a protein depends upon the proportion of ____.

Four friends are dining out, and the waiter brings their orders, but one of them is wrong. Which person's order is incorrect?

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

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

The average American's protein intake features ____.

Matt is at his ideal weight of 190 pounds. How much protein would you recommend he consume daily?

The best advice for someone who is a vegetarian to obtain enough protein in the diet is to ____.

________ is the vitamin that is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet.

Eating only plant foods will not provide enough protein to meet daily needs.

Brian eats 210 g of protein and 2,500 calories. Is he within the AMDR recommendation for protein intake?

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

Which two minerals need special attention in the diets of all vegetarians?

Vegans are at particular risk for a vitamin C deficiency.

With energy needs met in the diet, excess protein is stored as muscle or lean body mass.

There is no practical source of vitamin D in plant foods.

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The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, and Fiberspotlight: Sweet Talk--Alternatives to Sugar

The Lipids: Fats and Oilsspotlight: Diet and Heart Disease

The Vitamins: a Functional Approachspotlight: Nutrition and Cancer Prevention

The Minerals and Water: a Functional Approachspotlight: Osteoporosis--The Silent Stalker of the Bones

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Healthspotlight: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

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