Question 1

Which of the following is True about mutual supplementation?

Accepted Answer

A)  At least two complementary proteins must be eaten at the same meal. 
B)  Two or more complementary proteins should be eaten in the same day. 
C)  Daily animal protein is required to maintain the free amino acid pool. 
D)  A complete protein and one or more incomplete proteins must be combined at least once a week. 
A)  At least two complementary proteins must be eaten at the same meal. 
B)  Two or more complementary proteins should be eaten in the same day. 
C)  Daily animal protein is required to maintain the free amino acid pool. 
D)  A complete protein and one or more incomplete proteins must be combined at least once a week.

Question 2

The three-dimensional shape of a protein determines the protein's function in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

How is protein intake related to the development of edema?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excess protein intake causes a pH imbalance of the blood. 
B)  Excess protein intake causes abdominal swelling. 
C)  Insufficient protein intake causes a fluid imbalance that results in swelling of tissues. 
D)  Insufficient protein intake causes long-term genetic abnormalities. 
A)  Excess protein intake causes a pH imbalance of the blood. 
B)  Excess protein intake causes abdominal swelling. 
C)  Insufficient protein intake causes a fluid imbalance that results in swelling of tissues. 
D)  Insufficient protein intake causes long-term genetic abnormalities.

Question 4

Quinoa is unsafe for people with celiac disease because of its high gluten content.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Teff, millet, and sorghum are grains that are complete proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of mutual supplementation?

Accepted Answer

A)  fortification of cereal with vitamin B12, calcium, and iron 
B)  adding eggs and oatmeal to beef 
C)  eating a dish of black beans and rice 
D)  eating a food high in vitamin C with spinach to enhance iron absorption 
A)  fortification of cereal with vitamin B12, calcium, and iron 
B)  adding eggs and oatmeal to beef 
C)  eating a dish of black beans and rice 
D)  eating a food high in vitamin C with spinach to enhance iron absorption

Question 7

Amino acids that can be synthesized by the body are termed nonessential.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Research to date indicates that high-protein diets can contribute to weight loss and reduced heart disease risk primarily due to

Accepted Answer

A)  decreased fat and total caloric intake. 
B)  increased fiber and antioxidant intake. 
C)  increased energy expenditure and satiety. 
D)  diminished utilization of glucose for energy. 
A)  decreased fat and total caloric intake. 
B)  increased fiber and antioxidant intake. 
C)  increased energy expenditure and satiety. 
D)  diminished utilization of glucose for energy.

Question 9

The American Dietetic Association considers vegetarian diets nutritionally unbalanced and inadequate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is True about mutual supplementation?

The three-dimensional shape of a protein determines the protein's function in the body.

How is protein intake related to the development of edema?

Quinoa is unsafe for people with celiac disease because of its high gluten content.

Teff, millet, and sorghum are grains that are complete proteins.

Which of the following is an example of mutual supplementation?

Amino acids that can be synthesized by the body are termed nonessential.

Research to date indicates that high-protein diets can contribute to weight loss and reduced heart disease risk primarily due to

The American Dietetic Association considers vegetarian diets nutritionally unbalanced and inadequate.

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Exam 5: Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Which of the following is True about mutual supplementation?

The three-dimensional shape of a protein determines the protein's function in the body.

How is protein intake related to the development of edema?

Quinoa is unsafe for people with celiac disease because of its high gluten content.

Teff, millet, and sorghum are grains that are complete proteins.

Which of the following is an example of mutual supplementation?

Amino acids that can be synthesized by the body are termed nonessential.

Research to date indicates that high-protein diets can contribute to weight loss and reduced heart disease risk primarily due to

The American Dietetic Association considers vegetarian diets nutritionally unbalanced and inadequate.

Nutrition: Making It Work for You

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Vitamins: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

Minerals: Building and Moving Our Body

Fluid Balance, Water, and Alcohol

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle

Food Safety, Technology, and the New Food Movement

Filters