Question 1

Phytochemicals are found in all protein-rich foods,including chicken,eggs,and fish.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

List the four macronutrients and identify two major functions of each.

Accepted Answer

The four macronutrients are carbohydrate

Question 3

Water-soluble vitamins include vitamins C,B,and

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following foods is rich in proteins?

Accepted Answer

A) legumes 
B) oils 
C) vegetables 
D) fruits 
E) water 
A) legumes 
B) oils 
C) vegetables 
D) fruits 
E) water

Question 5

The standard that provides recommendations for healthy ranges of energy-yielding macronutrients is termed the

Accepted Answer

A) Recommended Dietary Allowance. 
B) Adequate Intake. 
C) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. 
D) Estimated Average Requirements. 
E) Tolerable Upper Intake Level. 
A) Recommended Dietary Allowance. 
B) Adequate Intake. 
C) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. 
D) Estimated Average Requirements. 
E) Tolerable Upper Intake Level.

Question 6

Fats are similar to carbohydrates and are composed of carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The standard that represents the average nutrient intake estimated to meet the daily requirements of 50% of healthy individuals is called the

Accepted Answer

A) Recommended Dietary Allowance. 
B) Adequate Intake. 
C) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. 
D) Estimated Average Requirements. 
E) Estimated Energy Requirement. 
A) Recommended Dietary Allowance. 
B) Adequate Intake. 
C) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. 
D) Estimated Average Requirements. 
E) Estimated Energy Requirement.

Question 8

According to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range,20% to 35% of the total caloric intake should come from fat.If Marcus is on a 3,500 kilocalorie diet,how many kilocalories should he obtain from dietary fat?

Accepted Answer

A) 400-905 kcal 
B) 500-1005 kcal 
C) 600-1115 kcal 
D) 700-1225 kcal 
E) 800-1355 kcal 
A) 400-905 kcal 
B) 500-1005 kcal 
C) 600-1115 kcal 
D) 700-1225 kcal 
E) 800-1355 kcal

Question 9

The standard that represents the average nutrient intake estimated to meet the daily requirements of nearly 98% of healthy individuals is called the

Accepted Answer

A) Recommended Dietary Allowance. 
B) Adequate Intake. 
C) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. 
D) Estimated Average Requirements. 
E) Estimated Energy Requirement. 
A) Recommended Dietary Allowance. 
B) Adequate Intake. 
C) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. 
D) Estimated Average Requirements. 
E) Estimated Energy Requirement.

Question 10

Essential nutrients are those that

Accepted Answer

A) are found in all animal-derived foods. 
B) the body cannot produce and must be supplied through food. 
C) are found in fortified foods. 
D) are sold in health food stores as supplements. 
E) are found in green leafy vegetables. 
A) are found in all animal-derived foods. 
B) the body cannot produce and must be supplied through food. 
C) are found in fortified foods. 
D) are sold in health food stores as supplements. 
E) are found in green leafy vegetables.

Question 11

Compared with the Estimated Average Requirements,the Recommended Dietary Allowances for nutrients are set at ______ level.

Accepted Answer

A) a slightly lower 
B) a much lower 
C) the same 
D) a slightly higher 
E) a much higher 
A) a slightly lower 
B) a much lower 
C) the same 
D) a slightly higher 
E) a much higher

Question 12

What are the factors that influence your daily food choices?

Accepted Answer

This will vary based on the st

Question 13

All of the following statements about carbohydrates are true,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) they are composed of carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen. 
B) they are a major source of energy in the body. 
C) they are categorized into simple and complex carbohydrates. 
D) they provide more calories than protein. 
E) they are a component of DNA and RNA. 
A) they are composed of carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen. 
B) they are a major source of energy in the body. 
C) they are categorized into simple and complex carbohydrates. 
D) they provide more calories than protein. 
E) they are a component of DNA and RNA.

Question 14

David is a football player consuming a high-calorie diet.His daily caloric intake is set at 4,500 kilocalories with the macronutrient distribution as follows: 45% carbohydrates,18% fat,and the rest from protein.How many grams of protein is David's diet providing? (Round your answer to the nearest whole number)

Accepted Answer

A) 103 grams 
B) 203 grams 
C) 316 grams 
D) 416 grams 
E) 506 grams 
A) 103 grams 
B) 203 grams 
C) 316 grams 
D) 416 grams 
E) 506 grams

Question 15

What is the key premise of the "developmental origins hypothesis"? How does maternal nutrition affect health of the offspring?

Accepted Answer

The developmental origins hypothesis sta

Question 16

How many water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins do we know of?

Accepted Answer

A) 10 and 4,respectively 
B) 10 and 3,respectively 
C) 4 and 10,respectively 
D) 3 and 10,respectively 
E) 10 and 5,respectively 
A) 10 and 4,respectively 
B) 10 and 3,respectively 
C) 4 and 10,respectively 
D) 3 and 10,respectively 
E) 10 and 5,respectively

Question 17

What are the four values included in the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)? Describe each of these standards in establishing recommendations for nutrient intake?

Accepted Answer

The four values included in the DRI are:

Question 18

How many classes of nutrients do we know of?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 
B) 3 
C) 4 
D) 5 
E) 6 
A) 2 
B) 3 
C) 4 
D) 5 
E) 6

Question 19

What causes malnutrition? Describe the two forms of malnutrition with examples.

Accepted Answer

Malnutrition is caused by inadequate,exc

Question 20

Of the 10 leading causes of death in the United States,how many are related to diet?

Accepted Answer

A) 1 
B) 2 
C) 3 
D) 4 
E) 5 
A) 1 
B) 2 
C) 3 
D) 4 
E) 5

Phytochemicals are found in all protein-rich foods,including chicken,eggs,and fish.

List the four macronutrients and identify two major functions of each.

Water-soluble vitamins include vitamins C,B,and

Which of the following foods is rich in proteins?

The standard that provides recommendations for healthy ranges of energy-yielding macronutrients is termed the

Fats are similar to carbohydrates and are composed of carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen.

The standard that represents the average nutrient intake estimated to meet the daily requirements of 50% of healthy individuals is called the

According to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range,20% to 35% of the total caloric intake should come from fat.If Marcus is on a 3,500 kilocalorie diet,how many kilocalories should he obtain from dietary fat?

The standard that represents the average nutrient intake estimated to meet the daily requirements of nearly 98% of healthy individuals is called the

Essential nutrients are those that

Compared with the Estimated Average Requirements,the Recommended Dietary Allowances for nutrients are set at ______ level.

What are the factors that influence your daily food choices?

All of the following statements about carbohydrates are true,EXCEPT

What is the key premise of the "developmental origins hypothesis"? How does maternal nutrition affect health of the offspring?

How many water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins do we know of?

What are the four values included in the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)? Describe each of these standards in establishing recommendations for nutrient intake?

How many classes of nutrients do we know of?

What causes malnutrition? Describe the two forms of malnutrition with examples.

Of the 10 leading causes of death in the United States,how many are related to diet?

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Digestive System and Digestive Disorders

Carbohydrates

Nutrition and Diabetes

Lipids

Lipids in Health and Disease

Protein

Plant-Based Diets

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Dietary Supplements

Major Minerals and Water

Trace Minerals

Energy Balance and Obesity

Fitness and Sports Nutrition

Nutrition for Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and Infancy

Childhood Nutrition

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Exam 1: The Science and Scope of Nutrition

Phytochemicals are found in all protein-rich foods,including chicken,eggs,and fish.

List the four macronutrients and identify two major functions of each.

Water-soluble vitamins include vitamins C,B,and

Which of the following foods is rich in proteins?

The standard that provides recommendations for healthy ranges of energy-yielding macronutrients is termed the

Fats are similar to carbohydrates and are composed of carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen.

The standard that represents the average nutrient intake estimated to meet the daily requirements of 50% of healthy individuals is called the

According to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range,20% to 35% of the total caloric intake should come from fat.If Marcus is on a 3,500 kilocalorie diet,how many kilocalories should he obtain from dietary fat?

The standard that represents the average nutrient intake estimated to meet the daily requirements of nearly 98% of healthy individuals is called the

Essential nutrients are those that

Compared with the Estimated Average Requirements,the Recommended Dietary Allowances for nutrients are set at ______ level.

What are the factors that influence your daily food choices?

All of the following statements about carbohydrates are true,EXCEPT

What is the key premise of the "developmental origins hypothesis"? How does maternal nutrition affect health of the offspring?

How many water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins do we know of?

What are the four values included in the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)? Describe each of these standards in establishing recommendations for nutrient intake?

How many classes of nutrients do we know of?

What causes malnutrition? Describe the two forms of malnutrition with examples.

Of the 10 leading causes of death in the United States,how many are related to diet?

Healthy Diets

Digestive System and Digestive Disorders

Carbohydrates

Nutrition and Diabetes

Lipids

Lipids in Health and Disease

Protein

Plant-Based Diets

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Dietary Supplements

Major Minerals and Water

Trace Minerals

Energy Balance and Obesity

Fitness and Sports Nutrition

Nutrition for Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and Infancy

Childhood Nutrition

The College Years

Food Safety and Food Security

Healthy Diets

Filters