Question 1

To calculate the DFE for the diet, multiply total synthetic folic acid intake by ____; add that value to the total food folate.

Accepted Answer

A) 1.7 
B) 2.5 
C) 4.0 
D) None of these choices are accurate 
A) 1.7 
B) 2.5 
C) 4.0 
D) None of these choices are accurate

Question 2

The compound carnitine is required for ________.

Accepted Answer

A) fatty acid synthesis 
B) glycogen breakdown 
C) active transport of compounds into cells 
D) transport of fatty acids into mitochondria 
A) fatty acid synthesis 
B) glycogen breakdown 
C) active transport of compounds into cells 
D) transport of fatty acids into mitochondria

Question 3

Pyridoxal phosphate ________.

Accepted Answer

A) participates in reactions that synthesize non-essential amino acids 
B) participates in reactions that synthesize essential amino acids 
C) prevents premenstrual syndrome 
D) is a natural oral contraceptive 
A) participates in reactions that synthesize non-essential amino acids 
B) participates in reactions that synthesize essential amino acids 
C) prevents premenstrual syndrome 
D) is a natural oral contraceptive

Question 4

Molybdenum functions as a cofactor for several enzymes in human metabolism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The best sources of thiamin in the average diet are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) pork products, whole or enriched grains and cereals, and legumes 
B) root vegetables and cheddar-type cheese 
C) whole grains and fresh fruit 
D) ham and vegetables of the cabbage family 
A) pork products, whole or enriched grains and cereals, and legumes 
B) root vegetables and cheddar-type cheese 
C) whole grains and fresh fruit 
D) ham and vegetables of the cabbage family

Question 6

To protect riboflavin from destruction by sunlight, milk and milk products are packaged in ________.

Accepted Answer

A) clear glass bottles 
B) paper and opaque plastic cartons 
C) clear plastic bottles and cartons 
D) any kind of container 
A) clear glass bottles 
B) paper and opaque plastic cartons 
C) clear plastic bottles and cartons 
D) any kind of container

Question 7

The niacin coenzyme is reduced (NAD+ $\rarr$ NADH + H+) during ________.

Accepted Answer

A) glycolysis 
B) the pyruvate decarboxylation reaction 
C) the citric acid cycle 
D) All of these choices are accurate 
A) glycolysis 
B) the pyruvate decarboxylation reaction 
C) the citric acid cycle 
D) All of these choices are accurate

Question 8

An essential component of coenzyme A is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) biotin 
B) pantothenic acid 
C) thiamin 
D) vitamin C 
A) biotin 
B) pantothenic acid 
C) thiamin 
D) vitamin C

Question 9

Name the 4 Ds of pellagra.What causes pellegra? How is the consumption of corn related to pellagra?

Accepted Answer

The 4 Ds of pellagra are Dermatitis, Dia

Question 10

Niacin can be obtained from foods as the vitamin itself (preformed niacin) or be synthesized ________.

Accepted Answer

A) from the B vitamin riboflavin 
B) from the essential amino acid tryptophan 
C) by bacteria in the large intestine 
D) All of the above are correct 
A) from the B vitamin riboflavin 
B) from the essential amino acid tryptophan 
C) by bacteria in the large intestine 
D) All of the above are correct

Question 11

Vitamin B-12 is supplied mostly in ________.

Accepted Answer

A) fruits and vegetables 
B) cereal grains 
C) foods of animal origin 
D) None of these answers are correct 
A) fruits and vegetables 
B) cereal grains 
C) foods of animal origin 
D) None of these answers are correct

Question 12

Which of the following major minerals does NOT have a DRI?

Accepted Answer

A) sulfur 
B) calcium 
C) phosphorus 
D) magnesium 
A) sulfur 
B) calcium 
C) phosphorus 
D) magnesium

Question 13

The most dependable and abundant source of iodide in the American diet is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) saltwater fish 
B) dark leafy greens 
C) enriched cereal grains 
D) fortified salt 
A) saltwater fish 
B) dark leafy greens 
C) enriched cereal grains 
D) fortified salt

Question 14

Intrinsic factor is produced by the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) beta-cells of the pancreas 
B) salivary glands 
C) parietal cells of the stomach 
D) enterocytes of the small intestine 
A) beta-cells of the pancreas 
B) salivary glands 
C) parietal cells of the stomach 
D) enterocytes of the small intestine

Question 15

A good way to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease is to take supplements of vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, folate, and vitamin
C.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Those most likely to experience a biotin deficiency are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) adolescents with low energy and, thus, low biotin intake 
B) alcoholics with impaired biotin absorption 
C) infants lacking an enzyme required for biotin absorption 
D) All of these choices are accurate 
A) adolescents with low energy and, thus, low biotin intake 
B) alcoholics with impaired biotin absorption 
C) infants lacking an enzyme required for biotin absorption 
D) All of these choices are accurate

Question 17

Describe the symptoms of iodine deficiency.

Accepted Answer

Iodine deficiency can lead to a range of

Question 18

An excess intake of riboflavin either from diet or supplements is mainly ________.

Accepted Answer

A) excreted in the urine 
B) excreted in bile and feces 
C) stored in all body cells 
D) stored in the liver 
A) excreted in the urine 
B) excreted in bile and feces 
C) stored in all body cells 
D) stored in the liver

Question 19

In which of the following metabolic pathways are coenzymes required?

Accepted Answer

A) glycolysis 
B) citric acid cycle 
C) beta-oxidation 
D) electron transport chain 
E) All of these choices are accurate 
A) glycolysis 
B) citric acid cycle 
C) beta-oxidation 
D) electron transport chain 
E) All of these choices are accurate

Question 20

Choline is required for the synthesis of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) glycogen and many proteins 
B) phospholipids and lipoproteins 
C) homocysteine and methionine 
D) collagen and connective tissue 
A) glycogen and many proteins 
B) phospholipids and lipoproteins 
C) homocysteine and methionine 
D) collagen and connective tissue

To calculate the DFE for the diet, multiply total synthetic folic acid intake by ____; add that value to the total food folate.

The compound carnitine is required for ________.

Pyridoxal phosphate ________.

Molybdenum functions as a cofactor for several enzymes in human metabolism.

The best sources of thiamin in the average diet are ________.

To protect riboflavin from destruction by sunlight, milk and milk products are packaged in ________.

The niacin coenzyme is reduced (NAD⁺ $\rarr$ NADH + H⁺) during ________.

An essential component of coenzyme A is ________.

Name the 4 Ds of pellagra.What causes pellegra? How is the consumption of corn related to pellagra?

Niacin can be obtained from foods as the vitamin itself (preformed niacin) or be synthesized ________.

Vitamin B-12 is supplied mostly in ________.

Which of the following major minerals does NOT have a DRI?

The most dependable and abundant source of iodide in the American diet is ________.

Intrinsic factor is produced by the ________.

A good way to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease is to take supplements of vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, folate, and vitamin C.

Those most likely to experience a biotin deficiency are ________.

Describe the symptoms of iodine deficiency.

An excess intake of riboflavin either from diet or supplements is mainly ________.

In which of the following metabolic pathways are coenzymes required?

Choline is required for the synthesis of ________.

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To calculate the DFE for the diet, multiply total synthetic folic acid intake by ____; add that value to the total food folate.

The compound carnitine is required for ________.

Pyridoxal phosphate ________.

Molybdenum functions as a cofactor for several enzymes in human metabolism.

The best sources of thiamin in the average diet are ________.

To protect riboflavin from destruction by sunlight, milk and milk products are packaged in ________.

The niacin coenzyme is reduced (NAD+ →\rarr→ NADH + H+) during ________.

An essential component of coenzyme A is ________.

Name the 4 Ds of pellagra.What causes pellegra? How is the consumption of corn related to pellagra?

Niacin can be obtained from foods as the vitamin itself (preformed niacin) or be synthesized ________.

Vitamin B-12 is supplied mostly in ________.

Which of the following major minerals does NOT have a DRI?

The most dependable and abundant source of iodide in the American diet is ________.

Intrinsic factor is produced by the ________.

A good way to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease is to take supplements of vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, folate, and vitamin C.

Those most likely to experience a biotin deficiency are ________.

Describe the symptoms of iodine deficiency.

An excess intake of riboflavin either from diet or supplements is mainly ________.

In which of the following metabolic pathways are coenzymes required?

Choline is required for the synthesis of ________.

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Fluid Balance and Blood Health

Bone Health and Body Defense Systems

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition During the Adult Years

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The niacin coenzyme is reduced (NAD⁺ $\rarr$ NADH + H⁺) during ________.