Question 1

Micronutrients that are important in helping the body produce energy are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) thiamin, niacin, biotin, panthothenic acid, and magnesium 
B) thiamin, niacin, vitamin K, vitamin E, and magnesium 
C) biotin, riboflavin, vitamin C, vitamin E, and iron 
D) biotin, riboflavin, vitamin C, vitamin K, and iron 
A) thiamin, niacin, biotin, panthothenic acid, and magnesium 
B) thiamin, niacin, vitamin K, vitamin E, and magnesium 
C) biotin, riboflavin, vitamin C, vitamin E, and iron 
D) biotin, riboflavin, vitamin C, vitamin K, and iron

Question 2

Which group of foods provides substantial amounts of vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

A) Citrus fruits and vegetables 
B) Milk and dairy products 
C) Beef, poultry, seafood 
D) Breads and cereals 
A) Citrus fruits and vegetables 
B) Milk and dairy products 
C) Beef, poultry, seafood 
D) Breads and cereals

Question 3

Phytic acid binds minerals so that they cannot be absorbed.Phytic acid is found in ________.

Accepted Answer

A) leafy, green vegetables, such as spinach 
B) milk and dairy products 
C) wheat grain fibers 
D) liver and other organ meats 
A) leafy, green vegetables, such as spinach 
B) milk and dairy products 
C) wheat grain fibers 
D) liver and other organ meats

Question 4

People with Crohn's disease may have difficulty absorbing which of the following vitamins in particular?

Accepted Answer

A) thiamin 
B) vitamin E 
C) vitamin C 
D) niacin
Learning Outcome: 12.04 Describe vitamin and mineral absorption, transport, and storage. 
A) thiamin 
B) vitamin E 
C) vitamin C 
D) niacin
Learning Outcome: 12.04 Describe vitamin and mineral absorption, transport, and storage.

Question 5

Provide an example of a food that has been enriched with micronutrients.

Accepted Answer

An example of a food that has been enric

Question 6

Vitamin and mineral supplements are closely regulated by the FDA.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergies may need calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Preparing and cooking vegetables can result in ________.

Accepted Answer

A) the loss of minerals from the vegetable into the boiling water 
B) the loss of the mineral iron from the vegetable into the cooking equipment 
C) the destruction of minerals in the vegetable by sanitizing solutions 
D) the loss of minerals due to added flavor enhancers 
A) the loss of minerals from the vegetable into the boiling water 
B) the loss of the mineral iron from the vegetable into the cooking equipment 
C) the destruction of minerals in the vegetable by sanitizing solutions 
D) the loss of minerals due to added flavor enhancers

Question 9

People with diseases that result in decreased fat absorption may run the risk of deficiencies of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) trace minerals 
B) major minerals 
C) water-soluble vitamins 
D) fat-soluble vitamins 
A) trace minerals 
B) major minerals 
C) water-soluble vitamins 
D) fat-soluble vitamins

Question 10

Typically, major minerals are needed in amounts of ________ mg or more daily.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 100 
C) 200 
D) 2000 
A) 10 
B) 100 
C) 200 
D) 2000

Question 11

To help assure preservation of vitamin content before eating, canned and frozen vegetables should be consumed within ________.

Accepted Answer

A) 3 months 
B) 6 months 
C) 12 months 
D) 24 months 
A) 3 months 
B) 6 months 
C) 12 months 
D) 24 months

Question 12

Supplements are regulated in a similar way to the regulation of drugs by the FDA.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Supplements of bee pollen, lecithin, and inositol are often recommended by dietitians for weight loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Why are paper and opaque plastic containers used for milk, milk products, and cereals?

Accepted Answer

Paper and opaque plastic containers are

Question 15

The best food sources of vitamin B-6 are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) meats, fish, and poultry 
B) milk and dairy products 
C) carrots, celery, and squash 
D) enriched breads and cereals 
A) meats, fish, and poultry 
B) milk and dairy products 
C) carrots, celery, and squash 
D) enriched breads and cereals

Question 16

The nutrients added to enriched grains typically include ________.

Accepted Answer

A) all of the B vitamins 
B) vitamin C, pantothenic acid, folic acid, and zinc 
C) thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, and iron 
D) vitamin B-6, folic acid, vitamin B-12, and iron 
A) all of the B vitamins 
B) vitamin C, pantothenic acid, folic acid, and zinc 
C) thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, and iron 
D) vitamin B-6, folic acid, vitamin B-12, and iron

Question 17

Which of the following contribute to increased risk of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A) viruses 
B) radiation 
C) dietary fat 
D) All of these factors may increase cancer risk. 
A) viruses 
B) radiation 
C) dietary fat 
D) All of these factors may increase cancer risk.

Micronutrients that are important in helping the body produce energy are ________.

Which group of foods provides substantial amounts of vitamin C?

Phytic acid binds minerals so that they cannot be absorbed.Phytic acid is found in ________.

People with Crohn's disease may have difficulty absorbing which of the following vitamins in particular?

Provide an example of a food that has been enriched with micronutrients.

Vitamin and mineral supplements are closely regulated by the FDA.

Individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergies may need calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Preparing and cooking vegetables can result in ________.

People with diseases that result in decreased fat absorption may run the risk of deficiencies of ________.

Typically, major minerals are needed in amounts of ________ mg or more daily.

To help assure preservation of vitamin content before eating, canned and frozen vegetables should be consumed within ________.

Supplements are regulated in a similar way to the regulation of drugs by the FDA.

Supplements of bee pollen, lecithin, and inositol are often recommended by dietitians for weight loss.

Why are paper and opaque plastic containers used for milk, milk products, and cereals?

The best food sources of vitamin B-6 are ________.

The nutrients added to enriched grains typically include ________.

Which of the following contribute to increased risk of cancer?

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 in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

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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Exam 12: Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Micronutrients that are important in helping the body produce energy are ________.

Which group of foods provides substantial amounts of vitamin C?

Phytic acid binds minerals so that they cannot be absorbed.Phytic acid is found in ________.

People with Crohn's disease may have difficulty absorbing which of the following vitamins in particular?

Provide an example of a food that has been enriched with micronutrients.

Vitamin and mineral supplements are closely regulated by the FDA.

Individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergies may need calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Preparing and cooking vegetables can result in ________.

People with diseases that result in decreased fat absorption may run the risk of deficiencies of ________.

Typically, major minerals are needed in amounts of ________ mg or more daily.

To help assure preservation of vitamin content before eating, canned and frozen vegetables should be consumed within ________.

Supplements are regulated in a similar way to the regulation of drugs by the FDA.

Supplements of bee pollen, lecithin, and inositol are often recommended by dietitians for weight loss.

Why are paper and opaque plastic containers used for milk, milk products, and cereals?

The best food sources of vitamin B-6 are ________.

The nutrients added to enriched grains typically include ________.

Which of the following contribute to increased risk of cancer?

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 in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

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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