Question 1

The human brain and other nerve tissues use mostly _________________ as fuel.

Accepted Answer

A)  fructose 
B)  protein 
C)  ethanol 
D)  glucose 
A)  fructose 
B)  protein 
C)  ethanol 
D)  glucose D

Question 2

Another name for glucose is

Accepted Answer

A)  sorbitol. 
B)  dextrose. 
C)  levulose. 
D)  maltose. 
A)  sorbitol. 
B)  dextrose. 
C)  levulose. 
D)  maltose. B

Question 3

Raffinose and stachyose are indigestible oligosaccharides found in foods such as

Accepted Answer

A)  milk and dairy products. 
B)  cereals and grains. 
C)  fruits and vegetables. 
D)  beans and other legumes. 
A)  milk and dairy products. 
B)  cereals and grains. 
C)  fruits and vegetables. 
D)  beans and other legumes. D

Question 4

The three elements in simple sugar are

Accepted Answer

A)  carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. 
B)  carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen. 
C)  carbon, hydrogen, and sulfur. 
D)  carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen. 
A)  carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. 
B)  carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen. 
C)  carbon, hydrogen, and sulfur. 
D)  carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen.

Question 5

The enzyme sucrase breaks down sucrose into

Accepted Answer

A)  glucose + glucose. 
B)  lactic acid. 
C)  glucose + fructose. 
D)  glucose + maltose. 
A)  glucose + glucose. 
B)  lactic acid. 
C)  glucose + fructose. 
D)  glucose + maltose.

Question 6

When increasing fiber intake,always

Accepted Answer

A)  take a fiber supplement. 
B)  increase fluids. 
C)  use simple carbohydrates. 
D)  increase protein intake also. 
A)  take a fiber supplement. 
B)  increase fluids. 
C)  use simple carbohydrates. 
D)  increase protein intake also.

Question 7

Dietary sugars and starches are called "protein sparing," which means

Accepted Answer

A)  sugars and starches can substitute for dietary protein when it comes to body protein synthesis. 
B)  dietary protein can be used for protein synthesis and other vital processes, rather than being used as a source of energy. 
C)  sugars and starches are converted to fat, and then converted to glucose for use as blood sugar. 
D)  sugars and starches are converted by the liver to ketone bodies. 
A)  sugars and starches can substitute for dietary protein when it comes to body protein synthesis. 
B)  dietary protein can be used for protein synthesis and other vital processes, rather than being used as a source of energy. 
C)  sugars and starches are converted to fat, and then converted to glucose for use as blood sugar. 
D)  sugars and starches are converted by the liver to ketone bodies.

Question 8

List 3 monosaccharides.

Accepted Answer

Three common monosaccharides are:

1. Gl

Question 9

List 3 ways to decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Accepted Answer

To decrease the risk of developing type

Question 10

How does the body maintain normal blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

The body maintains normal blood glucose

Question 11

During the inflammatory phase of diverticulitis,treatment includes antibiotics and a diet that is

Accepted Answer

A)  low in fiber. 
B)  high in fiber. 
C)  low in sugar. 
D)  high in sugar. 
A)  low in fiber. 
B)  high in fiber. 
C)  low in sugar. 
D)  high in sugar.

Question 12

All persons with diabetes

Accepted Answer

A)  receive insulin injections daily. 
B)  need to eat a diet that will control their blood sugar. 
C)  can skip meals if they don't feel hungry. 
D)  should drink 4 glasses of milk daily to control their blood sugar. 
A)  receive insulin injections daily. 
B)  need to eat a diet that will control their blood sugar. 
C)  can skip meals if they don't feel hungry. 
D)  should drink 4 glasses of milk daily to control their blood sugar.

Question 13

Persons with diabetes can never eat sugar.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

List 3 examples of non-nutritive sweeteners.

Accepted Answer

Non-nutritive sweeteners are sweeteners

Question 15

What foods do individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU)need to avoid?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU) n

Question 16

Which of the following is a noncarbohydrate component of dietary fibers?

Accepted Answer

A)  glycogen 
B)  pectin 
C)  cellulose 
D)  lignin 
A)  glycogen 
B)  pectin 
C)  cellulose 
D)  lignin

Question 17

Once absorbed into the body,the majority of carbohydrates are ultimately transformed into glucose by the

Accepted Answer

A)  muscle tissue. 
B)  liver. 
C)  pancreas. 
D)  brain cells. 
A)  muscle tissue. 
B)  liver. 
C)  pancreas. 
D)  brain cells.

Question 18

The AI for fiber for women is

Accepted Answer

A)  15 g/day. 
B)  25 g/day. 
C)  38 g/day. 
D)  45 g/day. 
A)  15 g/day. 
B)  25 g/day. 
C)  38 g/day. 
D)  45 g/day.

Question 19

Sorbitol,mannitol,and xylitol are nutritive sweeteners used in sugarless gum and candies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following combinations of foods would provide the most dietary fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kidney bean salad, turkey sandwich on whole wheat bread, fresh apple, milk 
B)  Ham sandwich on white bread, potato chips, iced tea 
C)  Roast beef, mashed potatoes, coffee with sugar 
D)  Cheeseburger (white bun, lettuce, mustard, catsup, slice of tomato, 3 oz ground beef, processed cheese slice), french fries, soft drink. 
A)  Kidney bean salad, turkey sandwich on whole wheat bread, fresh apple, milk 
B)  Ham sandwich on white bread, potato chips, iced tea 
C)  Roast beef, mashed potatoes, coffee with sugar 
D)  Cheeseburger (white bun, lettuce, mustard, catsup, slice of tomato, 3 oz ground beef, processed cheese slice), french fries, soft drink.

The human brain and other nerve tissues use mostly _________________ as fuel.

Another name for glucose is

Raffinose and stachyose are indigestible oligosaccharides found in foods such as

The three elements in simple sugar are

The enzyme sucrase breaks down sucrose into

When increasing fiber intake,always

Dietary sugars and starches are called "protein sparing," which means

List 3 monosaccharides.

List 3 ways to decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

How does the body maintain normal blood glucose levels?

During the inflammatory phase of diverticulitis,treatment includes antibiotics and a diet that is

All persons with diabetes

Persons with diabetes can never eat sugar.

List 3 examples of non-nutritive sweeteners.

What foods do individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU)need to avoid?

Which of the following is a noncarbohydrate component of dietary fibers?

Once absorbed into the body,the majority of carbohydrates are ultimately transformed into glucose by the

The AI for fiber for women is

Sorbitol,mannitol,and xylitol are nutritive sweeteners used in sugarless gum and candies.

Which of the following combinations of foods would provide the most dietary fiber?

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The human brain and other nerve tissues use mostly _________________ as fuel.

Another name for glucose is

Raffinose and stachyose are indigestible oligosaccharides found in foods such as

The three elements in simple sugar are

The enzyme sucrase breaks down sucrose into

When increasing fiber intake,always

Dietary sugars and starches are called "protein sparing," which means

List 3 monosaccharides.

List 3 ways to decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

How does the body maintain normal blood glucose levels?

During the inflammatory phase of diverticulitis,treatment includes antibiotics and a diet that is

All persons with diabetes

Persons with diabetes can never eat sugar.

List 3 examples of non-nutritive sweeteners.

What foods do individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU)need to avoid?

Which of the following is a noncarbohydrate component of dietary fibers?

Once absorbed into the body,the majority of carbohydrates are ultimately transformed into glucose by the

The AI for fiber for women is

Sorbitol,mannitol,and xylitol are nutritive sweeteners used in sugarless gum and candies.

Which of the following combinations of foods would provide the most dietary fiber?

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Lipids

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

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