Question 1

How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 
B) 4 
C) 7 
D) 9 
A) 2 
B) 4 
C) 7 
D) 9

Question 2

Carbohydrates consumed in excess of dietary needs can be stored in the body as fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Describe the special challenges faced by one of the vegetarian diet forms,and give at least three strategies that someone following that eating pattern could employ to help achieve a healthy diet.

Accepted Answer

One of the special challenges faced by a

Question 4

How many cups of fruit per day are recommended by USDA's MyPlate for someone on a 2000 calorie diet?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Fats are the most concentrated source of energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

For a 2000-calorie diet,how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Distinguish between simple and complex carbohydrates and refined and unrefined carbohydrates;give at least two examples of food sources for each.

Accepted Answer

Simple carbohydrates are made up of one

Question 8

How many ounce-equivalents of meat and beans per day does the USDA's MyPlate recommend for someone on a 2000-calorie diet?

Accepted Answer

A) 3.5 
B) 4.5 
C) 5.5 
D) 6.5 
A) 3.5 
B) 4.5 
C) 5.5 
D) 6.5

Question 9

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

Accepted Answer

A) proteins 
B) carbohydrates 
C) fats 
D) vitamins 
A) proteins 
B) carbohydrates 
C) fats 
D) vitamins

Question 10

Sweetened beverages supply nearly half of all the added sugars consumed by Americans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Glycemic index is a measure of the effects of the consumption of a food on which level?

Accepted Answer

A) blood glucose 
B) HDL 
C) LDL 
D) triglyceride 
A) blood glucose 
B) HDL 
C) LDL 
D) triglyceride

Question 12

Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What is the definition of an amino acid?

Accepted Answer

A) a fatty acid that has no double bonds between carbon atoms 
B) a protein building block 
C) a type of carbohydrate that is difficult for humans to digest 
D) a simple sugar that is the body's basic fuel 
A) a fatty acid that has no double bonds between carbon atoms 
B) a protein building block 
C) a type of carbohydrate that is difficult for humans to digest 
D) a simple sugar that is the body's basic fuel

Question 14

Which statement refers to antioxidants?

Accepted Answer

A) They protect cells from damage by blocking the formation of free radicals. 
B) They help the body manufacture vitamins. 
C) They protect the body from dehydration by ensuring adequate fluid levels. 
D) They make up about 70% of total body weight. 
A) They protect cells from damage by blocking the formation of free radicals. 
B) They help the body manufacture vitamins. 
C) They protect the body from dehydration by ensuring adequate fluid levels. 
D) They make up about 70% of total body weight.

Question 15

Vegans have the most difficulty in obtaining an adequate intake of which substance?

Accepted Answer

A) complex carbohydrates 
B) vitamin B-12 
C) dietary fiber 
D) folate 
A) complex carbohydrates 
B) vitamin B-12 
C) dietary fiber 
D) folate

Question 16

Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

Accepted Answer

A) meat 
B) nuts 
C) eggs 
D) cheese 
A) meat 
B) nuts 
C) eggs 
D) cheese

Question 17

Which food is a good source of dietary fiber?

Accepted Answer

A) chicken 
B) oatmeal 
C) hamburger 
D) pork 
A) chicken 
B) oatmeal 
C) hamburger 
D) pork

Question 18

Trans fatty acids have been found to increase HDL cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is the approximate adequate daily intake of protein for a person who weighs 64 kg (about 140 pounds)?

Accepted Answer

A) 40 grams 
B) 50 grams 
C) 60 grams 
D) 70 grams 
A) 40 grams 
B) 50 grams 
C) 60 grams 
D) 70 grams

Question 20

Which is a characteristic of refined carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A) They have more calories than unrefined carbohydrates. 
B) They take longer to chew and digest than unrefined carbohydrates. 
C) They are recommended over unrefined carbohydrates. 
D) They are lower in fiber and vitamins than unrefined carbohydrates. 
A) They have more calories than unrefined carbohydrates. 
B) They take longer to chew and digest than unrefined carbohydrates. 
C) They are recommended over unrefined carbohydrates. 
D) They are lower in fiber and vitamins than unrefined carbohydrates.

How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

Carbohydrates consumed in excess of dietary needs can be stored in the body as fat.

Describe the special challenges faced by one of the vegetarian diet forms,and give at least three strategies that someone following that eating pattern could employ to help achieve a healthy diet.

How many cups of fruit per day are recommended by USDA's MyPlate for someone on a 2000 calorie diet?

Fats are the most concentrated source of energy.

For a 2000-calorie diet,how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

Distinguish between simple and complex carbohydrates and refined and unrefined carbohydrates;give at least two examples of food sources for each.

How many ounce-equivalents of meat and beans per day does the USDA's MyPlate recommend for someone on a 2000-calorie diet?

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

Sweetened beverages supply nearly half of all the added sugars consumed by Americans.

Glycemic index is a measure of the effects of the consumption of a food on which level?

Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

What is the definition of an amino acid?

Which statement refers to antioxidants?

Vegans have the most difficulty in obtaining an adequate intake of which substance?

Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

Which food is a good source of dietary fiber?

Trans fatty acids have been found to increase HDL cholesterol.

What is the approximate adequate daily intake of protein for a person who weighs 64 kg (about 140 pounds)?

Which is a characteristic of refined carbohydrates?

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Exam 8: Nutrition

How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

Carbohydrates consumed in excess of dietary needs can be stored in the body as fat.

Describe the special challenges faced by one of the vegetarian diet forms,and give at least three strategies that someone following that eating pattern could employ to help achieve a healthy diet.

How many cups of fruit per day are recommended by USDA's MyPlate for someone on a 2000 calorie diet?

Fats are the most concentrated source of energy.

For a 2000-calorie diet,how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

Distinguish between simple and complex carbohydrates and refined and unrefined carbohydrates;give at least two examples of food sources for each.

How many ounce-equivalents of meat and beans per day does the USDA's MyPlate recommend for someone on a 2000-calorie diet?

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

Sweetened beverages supply nearly half of all the added sugars consumed by Americans.

Glycemic index is a measure of the effects of the consumption of a food on which level?

Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

What is the definition of an amino acid?

Which statement refers to antioxidants?

Vegans have the most difficulty in obtaining an adequate intake of which substance?

Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

Which food is a good source of dietary fiber?

Trans fatty acids have been found to increase HDL cholesterol.

What is the approximate adequate daily intake of protein for a person who weighs 64 kg (about 140 pounds)?

Which is a characteristic of refined carbohydrates?

Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

Principles of Physical Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

Muscular Strength and Endurance

Flexibility and Low-Back Health

Body Composition

Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program

Weight Management

Stress

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Substance Use and Misuse

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Environmental Health

Filters