Question 1

Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

Accepted Answer

A) potato 
B) pinto bean 
C) broccoli 
D) carrot 
A) potato 
B) pinto bean 
C) broccoli 
D) carrot C

Question 2

Essential nutrients include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) vitamins. 
B) minerals. 
C) enzymes. 
D) proteins. 
A) vitamins. 
B) minerals. 
C) enzymes. 
D) proteins. C

Question 3

Soybeans are a source of polyunsaturated fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

Accepted Answer

A) calcium 
B) fiber 
C) protein 
D) folate 
A) calcium 
B) fiber 
C) protein 
D) folate

Question 5

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The essential fatty acids,linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids,are both

Accepted Answer

A) polyunsaturated. 
B) saturated. 
C) monounsaturated. 
D) hydrosaturateD. 
A) polyunsaturated. 
B) saturated. 
C) monounsaturated. 
D) hydrosaturateD.

Question 7

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines emphasize the importance of

Accepted Answer

A) maintaining calorie balance. 
B) nutrient dense foods. 
C) developing healthy eating patterns. 
D) all of these. 
A) maintaining calorie balance. 
B) nutrient dense foods. 
C) developing healthy eating patterns. 
D) all of these.

Question 8

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

Accepted Answer

A) calcium. 
B) phosphorus. 
C) zinC. 
D) iron. 
A) calcium. 
B) phosphorus. 
C) zinC. 
D) iron.

Question 9

Fiber consumption can lower cholesterol levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?

Accepted Answer

A) only water 
B) water and fruit juices 
C) water and any sugar-free liquids 
D) all fluids,including those containing caffeine 
A) only water 
B) water and fruit juices 
C) water and any sugar-free liquids 
D) all fluids,including those containing caffeine

Question 11

Antioxidants

Accepted Answer

A) cause cancer. 
B) found in foods can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. 
C) are a particular type of trace mineral. 
D) are chemically unstable molecules that react with fat,proteins,and DNA. 
A) cause cancer. 
B) found in foods can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. 
C) are a particular type of trace mineral. 
D) are chemically unstable molecules that react with fat,proteins,and DNA.

Question 12

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Accepted Answer

A) calcium. 
B) vitamin B-12. 
C) sodium. 
D) fiber. 
A) calcium. 
B) vitamin B-12. 
C) sodium. 
D) fiber.

Question 13

Some vitamins are dangerous when ingested in excess.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Essential nutrients are produced by the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following statements about vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) They tend to be higher in saturated fat. 
B) They tend not to contain trans fats. 
C) They tend to be liquid at room temperature. 
D) All of these statements are true. 
A) They tend to be higher in saturated fat. 
B) They tend not to contain trans fats. 
C) They tend to be liquid at room temperature. 
D) All of these statements are true.

Question 19

The recommended daily intake of protein is ________ of total daily calories.

Accepted Answer

A) less than 10 percent 
B) 10-35 percent 
C) 20-40 percent 
D) 45-65 percent 
A) less than 10 percent 
B) 10-35 percent 
C) 20-40 percent 
D) 45-65 percent

Question 20

Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

Essential nutrients include all of the following EXCEPT

Soybeans are a source of polyunsaturated fat.

Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

The essential fatty acids,linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids,are both

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines emphasize the importance of

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

Fiber consumption can lower cholesterol levels.

Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?

Antioxidants

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Some vitamins are dangerous when ingested in excess.

The recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

Essential nutrients are produced by the body.

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.

Which of the following statements about vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated is TRUE?

The recommended daily intake of protein is ________ of total daily calories.

Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

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Exam 9: Nutrition Basics

Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

Essential nutrients include all of the following EXCEPT

Soybeans are a source of polyunsaturated fat.

Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

The essential fatty acids,linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids,are both

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines emphasize the importance of

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

Fiber consumption can lower cholesterol levels.

Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?

Antioxidants

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Some vitamins are dangerous when ingested in excess.

The recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

Essential nutrients are produced by the body.

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.

Which of the following statements about vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated is TRUE?

The recommended daily intake of protein is ________ of total daily calories.

Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

Taking Charge of Your Health

Stress: The Constant Challenge

Psychological Health

Intimate Relationships and Communication

Sexuality, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Drug Misuse and Addiction

Alcohol and Tobacco

Exercise for Health and Fitness

Weight Management

Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Immunity and Infection

Environmental Health

Conventional and Complimentary Medicine

Personal Safety

The Challenge of Aging

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