Question 1

Which of the following substances is an important dietary monosaccharide for humans?

Accepted Answer

A) Lactose 
B) Mannose 
C) Xylose 
D) Fructose 
A) Lactose 
B) Mannose 
C) Xylose 
D) Fructose

Question 2

Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week.To help relieve her constipation without taking medications,Betty should

Accepted Answer

A) restrict her fluid intake. 
B) use colon cleansing enemas daily. 
C) reduce her intake of fruits and vegetables. 
D) increase her intake of foods that contain insoluble fiber. 
A) restrict her fluid intake. 
B) use colon cleansing enemas daily. 
C) reduce her intake of fruits and vegetables. 
D) increase her intake of foods that contain insoluble fiber.

Question 3

Alicia has PKU.She would like to sweeten her coffee with a substance that provides 0 kcal/g.Based on this information,which of the following sweeteners supplies 0 kcal/g and is safe for her to use?

Accepted Answer

A) Xylitol 
B) Granulated cane juice 
C) Aspartame 
D) Sucralose 
A) Xylitol 
B) Granulated cane juice 
C) Aspartame 
D) Sucralose

Question 4

Which of the following substances is a polysaccharide?

Accepted Answer

A) High-fructose corn syrup 
B) Soluble fiber 
C) Glucose 
D) Lactose 
A) High-fructose corn syrup 
B) Soluble fiber 
C) Glucose 
D) Lactose

Question 5

_____ is a source of sucrose.

Accepted Answer

A) Sugar cane 
B) Beef liver 
C) Fat-free milk 
D) Egg white 
A) Sugar cane 
B) Beef liver 
C) Fat-free milk 
D) Egg white

Question 6

Which of the following substances is a complex carbohydrate?

Accepted Answer

A) carbon dioxide 
B) high-fructose corn syrup 
C) starch 
D) glucose 
A) carbon dioxide 
B) high-fructose corn syrup 
C) starch 
D) glucose

Question 7

Pancreatic amylase

Accepted Answer

A) contributes to cystic fibrosis. 
B) digests starch in the small intestine. 
C) converts glucose to energy in cells. 
D) is secreted by the gallbladder. 
A) contributes to cystic fibrosis. 
B) digests starch in the small intestine. 
C) converts glucose to energy in cells. 
D) is secreted by the gallbladder.

Question 8

Clayton is a 19-year-old college student.He avoids milk,because he claims drinking the beverage upsets his stomach and gives him intestinal "gas." However,he can eat yogurt and certain types of cheese without experiencing any symptoms.Based on this information,Clayton probably has

Accepted Answer

A) cystic fibrosis. 
B) amylase deficiency. 
C) lactose intolerance. 
D) botulism poisoning. 
A) cystic fibrosis. 
B) amylase deficiency. 
C) lactose intolerance. 
D) botulism poisoning.

Question 9

A food scientist is developing a infant formula that simulates the composition of breast milk.Based on this information,which of the following substances would he add to the formula's recipe?

Accepted Answer

A) Sucrose 
B) Mannose 
C) Lactose 
D) Xylitol 
A) Sucrose 
B) Mannose 
C) Lactose 
D) Xylitol

Question 10

Leah's parents are afraid the five-year-old will develop tooth decay if she chews gum that is sweetened with sugar.Based on this information,Leah's parents should buy chewing gum that is sweetened with

Accepted Answer

A) honey. 
B) high-fructose corn syrup. 
C) xylitol. 
D) sucrose. 
A) honey. 
B) high-fructose corn syrup. 
C) xylitol. 
D) sucrose.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) High-fiber diets are associated with greater weight gain in adults because fiber-rich foods are less filling than foods that contain sugars. 
B) People can gain body fat when they consume more micronutrients in relation to their macronutrient intakes. 
C) Foods that are high in simple carbohydrates are fattening because they usually contain a lot of protein. 
D) Consuming more protein than you need can result in an increase in your body fat. 
A) High-fiber diets are associated with greater weight gain in adults because fiber-rich foods are less filling than foods that contain sugars. 
B) People can gain body fat when they consume more micronutrients in relation to their macronutrient intakes. 
C) Foods that are high in simple carbohydrates are fattening because they usually contain a lot of protein. 
D) Consuming more protein than you need can result in an increase in your body fat.

Question 12

According to Shawn's physician,Shawn has a high risk of _____ because his waist circumference is 42 inches,his blood pressure consistently measures 140 mm Hg/90 mm Hg,and his fasting blood glucose level is 110 mg/dl.

Accepted Answer

A) diverticulitis 
B) metabolic syndrome 
C) cystic fibrosis 
D) constipation 
A) diverticulitis 
B) metabolic syndrome 
C) cystic fibrosis 
D) constipation

Question 13

Mike likes to drink a commercially prepared chocolate milk.According to the label,the flavored milk contains 2% milk,water,high-fructose corn syrup,evaporated cane juice,saccharin,and natural vanilla flavoring.The _____ in this beverage are its sources of carbohydrate.

Accepted Answer

A) evaporated cane juice,2% milk,and high-fructose corn syrup 
B) high-fructose corn syrup,water,and evaporated cane juice 
C) high-fructose corn syrup and evaporated cane juice 
D) 2% milk,saccharin,and natural vanilla flavoring 
A) evaporated cane juice,2% milk,and high-fructose corn syrup 
B) high-fructose corn syrup,water,and evaporated cane juice 
C) high-fructose corn syrup and evaporated cane juice 
D) 2% milk,saccharin,and natural vanilla flavoring

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) The primary sign of diabetes mellitus is hypoglycemia. 
B) In the United States,type 2 diabetes is more common than type 1 diabetes. 
C) By losing excess weight,a person can reduce his or her risk of type 1 diabetes. 
D) A person with type 1 diabetes who does not take enough insulin is likely to experience hyperglycemia. 
A) The primary sign of diabetes mellitus is hypoglycemia. 
B) In the United States,type 2 diabetes is more common than type 1 diabetes. 
C) By losing excess weight,a person can reduce his or her risk of type 1 diabetes. 
D) A person with type 1 diabetes who does not take enough insulin is likely to experience hyperglycemia.

Question 15

Which of the following substances is the primary fuel for muscles and other cells?

Accepted Answer

A) Fructose 
B) Glucose 
C) Fiber 
D) Lactose 
A) Fructose 
B) Glucose 
C) Fiber 
D) Lactose

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Most forms of fiber are easily digested in the human small intestine. 
B) People may increase their risk of type 2 diabetes by eating more fiber-rich foods. 
C) The typical American consumes recommended amounts of fiber. 
D) Fruits and vegetables are sources of fiber. 
A) Most forms of fiber are easily digested in the human small intestine. 
B) People may increase their risk of type 2 diabetes by eating more fiber-rich foods. 
C) The typical American consumes recommended amounts of fiber. 
D) Fruits and vegetables are sources of fiber.

Question 17

Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index (70 or more)?

Accepted Answer

A) Gatorade 
B) Honey 
C) Fat-free milk 
D) Orange juice 
A) Gatorade 
B) Honey 
C) Fat-free milk 
D) Orange juice

Question 18

In the human intestinal tract,cooked rice is broken down into _____ molecules that can be absorbed.

Accepted Answer

A) sucrose 
B) lactose 
C) glucose 
D) ribose 
A) sucrose 
B) lactose 
C) glucose 
D) ribose

Question 19

Abe wants to use canned or frozen peaches to make a dessert.While shopping for the fruit,how can he determine which kind has the least sugar per serving?

Accepted Answer

A) By comparing sugar content information that is listed in the Nutrition Facts panels. 
B) By checking the labels for health claims. 
C) By subtracting amounts of fiber in the two kinds of fruit from their total carbohydrate contents. 
D) By reading the ingredients' lists on the labels. 
A) By comparing sugar content information that is listed in the Nutrition Facts panels. 
B) By checking the labels for health claims. 
C) By subtracting amounts of fiber in the two kinds of fruit from their total carbohydrate contents. 
D) By reading the ingredients' lists on the labels.

Question 20

Which of the following groups of foods are sources of starch?

Accepted Answer

A) Peaches,safflower oil,and peanuts 
B) Eggs,fat-free milk,and corn oil 
C) Corn,potatoes,and rice 
D) Liver,apples,and cheese 
A) Peaches,safflower oil,and peanuts 
B) Eggs,fat-free milk,and corn oil 
C) Corn,potatoes,and rice 
D) Liver,apples,and cheese

Which of the following substances is an important dietary monosaccharide for humans?

Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week.To help relieve her constipation without taking medications,Betty should

Alicia has PKU.She would like to sweeten her coffee with a substance that provides 0 kcal/g.Based on this information,which of the following sweeteners supplies 0 kcal/g and is safe for her to use?

Which of the following substances is a polysaccharide?

_____ is a source of sucrose.

Which of the following substances is a complex carbohydrate?

Pancreatic amylase

Clayton is a 19-year-old college student.He avoids milk,because he claims drinking the beverage upsets his stomach and gives him intestinal "gas." However,he can eat yogurt and certain types of cheese without experiencing any symptoms.Based on this information,Clayton probably has

A food scientist is developing a infant formula that simulates the composition of breast milk.Based on this information,which of the following substances would he add to the formula's recipe?

Leah's parents are afraid the five-year-old will develop tooth decay if she chews gum that is sweetened with sugar.Based on this information,Leah's parents should buy chewing gum that is sweetened with

Which of the following statements is true?

According to Shawn's physician,Shawn has a high risk of _____ because his waist circumference is 42 inches,his blood pressure consistently measures 140 mm Hg/90 mm Hg,and his fasting blood glucose level is 110 mg/dl.

Mike likes to drink a commercially prepared chocolate milk.According to the label,the flavored milk contains 2% milk,water,high-fructose corn syrup,evaporated cane juice,saccharin,and natural vanilla flavoring.The _____ in this beverage are its sources of carbohydrate.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following substances is the primary fuel for muscles and other cells?

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index (70 or more)?

In the human intestinal tract,cooked rice is broken down into _____ molecules that can be absorbed.

Abe wants to use canned or frozen peaches to make a dessert.While shopping for the fruit,how can he determine which kind has the least sugar per serving?

Which of the following groups of foods are sources of starch?

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Exam 5: Carbohydrates

Which of the following substances is an important dietary monosaccharide for humans?

Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week.To help relieve her constipation without taking medications,Betty should

Alicia has PKU.She would like to sweeten her coffee with a substance that provides 0 kcal/g.Based on this information,which of the following sweeteners supplies 0 kcal/g and is safe for her to use?

Which of the following substances is a polysaccharide?

_____ is a source of sucrose.

Which of the following substances is a complex carbohydrate?

Pancreatic amylase

Clayton is a 19-year-old college student.He avoids milk,because he claims drinking the beverage upsets his stomach and gives him intestinal "gas." However,he can eat yogurt and certain types of cheese without experiencing any symptoms.Based on this information,Clayton probably has

A food scientist is developing a infant formula that simulates the composition of breast milk.Based on this information,which of the following substances would he add to the formula's recipe?

Leah's parents are afraid the five-year-old will develop tooth decay if she chews gum that is sweetened with sugar.Based on this information,Leah's parents should buy chewing gum that is sweetened with

Which of the following statements is true?

According to Shawn's physician,Shawn has a high risk of _____ because his waist circumference is 42 inches,his blood pressure consistently measures 140 mm Hg/90 mm Hg,and his fasting blood glucose level is 110 mg/dl.

Mike likes to drink a commercially prepared chocolate milk.According to the label,the flavored milk contains 2% milk,water,high-fructose corn syrup,evaporated cane juice,saccharin,and natural vanilla flavoring.The _____ in this beverage are its sources of carbohydrate.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following substances is the primary fuel for muscles and other cells?

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index (70 or more)?

In the human intestinal tract,cooked rice is broken down into _____ molecules that can be absorbed.

Abe wants to use canned or frozen peaches to make a dessert.While shopping for the fruit,how can he determine which kind has the least sugar per serving?

Which of the following groups of foods are sources of starch?

The Basics of Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Planning Nutritious Diets

Body Basics

Fats and Other Lipids

Proteins

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Nutrition for Physically-Active Lifestyles

Food Safety Concerns

Nutrition for a Lifetime

Filters