Question 1

Identify the specific advantages of exchange systems.

Accepted Answer

Exchange systems offer several specific

Question 2

Which of the following foods is exempt from listing ingredients on the label?

Accepted Answer

A)  mayonnaise 
B)  salad dressing 
C)  ice cream 
D)  none of the above 
A)  mayonnaise 
B)  salad dressing 
C)  ice cream 
D)  none of the above

Question 3

Characteristics of food groups plans include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  they sort foods into groups based on nutrient content. 
B)  they specify that people should eat a certain minimum number of servings from each group. 
C)  the USDA Food Patterns are an example. 
D)  they organize foods with respect to their nutrient contents and calorie amounts. 
A)  they sort foods into groups based on nutrient content. 
B)  they specify that people should eat a certain minimum number of servings from each group. 
C)  the USDA Food Patterns are an example. 
D)  they organize foods with respect to their nutrient contents and calorie amounts.

Question 4

One of the best sources of lycopene is:

Accepted Answer

A)  tomatoes. 
B)  soy products. 
C)  garlic. 
D)  flaxseed. 
A)  tomatoes. 
B)  soy products. 
C)  garlic. 
D)  flaxseed.

Question 5

On average, one should try to get 100% of the DRI for every nutrient to ensure an adequate intake over time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When planning a healthful diet, vegetarians should remember that:

Accepted Answer

A)  they will have difficulty meeting their needs when using the USDA Food Patterns. 
B)  the vegetable group contains legumes, which can be counted as protein foods. 
C)  all soy foods and soy milks contain the same nutrient contents as dairy milk. 
D)  nuts and seeds are high in fat content and should be limited. 
A)  they will have difficulty meeting their needs when using the USDA Food Patterns. 
B)  the vegetable group contains legumes, which can be counted as protein foods. 
C)  all soy foods and soy milks contain the same nutrient contents as dairy milk. 
D)  nuts and seeds are high in fat content and should be limited.

Question 7

When referring to the DRI recommended intakes, it is important to remember that:

Accepted Answer

A)  they are designed to help an individual recover from an illness. 
B)  they are the minimum values needed to maintain health. 
C)  they are based on the latest available scientific research. 
D)  they must be consumed daily because they do not account for varied intakes. 
A)  they are designed to help an individual recover from an illness. 
B)  they are the minimum values needed to maintain health. 
C)  they are based on the latest available scientific research. 
D)  they must be consumed daily because they do not account for varied intakes.

Question 8

The percentages of the Daily Values on food packages are given in terms of a person requiring _____ calories each day.

Accepted Answer

A)  2,000 
B)  2,500 
C)  3,000 
D)  3,500 
A)  2,000 
B)  2,500 
C)  3,000 
D)  3,500

Question 9

List the major groups and subgroups of the USDA Food Patterns and give an example of a nutrient-dense food from each.

Accepted Answer

The major groups of the USDA Food Patter

Question 10

Which of the following foods in the protein foods group of the USDA Food Patterns has the highest nutrient density?

Accepted Answer

A)  luncheon meats 
B)  fried fish 
C)  duck with skin 
D)  chicken with no skin 
A)  luncheon meats 
B)  fried fish 
C)  duck with skin 
D)  chicken with no skin

Question 11

The best way for a person to get all the essential nutrients and keep energy intake low is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  use the principle of the discretionary calorie allowance to plan their diet. 
B)  choose foods with high nutrient density in each food group. 
C)  follow the principle of moderation in dietary intake. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  use the principle of the discretionary calorie allowance to plan their diet. 
B)  choose foods with high nutrient density in each food group. 
C)  follow the principle of moderation in dietary intake. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 12

All of the following are true regarding the discretionary calorie allowance except:

Accepted Answer

A)  it may be spent on nutrient-dense foods. 
B)  it is the amount of additional calories needed for nutritional adequacy. 
C)  it is a useful concept for those trying to limit calorie intakes. 
D)  it may be spent on added sugars. 
A)  it may be spent on nutrient-dense foods. 
B)  it is the amount of additional calories needed for nutritional adequacy. 
C)  it is a useful concept for those trying to limit calorie intakes. 
D)  it may be spent on added sugars.

Question 13

Users of the exchange list system can make an informed approximation of the energy-yielding nutrients and calories in almost any food they might encounter.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which vegetable subgroup of the USDA Food Patterns is not correctly matched with its target nutrient(s)?

Accepted Answer

A)  red and orange vegetables - vitamin D 
B)  starchy vegetables - carbohydrate 
C)  dark green vegetables - folate 
D)  legumes - iron and protein 
A)  red and orange vegetables - vitamin D 
B)  starchy vegetables - carbohydrate 
C)  dark green vegetables - folate 
D)  legumes - iron and protein

Question 15

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements to give him a competitive advantage. Which of the following nutrient intake recommendations would you suggest that George become familiar with?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adequate Intakes 
B)  Estimated Average Requirements 
C)  Tolerable Upper Intake Levels 
D)  Recommended Dietary Allowances 
A)  Adequate Intakes 
B)  Estimated Average Requirements 
C)  Tolerable Upper Intake Levels 
D)  Recommended Dietary Allowances

Question 16

All of the following are characteristics of exchange systems except:

Accepted Answer

A)  they pay special attention to calories. 
B)  they give a sense of which foods are similar to each other. 
C)  they sort foods by their carbohydrate contents only. 
D)  they highlight the fact that most foods provide more than just one energy nutrient. 
A)  they pay special attention to calories. 
B)  they give a sense of which foods are similar to each other. 
C)  they sort foods by their carbohydrate contents only. 
D)  they highlight the fact that most foods provide more than just one energy nutrient.

Question 17

The absence of a Tolerable Upper Intake Level for a nutrient implies that it is safe to consume in any amount.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

By varying food choices among and within food groups in the USDA Food Patterns, you will help to ensure adequate nutrient intakes and protect against large amounts of toxins or contaminants from any one food.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Identify the USDA recommendations for daily physical activity.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Based on the USDA MyPlate, at least _____ of the plate should be occupied by fruits and vegetables at each meal.

Accepted Answer

A)  1/3 
B)  1/4 
C)  1/2 
D)  2/3 
A)  1/3 
B)  1/4 
C)  1/2 
D)  2/3

Identify the specific advantages of exchange systems.

Which of the following foods is exempt from listing ingredients on the label?

Characteristics of food groups plans include all of the following except:

One of the best sources of lycopene is:

On average, one should try to get 100% of the DRI for every nutrient to ensure an adequate intake over time.

When planning a healthful diet, vegetarians should remember that:

When referring to the DRI recommended intakes, it is important to remember that:

The percentages of the Daily Values on food packages are given in terms of a person requiring _____ calories each day.

List the major groups and subgroups of the USDA Food Patterns and give an example of a nutrient-dense food from each.

Which of the following foods in the protein foods group of the USDA Food Patterns has the highest nutrient density?

The best way for a person to get all the essential nutrients and keep energy intake low is to:

All of the following are true regarding the discretionary calorie allowance except:

Users of the exchange list system can make an informed approximation of the energy-yielding nutrients and calories in almost any food they might encounter.

Which vegetable subgroup of the USDA Food Patterns is not correctly matched with its target nutrient(s)?

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements to give him a competitive advantage. Which of the following nutrient intake recommendations would you suggest that George become familiar with?

All of the following are characteristics of exchange systems except:

The absence of a Tolerable Upper Intake Level for a nutrient implies that it is safe to consume in any amount.

By varying food choices among and within food groups in the USDA Food Patterns, you will help to ensure adequate nutrient intakes and protect against large amounts of toxins or contaminants from any one food.

Identify the USDA recommendations for daily physical activity.

Based on the USDA MyPlate, at least _____ of the plate should be occupied by fruits and vegetables at each meal.

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Identify the specific advantages of exchange systems.

Which of the following foods is exempt from listing ingredients on the label?

Characteristics of food groups plans include all of the following except:

One of the best sources of lycopene is:

On average, one should try to get 100% of the DRI for every nutrient to ensure an adequate intake over time.

When planning a healthful diet, vegetarians should remember that:

When referring to the DRI recommended intakes, it is important to remember that:

The percentages of the Daily Values on food packages are given in terms of a person requiring _____ calories each day.

List the major groups and subgroups of the USDA Food Patterns and give an example of a nutrient-dense food from each.

Which of the following foods in the protein foods group of the USDA Food Patterns has the highest nutrient density?

The best way for a person to get all the essential nutrients and keep energy intake low is to:

All of the following are true regarding the discretionary calorie allowance except:

Users of the exchange list system can make an informed approximation of the energy-yielding nutrients and calories in almost any food they might encounter.

Which vegetable subgroup of the USDA Food Patterns is not correctly matched with its target nutrient(s)?

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements to give him a competitive advantage. Which of the following nutrient intake recommendations would you suggest that George become familiar with?

All of the following are characteristics of exchange systems except:

The absence of a Tolerable Upper Intake Level for a nutrient implies that it is safe to consume in any amount.

By varying food choices among and within food groups in the USDA Food Patterns, you will help to ensure adequate nutrient intakes and protect against large amounts of toxins or contaminants from any one food.

Identify the USDA recommendations for daily physical activity.

Based on the USDA MyPlate, at least _____ of the plate should be occupied by fruits and vegetables at each meal.

Food Choices and Human Health

The Remarkable Body

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, Glycogen, and Fiber

The Lipids: Fats, Oils, Phospholipids, and Sterols

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Healthy Body Weight

Nutrients, Physical Activity, and the Bodys Responses

Diet and Health

Food Safety and Food Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Mother and Infant

Child, Teen, and Older Adult

Hunger and the Global Environment

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