Question 1

Define the term emulsification and describe how the process of emulsification is used by food processors.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Define the term emulsification and describe how...

Question 2

You are talking with someone who is trying to decrease his intake of saturated and trans fats. Which of the following would you recommend as a coffee whitener?

Accepted Answer

A)  cream 
B)  non-dairy creamer 
C)  skim milk 
D)  half and half 
A)  cream 
B)  non-dairy creamer 
C)  skim milk 
D)  half and half

Question 3

Ocean fish has been suggested to provide health benefits if eaten on a regular basis. What would be your recommendation for whether or not to eat fish?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fatty fish has been shown in studies to be beneficial in reducing blood clotting. 
B)  DHA in fish is harmful to eye development in the fetus if eaten during pregnancy. 
C)  Eating fried fish will provide the greatest benefit from the omega-3 fats it contains. 
D)  People with existing heart disease should never eat fish because of the danger of mercury contamination. 
A)  Fatty fish has been shown in studies to be beneficial in reducing blood clotting. 
B)  DHA in fish is harmful to eye development in the fetus if eaten during pregnancy. 
C)  Eating fried fish will provide the greatest benefit from the omega-3 fats it contains. 
D)  People with existing heart disease should never eat fish because of the danger of mercury contamination.

Question 4

Characteristics of the essential fatty acids include:

Accepted Answer

A)  they must be supplied by the diet. 
B)  they can be made from the substances in the body. 
C)  they are polyunsaturated fatty acids. 
D)  b and c 
E)  a and c 
A)  they must be supplied by the diet. 
B)  they can be made from the substances in the body. 
C)  they are polyunsaturated fatty acids. 
D)  b and c 
E)  a and c

Question 5

A woman who is pregnant is concerned about eating fish because of its potential contamination with mercury. What would you tell her?

Accepted Answer

A)  She can select fish species that provide EPA and DHA but are low in mercury such as salmon or European sea bass. 
B)  She can substitute foods with high omega-6 fatty acid content because it can be converted to omega-3 fatty acids. 
C)  She needs to increase her intake of omega-6 fatty acids to provide protection from heart disease. 
D)  Margarines and vegetable oils are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids and can be used instead of fish. 
A)  She can select fish species that provide EPA and DHA but are low in mercury such as salmon or European sea bass. 
B)  She can substitute foods with high omega-6 fatty acid content because it can be converted to omega-3 fatty acids. 
C)  She needs to increase her intake of omega-6 fatty acids to provide protection from heart disease. 
D)  Margarines and vegetable oils are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids and can be used instead of fish.

Question 6

Fatty acids in foods influence the composition of fats in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

You see BHA in the ingredient list on a food product label. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  an additive. 
B)  an emulsifier. 
C)  an antioxidant. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  an additive. 
B)  an emulsifier. 
C)  an antioxidant. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 8

The Dietary Guidelines recommend that adults consume _____ ounces of seafood per week.

Accepted Answer

A)  8-12 
B)  3-6 
C)  14-21 
D)  5-7 
A)  8-12 
B)  3-6 
C)  14-21 
D)  5-7

Question 9

BHA and BHT are examples of:

Accepted Answer

A)  hydrogenated fats. 
B)  unsaturated fatty acids. 
C)  antioxidants. 
D)  snack foods. 
A)  hydrogenated fats. 
B)  unsaturated fatty acids. 
C)  antioxidants. 
D)  snack foods.

Question 10

Research on the benefits of fatty acids and their components has shown that:

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A)  DHA may delay the loss of brain functions in aging. 
B)  omega-3 fatty acids have shown a definite benefit in preventing all forms of cancer. 
C)  supplements of fish oil have improved depression. 
D)  seafood-consuming populations have a lower rate of death from heart disease. 
A)  DHA may delay the loss of brain functions in aging. 
B)  omega-3 fatty acids have shown a definite benefit in preventing all forms of cancer. 
C)  supplements of fish oil have improved depression. 
D)  seafood-consuming populations have a lower rate of death from heart disease.

Question 11

For good health, it is best to:

Accepted Answer

A)  both choose foods high in unsaturated oils and omit foods high in solid fats. 
B)  reduce the amount of visible fats in your diet because they are the majority of solid fats you eat. 
C)  increase intakes of grain-based foods and reduce intakes of all milk products. 
D)  select fat-free versions of high-fat foods because they are lower in calories. 
A)  both choose foods high in unsaturated oils and omit foods high in solid fats. 
B)  reduce the amount of visible fats in your diet because they are the majority of solid fats you eat. 
C)  increase intakes of grain-based foods and reduce intakes of all milk products. 
D)  select fat-free versions of high-fat foods because they are lower in calories.

Question 12

Use the canola oil label to answer questions 
  
-The main nutrient contribution of this oil to your diet is:

Accepted Answer

A)  linolenic acid. 
B)  vitamin A. 
C)  cholesterol. 
D)  saturated fat.
Controversy 5 Multiple-Choice Items 
A)  linolenic acid. 
B)  vitamin A. 
C)  cholesterol. 
D)  saturated fat.
Controversy 5 Multiple-Choice Items

Question 13

Which statement is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  All meats are higher in protein than in fat. 
B)  All dairy products are saturated fat sources. 
C)  Grain products are solid fat free. 
D)  Cream and butter are solid fats.
Application-Level Multiple-Choice Items 
A)  All meats are higher in protein than in fat. 
B)  All dairy products are saturated fat sources. 
C)  Grain products are solid fat free. 
D)  Cream and butter are solid fats.
Application-Level Multiple-Choice Items

Question 14

Cooking oils should be stored in tightly covered containers in order to:

Accepted Answer

A)  prevent them from becoming rancid. 
B)  retard the oxidation process. 
C)  prevent them from losing fat-soluble vitamins. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  prevent them from becoming rancid. 
B)  retard the oxidation process. 
C)  prevent them from losing fat-soluble vitamins. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 15

If you are considering using fish oil supplements for heart health, you need to consider that:

Accepted Answer

A)  fish oil supplements are an excellent way to provide the essential fatty acids you need without the danger of contamination. 
B)  most coldwater fish do not have adequate levels of omega-3 fatty acids to protect the heart. 
C)  fish oil supplements are an excellent source of vitamins A and D to meet RDA levels. 
D)  fish oil supplements contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which may suppress immune function. 
A)  fish oil supplements are an excellent way to provide the essential fatty acids you need without the danger of contamination. 
B)  most coldwater fish do not have adequate levels of omega-3 fatty acids to protect the heart. 
C)  fish oil supplements are an excellent source of vitamins A and D to meet RDA levels. 
D)  fish oil supplements contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which may suppress immune function.

Question 16

To replace saturated fats with monounsaturated fats in your diet, you could use _____ instead of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  canola oil, butter 
B)  safflower oil, olive oil 
C)  stick margarine, canola oil 
D)  butter, olive oil 
A)  canola oil, butter 
B)  safflower oil, olive oil 
C)  stick margarine, canola oil 
D)  butter, olive oil

Question 17

Use the canola oil label to answer questions 
  
-What percentage of calories provided by this oil come from fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  0 
B)  5 
C)  22 
D)  100 
A)  0 
B)  5 
C)  22 
D)  100

Question 18

The best way to increase consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  increase intake of seed oils. 
B)  choose fish as a protein food often. 
C)  limit intake of polyunsaturated fats. 
D)  take fish oil supplements. 
A)  increase intake of seed oils. 
B)  choose fish as a protein food often. 
C)  limit intake of polyunsaturated fats. 
D)  take fish oil supplements.

Question 19

Describe the process of hydrogenation used to prevent spoilage of oils containing unsaturated fatty acids and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this process.

Accepted Answer

Hydrogenation is a chemical process used

Question 20

Pork loin is an example of a lean cut of meat from which the fat can be trimmed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Define the term emulsification and describe how the process of emulsification is used by food processors.

You are talking with someone who is trying to decrease his intake of saturated and trans fats. Which of the following would you recommend as a coffee whitener?

Ocean fish has been suggested to provide health benefits if eaten on a regular basis. What would be your recommendation for whether or not to eat fish?

Characteristics of the essential fatty acids include:

A woman who is pregnant is concerned about eating fish because of its potential contamination with mercury. What would you tell her?

Fatty acids in foods influence the composition of fats in the body.

You see BHA in the ingredient list on a food product label. This is an example of:

The Dietary Guidelines recommend that adults consume _____ ounces of seafood per week.

BHA and BHT are examples of:

Research on the benefits of fatty acids and their components has shown that:

For good health, it is best to:

Use the canola oil label to answer questions -The main nutrient contribution of this oil to your diet is:

Which statement is true?

Cooking oils should be stored in tightly covered containers in order to:

If you are considering using fish oil supplements for heart health, you need to consider that:

To replace saturated fats with monounsaturated fats in your diet, you could use _ instead of _.

Use the canola oil label to answer questions -What percentage of calories provided by this oil come from fat?

The best way to increase consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is to:

Describe the process of hydrogenation used to prevent spoilage of oils containing unsaturated fatty acids and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this process.

Pork loin is an example of a lean cut of meat from which the fat can be trimmed.

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Define the term emulsification and describe how the process of emulsification is used by food processors.

You are talking with someone who is trying to decrease his intake of saturated and trans fats. Which of the following would you recommend as a coffee whitener?

Ocean fish has been suggested to provide health benefits if eaten on a regular basis. What would be your recommendation for whether or not to eat fish?

Characteristics of the essential fatty acids include:

A woman who is pregnant is concerned about eating fish because of its potential contamination with mercury. What would you tell her?

Fatty acids in foods influence the composition of fats in the body.

You see BHA in the ingredient list on a food product label. This is an example of:

The Dietary Guidelines recommend that adults consume _____ ounces of seafood per week.

BHA and BHT are examples of:

Research on the benefits of fatty acids and their components has shown that:

For good health, it is best to:

Use the canola oil label to answer questions -The main nutrient contribution of this oil to your diet is:

Which statement is true?

Cooking oils should be stored in tightly covered containers in order to:

If you are considering using fish oil supplements for heart health, you need to consider that:

To replace saturated fats with monounsaturated fats in your diet, you could use _____ instead of _____.

Use the canola oil label to answer questions -What percentage of calories provided by this oil come from fat?

The best way to increase consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is to:

Describe the process of hydrogenation used to prevent spoilage of oils containing unsaturated fatty acids and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this process.

Pork loin is an example of a lean cut of meat from which the fat can be trimmed.

Food Choices and Human Health

Nutrition Toolsstandards and Guidelines

The Remarkable Body

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, Glycogen, and Fiber

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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To replace saturated fats with monounsaturated fats in your diet, you could use _ instead of _.