Question 1

When a person ingests a large dose of any single amino acid, absorption of others of its type may be limited.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Negative nitrogen balance occurs in:

Accepted Answer

A)  a surgery patient. 
B)  growing children. 
C)  pregnant women. 
D)  lactating women. 
A)  a surgery patient. 
B)  growing children. 
C)  pregnant women. 
D)  lactating women. A

Question 3

Is it a good idea to avoid acidic foods like tomatoes and orange juice in order to prevent acid stomach?

Accepted Answer

A)  yes, because highly acidic foods increase the acidity of the stomach 
B)  no, because no food is acidic enough to make the stomach acid stronger 
C)  no, because the stomach is supposed to be acidic to do its job 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  yes, because highly acidic foods increase the acidity of the stomach 
B)  no, because no food is acidic enough to make the stomach acid stronger 
C)  no, because the stomach is supposed to be acidic to do its job 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c E

Question 4

Which statement is true of a vegan diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Very young children may not consume enough plant sources of protein to build and maintain bone and muscle tissue. 
B)  A vegan woman always has excellent stores of nutrients needed for pregnancy. 
C)  Research shows that vegan diets promote normal growth in children. 
D)  Vegan children's daily protein requirement is less than meat-eating children's. 
A)  Very young children may not consume enough plant sources of protein to build and maintain bone and muscle tissue. 
B)  A vegan woman always has excellent stores of nutrients needed for pregnancy. 
C)  Research shows that vegan diets promote normal growth in children. 
D)  Vegan children's daily protein requirement is less than meat-eating children's.

Question 5

Each amino acid has its own distinctive chemical side chain attached to the center carbon of the backbone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An overemphasis on protein-rich foods can lead to:

Accepted Answer

A)  a low intake of iron. 
B)  a low intake of folate. 
C)  a low intake of vitamin C. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  a low intake of iron. 
B)  a low intake of folate. 
C)  a low intake of vitamin C. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 7

Describe factors that influence the digestibility of protein.

Accepted Answer

Several factors can influence the digest

Question 8

The DRI Committee recommends _____ percent of total calories as the minimum amount of protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  15 
D)  20 
A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  15 
D)  20

Question 9

The heavy use of soy products in place of meat can inhibit _____ absorption.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  folate 
C)  iron 
D)  vitamin C
Application-Level Multiple-Choice Items 
A)  calcium 
B)  folate 
C)  iron 
D)  vitamin C
Application-Level Multiple-Choice Items

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Athletes need slightly more protein than other healthy adults. 
B)  Athletes should consume protein supplements to build muscle. 
C)  Dieters should take protein supplements to spare body protein. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  Athletes need slightly more protein than other healthy adults. 
B)  Athletes should consume protein supplements to build muscle. 
C)  Dieters should take protein supplements to spare body protein. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 11

Which of the following cooking methods would you use to increase the digestibility of protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  frying 
B)  stewing 
C)  grilling 
D)  baking 
A)  frying 
B)  stewing 
C)  grilling 
D)  baking

Question 12

The recycling system for amino acids in the body is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

A)  provide fuel for the cells to spare glucose. 
B)  convert nonessential amino acids into essential amino acids. 
C)  provide the cells with materials to build body proteins. 
D)  add protein to muscles when there is a shortage of energy from foods. 
A)  provide fuel for the cells to spare glucose. 
B)  convert nonessential amino acids into essential amino acids. 
C)  provide the cells with materials to build body proteins. 
D)  add protein to muscles when there is a shortage of energy from foods.

Question 13

Antibodies are identical large proteins in the blood that are effective in destroying multiple types of invading foreign particles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A 10-year-old boy is going through a growth spurt. Because he needs to build new muscle tissue, what should his nitrogen status be?

Accepted Answer

A)  positive nitrogen balance 
B)  negative nitrogen balance 
C)  nitrogen equilibrium 
D)  nitrogen deficiency 
A)  positive nitrogen balance 
B)  negative nitrogen balance 
C)  nitrogen equilibrium 
D)  nitrogen deficiency

Question 15

A woman who is on a vegan diet has become pregnant. What would be a health concern for her?

Accepted Answer

A)  she will need to increase intake of soy products and seaweed to receive adequate B12 
B)  she may have difficulty gaining adequate weight during her pregnancy 
C)  she may have too high an iron intake because of the high iron levels in plant foods 
D)  her diet will most likely be deficient in omega-6 fatty acids 
A)  she will need to increase intake of soy products and seaweed to receive adequate B12 
B)  she may have difficulty gaining adequate weight during her pregnancy 
C)  she may have too high an iron intake because of the high iron levels in plant foods 
D)  her diet will most likely be deficient in omega-6 fatty acids

Question 16

The genetic coding or expression that determines our DNA messaging for cells is:

Accepted Answer

A)  identical in all people to ensure that cells are developed properly. 
B)  available in all cells but is idle in some cells and active in others. 
C)  not influenced by any changes in nutrient intake. 
D)  easily changed if a disease develops in the body. 
A)  identical in all people to ensure that cells are developed properly. 
B)  available in all cells but is idle in some cells and active in others. 
C)  not influenced by any changes in nutrient intake. 
D)  easily changed if a disease develops in the body.

Question 17

Your friend is a vegetarian who consumes large quantities of soy products in the place of meat. From a nutrition perspective, your friend is at risk of developing _____ deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin C 
B)  iron 
C)  folate 
D)  calcium 
A)  vitamin C 
B)  iron 
C)  folate 
D)  calcium

Question 18

For athletes, the path to bigger muscles includes

Accepted Answer

A)  vigorous physical training. 
B)  well-timed meals. 
C)  excess protein consumption. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  vigorous physical training. 
B)  well-timed meals. 
C)  excess protein consumption. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 19

Including which of the following foods in a vegan child's diet helps to ensure adequate growth and bone development?

Accepted Answer

A)  whole grains for zinc 
B)  walnuts for omega-3 fatty acids 
C)  raisins for calcium 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  whole grains for zinc 
B)  walnuts for omega-3 fatty acids 
C)  raisins for calcium 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 20

Which statement about the role of protein in a weight-loss plan is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Protein should contribute 65 percent or more of the calories. 
B)  There is no evidence that protein helps control the appetite. 
C)  It is the proper proportion of nutrients that brings about long-term weight loss. 
D)  Meeting protein recommendations during weight loss is critical for preserving lean tissues. 
A)  Protein should contribute 65 percent or more of the calories. 
B)  There is no evidence that protein helps control the appetite. 
C)  It is the proper proportion of nutrients that brings about long-term weight loss. 
D)  Meeting protein recommendations during weight loss is critical for preserving lean tissues.

When a person ingests a large dose of any single amino acid, absorption of others of its type may be limited.

Negative nitrogen balance occurs in:

Is it a good idea to avoid acidic foods like tomatoes and orange juice in order to prevent acid stomach?

Which statement is true of a vegan diet?

Each amino acid has its own distinctive chemical side chain attached to the center carbon of the backbone.

An overemphasis on protein-rich foods can lead to:

Describe factors that influence the digestibility of protein.

The DRI Committee recommends _____ percent of total calories as the minimum amount of protein.

The heavy use of soy products in place of meat can inhibit _____ absorption.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following cooking methods would you use to increase the digestibility of protein?

The recycling system for amino acids in the body is primarily used to:

Antibodies are identical large proteins in the blood that are effective in destroying multiple types of invading foreign particles.

A 10-year-old boy is going through a growth spurt. Because he needs to build new muscle tissue, what should his nitrogen status be?

A woman who is on a vegan diet has become pregnant. What would be a health concern for her?

The genetic coding or expression that determines our DNA messaging for cells is:

Your friend is a vegetarian who consumes large quantities of soy products in the place of meat. From a nutrition perspective, your friend is at risk of developing _____ deficiency.

For athletes, the path to bigger muscles includes

Including which of the following foods in a vegan child's diet helps to ensure adequate growth and bone development?

Which statement about the role of protein in a weight-loss plan is accurate?

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Exam 6: The Proteins and Amino Acids

When a person ingests a large dose of any single amino acid, absorption of others of its type may be limited.

Negative nitrogen balance occurs in:

Is it a good idea to avoid acidic foods like tomatoes and orange juice in order to prevent acid stomach?

Which statement is true of a vegan diet?

Each amino acid has its own distinctive chemical side chain attached to the center carbon of the backbone.

An overemphasis on protein-rich foods can lead to:

Describe factors that influence the digestibility of protein.

The DRI Committee recommends _____ percent of total calories as the minimum amount of protein.

The heavy use of soy products in place of meat can inhibit _____ absorption.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following cooking methods would you use to increase the digestibility of protein?

The recycling system for amino acids in the body is primarily used to:

Antibodies are identical large proteins in the blood that are effective in destroying multiple types of invading foreign particles.

A 10-year-old boy is going through a growth spurt. Because he needs to build new muscle tissue, what should his nitrogen status be?

A woman who is on a vegan diet has become pregnant. What would be a health concern for her?

The genetic coding or expression that determines our DNA messaging for cells is:

Your friend is a vegetarian who consumes large quantities of soy products in the place of meat. From a nutrition perspective, your friend is at risk of developing _____ deficiency.

For athletes, the path to bigger muscles includes

Including which of the following foods in a vegan child's diet helps to ensure adequate growth and bone development?

Which statement about the role of protein in a weight-loss plan is accurate?

Food Choices and Human Health

Nutrition Toolsstandards and Guidelines

The Remarkable Body

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, Glycogen, and Fiber

The Lipids: Fats, Oils, Phospholipids, and Sterols

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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