Question 1

Hard water has high concentrations of:

Accepted Answer

A)  sodium. 
B)  calcium. 
C)  magnesium. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  sodium. 
B)  calcium. 
C)  magnesium. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 2

The bioavailability of calcium in calcium-fortified orange juice is comparable to that of milk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Chromium works closely with:

Accepted Answer

A)  insulin. 
B)  collagen. 
C)  hemoglobin. 
D)  enzymes. 
A)  insulin. 
B)  collagen. 
C)  hemoglobin. 
D)  enzymes.

Question 4

The first sign of dehydration is:

Accepted Answer

A)  headache. 
B)  confusion. 
C)  thirst. 
D)  fatigue. 
A)  headache. 
B)  confusion. 
C)  thirst. 
D)  fatigue.

Question 5

What effect does zinc deficiency have on the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  a minor effect because zinc has only a limited role in the body 
B)  impairs the immune response, leading to increased infections 
C)  increases metabolism and increases appetite, leading to weight gain 
D)  reduces iron absorption because iron needs zinc for transport 
A)  a minor effect because zinc has only a limited role in the body 
B)  impairs the immune response, leading to increased infections 
C)  increases metabolism and increases appetite, leading to weight gain 
D)  reduces iron absorption because iron needs zinc for transport

Question 6

Which of the following foods provides the least amount of available zinc?

Accepted Answer

A)  meats 
B)  poultry 
C)  legumes 
D)  shellfish 
A)  meats 
B)  poultry 
C)  legumes 
D)  shellfish

Question 7

Which of the following stabilizes bones and makes teeth resistant to decay?

Accepted Answer

A)  chromium 
B)  chloride 
C)  fluoride 
D)  zinc 
A)  chromium 
B)  chloride 
C)  fluoride 
D)  zinc

Question 8

Magnesium is an important mineral that works with calcium in the body to:

Accepted Answer

A)  increase bone density. 
B)  maintain acid-base balance in the cells. 
C)  control blood glucose levels. 
D)  help muscles contract and relax. 
A)  increase bone density. 
B)  maintain acid-base balance in the cells. 
C)  control blood glucose levels. 
D)  help muscles contract and relax.

Question 9

Authorities recommend foods as a source of calcium in preference to calcium supplements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Describe what is known about the relationship between a protein intakes and bone health.

Accepted Answer

The relationship between protein intake

Question 11

The DASH diet is more effective in reducing blood pressure than just decreasing sodium alone because it includes which of the following guidelines?

Accepted Answer

A)  reduce the intake of dairy products 
B)  add moderate amounts of salt to prepared foods 
C)  greatly increase intakes of fruits and vegetables 
D)  eliminate grain products from the diet 
A)  reduce the intake of dairy products 
B)  add moderate amounts of salt to prepared foods 
C)  greatly increase intakes of fruits and vegetables 
D)  eliminate grain products from the diet

Question 12

Do high intakes of iron from foods pose a danger to healthy people?

Accepted Answer

A)  yes, if they include large amounts of fortified grains and cereals 
B)  no, because the body adjusts the amount of iron absorbed 
C)  yes, because of high intakes of vitamin C supplements among many people 
D)  no, because non-heme iron blocks the absorption of heme iron 
A)  yes, if they include large amounts of fortified grains and cereals 
B)  no, because the body adjusts the amount of iron absorbed 
C)  yes, because of high intakes of vitamin C supplements among many people 
D)  no, because non-heme iron blocks the absorption of heme iron

Question 13

You are working with a child in a health clinic who has growth retardation, impaired immunity, and a poor appetite. This child is most likely experiencing _____ deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A)  iron 
B)  chromium 
C)  zinc 
D)  magnesium 
A)  iron 
B)  chromium 
C)  zinc 
D)  magnesium

Question 14

The best source of phosphorus is:

Accepted Answer

A)  animal protein. 
B)  fruit. 
C)  vegetable protein. 
D)  grain products. 
A)  animal protein. 
B)  fruit. 
C)  vegetable protein. 
D)  grain products.

Question 15

Jennifer says she drinks bottled water because it is safer than tap water. You tell her that bottled water:

Accepted Answer

A)  has been withdrawn from an underwater spring and is naturally pure. 
B)  has been filtered by the manufacturer to remove contaminants. 
C)  all tastes exactly the same as tap water. 
D)  may be treated tap water. 
A)  has been withdrawn from an underwater spring and is naturally pure. 
B)  has been filtered by the manufacturer to remove contaminants. 
C)  all tastes exactly the same as tap water. 
D)  may be treated tap water.

Question 16

When trying to consume adequate dietary iron it is helpful to:

Accepted Answer

A)  eat non-heme iron found only in plants because it is absorbed more efficiently. 
B)  consider adding supplements because they are better absorbed than iron in foods. 
C)  combine vitamin C-rich foods with non-heme iron sources to increase absorption. 
D)  avoid combining heme-iron foods with non-heme-iron foods in the same meal. 
A)  eat non-heme iron found only in plants because it is absorbed more efficiently. 
B)  consider adding supplements because they are better absorbed than iron in foods. 
C)  combine vitamin C-rich foods with non-heme iron sources to increase absorption. 
D)  avoid combining heme-iron foods with non-heme-iron foods in the same meal.

Question 17

The recommended source of fluid for healthy U.S. adults is:

Accepted Answer

A)  plain drinking water, because it is safe and noncaloric. 
B)  carbonated beverages, because they have good flavor. 
C)  tea or coffee, because caffeine helps maintain fluid in the body. 
D)  fruit juice, because it has additional nutrients we need. 
A)  plain drinking water, because it is safe and noncaloric. 
B)  carbonated beverages, because they have good flavor. 
C)  tea or coffee, because caffeine helps maintain fluid in the body. 
D)  fruit juice, because it has additional nutrients we need.

Question 18

A person's absorption of calcium varies based on:

Accepted Answer

A)  age. 
B)  habitual intakes. 
C)  gender. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  age. 
B)  habitual intakes. 
C)  gender. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 19

Which of the following agencies is responsible for ensuring that public water systems meet minimum standards for protection of public health?

Accepted Answer

A)  Food and Drug Administration 
B)  Environmental Protection Agency 
C)  Food Safety and Inspection Service 
D)  World Health Organization 
A)  Food and Drug Administration 
B)  Environmental Protection Agency 
C)  Food Safety and Inspection Service 
D)  World Health Organization

Question 20

Which of the following is an accurate statement about calcium supplements for bone health?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is difficult for young women to get enough dietary calcium, so they need a supplement. 
B)  Calcium-fortified soy milk provides an easily absorbed form of calcium. 
C)  Calcium supplements are absorbed more readily than calcium in milk. 
D)  There are no toxicity concerns with taking large amounts of calcium in supplement form. 
A)  It is difficult for young women to get enough dietary calcium, so they need a supplement. 
B)  Calcium-fortified soy milk provides an easily absorbed form of calcium. 
C)  Calcium supplements are absorbed more readily than calcium in milk. 
D)  There are no toxicity concerns with taking large amounts of calcium in supplement form.

Hard water has high concentrations of:

The bioavailability of calcium in calcium-fortified orange juice is comparable to that of milk.

Chromium works closely with:

The first sign of dehydration is:

What effect does zinc deficiency have on the body?

Which of the following foods provides the least amount of available zinc?

Which of the following stabilizes bones and makes teeth resistant to decay?

Magnesium is an important mineral that works with calcium in the body to:

Authorities recommend foods as a source of calcium in preference to calcium supplements.

Describe what is known about the relationship between a protein intakes and bone health.

The DASH diet is more effective in reducing blood pressure than just decreasing sodium alone because it includes which of the following guidelines?

Do high intakes of iron from foods pose a danger to healthy people?

You are working with a child in a health clinic who has growth retardation, impaired immunity, and a poor appetite. This child is most likely experiencing _____ deficiency.

The best source of phosphorus is:

Jennifer says she drinks bottled water because it is safer than tap water. You tell her that bottled water:

When trying to consume adequate dietary iron it is helpful to:

The recommended source of fluid for healthy U.S. adults is:

A person's absorption of calcium varies based on:

Which of the following agencies is responsible for ensuring that public water systems meet minimum standards for protection of public health?

Which of the following is an accurate statement about calcium supplements for bone health?

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Energy Balance and Healthy Body Weight

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Exam 8: Water and Minerals

Hard water has high concentrations of:

The bioavailability of calcium in calcium-fortified orange juice is comparable to that of milk.

Chromium works closely with:

The first sign of dehydration is:

What effect does zinc deficiency have on the body?

Which of the following foods provides the least amount of available zinc?

Which of the following stabilizes bones and makes teeth resistant to decay?

Magnesium is an important mineral that works with calcium in the body to:

Authorities recommend foods as a source of calcium in preference to calcium supplements.

Describe what is known about the relationship between a protein intakes and bone health.

The DASH diet is more effective in reducing blood pressure than just decreasing sodium alone because it includes which of the following guidelines?

Do high intakes of iron from foods pose a danger to healthy people?

You are working with a child in a health clinic who has growth retardation, impaired immunity, and a poor appetite. This child is most likely experiencing _____ deficiency.

The best source of phosphorus is:

Jennifer says she drinks bottled water because it is safer than tap water. You tell her that bottled water:

When trying to consume adequate dietary iron it is helpful to:

The recommended source of fluid for healthy U.S. adults is:

A person's absorption of calcium varies based on:

Which of the following agencies is responsible for ensuring that public water systems meet minimum standards for protection of public health?

Which of the following is an accurate statement about calcium supplements for bone health?

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 Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins

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

Filters