Question 1

Describe characteristics of diets that are thought to be protective against cancer.

Accepted Answer

Diets that are thought to be protective

Question 2

To reduce your risks of developing cancer you would:

Accepted Answer

A)  reduce your intake of omega-3 fats. 
B)  eat lots of fruits and vegetables. 
C)  consume whole grains and other fiber-rich foods. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  reduce your intake of omega-3 fats. 
B)  eat lots of fruits and vegetables. 
C)  consume whole grains and other fiber-rich foods. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 3

When trying to reduce the risk of heart disease, the most important risk factor to modify first is:

Accepted Answer

A)  high LDL cholesterol because of its role in plaque formation. 
B)  low HDL cholesterol because of its protective effect. 
C)  obesity because of its effect on cholesterol levels. 
D)  physical inactivity because of its effect on weight. 
A)  high LDL cholesterol because of its role in plaque formation. 
B)  low HDL cholesterol because of its protective effect. 
C)  obesity because of its effect on cholesterol levels. 
D)  physical inactivity because of its effect on weight.

Question 4

Arguments against genetic testing include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  lifestyle changes to match gene profiles have not yet been defined. 
B)  there is no evidence that information about genetic coding can be used to make lifestyle changes. 
C)  regulation loopholes exist, making information available to others who have no right to the information. 
D)  ethical concerns include employers screening job applicants for certain traits that may lead to future sick time expenses. 
A)  lifestyle changes to match gene profiles have not yet been defined. 
B)  there is no evidence that information about genetic coding can be used to make lifestyle changes. 
C)  regulation loopholes exist, making information available to others who have no right to the information. 
D)  ethical concerns include employers screening job applicants for certain traits that may lead to future sick time expenses.

Question 5

For CVD prevention, trans fat in the diet should account for less than _____ percent of calories.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  1 
C)  20 
D)  7 
A)  5 
B)  1 
C)  20 
D)  7

Question 6

Which is the best meal to help reduce LDL cholesterol levels in the blood?

Accepted Answer

A)  grilled salmon, wild rice, steamed broccoli, whole-wheat roll 
B)  roast chicken, sweet potatoes, green peas, biscuit 
C)  pinto beans and ham, corn on the cob with margarine, cornbread 
D)  roast beef, mashed potatoes, tossed salad with ranch dressing, sourdough bread 
A)  grilled salmon, wild rice, steamed broccoli, whole-wheat roll 
B)  roast chicken, sweet potatoes, green peas, biscuit 
C)  pinto beans and ham, corn on the cob with margarine, cornbread 
D)  roast beef, mashed potatoes, tossed salad with ranch dressing, sourdough bread

Question 7

Jack's physician has placed him on a diet recommended to control his blood cholesterol. In order to follow this plan Jack would:

Accepted Answer

A)  consume ≤300 mg cholesterol per day. 
B)  consume less than 7% of calories as saturated fat. 
C)  consume 30% of calories as monounsaturated fats. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  consume ≤300 mg cholesterol per day. 
B)  consume less than 7% of calories as saturated fat. 
C)  consume 30% of calories as monounsaturated fats. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 8

Health care providers are now able to tailor a person's treatment to prevent or minimize disease based on their identified genetic profile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Alcohol intake in nonsmokers is associated with cancers of the:

Accepted Answer

A)  mouth. 
B)  head and neck. 
C)  breast. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  mouth. 
B)  head and neck. 
C)  breast. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 10

Metabolic syndrome, with its cluster of factors, raises the risk of CVD.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A man with pre-hypertension is trying to keep his blood pressure from going higher. Which of the following dietary changes might help?

Accepted Answer

A)  have at least two glasses of wine a day with dinner 
B)  choose low-sodium canned soups and beans 
C)  eliminate high-potassium foods like potatoes and broccoli 
D)  add vitamin and mineral supplements to make up deficiencies 
A)  have at least two glasses of wine a day with dinner 
B)  choose low-sodium canned soups and beans 
C)  eliminate high-potassium foods like potatoes and broccoli 
D)  add vitamin and mineral supplements to make up deficiencies

Question 12

A deficiency or toxicity of even a single nutrient can weaken the body's defenses considerably.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

To help control blood cholesterol you would:

Accepted Answer

A)  consume oats, barley, and legumes. 
B)  limit foods with trans fatty acids. 
C)  eliminate eggs from your diet. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  consume oats, barley, and legumes. 
B)  limit foods with trans fatty acids. 
C)  eliminate eggs from your diet. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 14

Heart disease in women is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

A)  development at a later age than in men. 
B)  a much lower death rate than other chronic diseases. 
C)  the same symptoms of heart attack as in men. 
D)  a better heart muscle recovery than in men. 
A)  development at a later age than in men. 
B)  a much lower death rate than other chronic diseases. 
C)  the same symptoms of heart attack as in men. 
D)  a better heart muscle recovery than in men.

Question 15

What is the role of plaque formation in the arteries during heart disease development?

Accepted Answer

A)  It attracts macrophages, which will clear blood clots away from artery walls. 
B)  It has a protective effect on areas of damage in the artery wall. 
C)  It can narrow passages in arteries and reduce blood flow to the heart. 
D)  It binds with LDL to prevent it from circulating in the blood and causing damage. 
A)  It attracts macrophages, which will clear blood clots away from artery walls. 
B)  It has a protective effect on areas of damage in the artery wall. 
C)  It can narrow passages in arteries and reduce blood flow to the heart. 
D)  It binds with LDL to prevent it from circulating in the blood and causing damage.

Question 16

Examples of cruciferous vegetables include:

Accepted Answer

A)  turnips. 
B)  broccoli. 
C)  green onions. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  turnips. 
B)  broccoli. 
C)  green onions. 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 17

Describe the DASH diet eating plan, including the types of foods and nutrients emphasized and limited by this plan.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe the DASH diet eating plan, including...

Question 18

Degenerative conditions are also referred to as chronic diseases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

You are interested in controlling your risk of developing CVD. Which of the following would you do?

Accepted Answer

A)  consume high levels of complex carbohydrates and fiber 
B)  substitute fish for red meat twice a week 
C)  use margarine in the place of olive oil 
D)  a and c 
E)  a and b 
A)  consume high levels of complex carbohydrates and fiber 
B)  substitute fish for red meat twice a week 
C)  use margarine in the place of olive oil 
D)  a and c 
E)  a and b

Question 20

Chronic diseases are the only type of diseases that afflict people in developed countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Describe characteristics of diets that are thought to be protective against cancer.

To reduce your risks of developing cancer you would:

When trying to reduce the risk of heart disease, the most important risk factor to modify first is:

Arguments against genetic testing include all of the following except:

For CVD prevention, trans fat in the diet should account for less than _____ percent of calories.

Which is the best meal to help reduce LDL cholesterol levels in the blood?

Jack's physician has placed him on a diet recommended to control his blood cholesterol. In order to follow this plan Jack would:

Health care providers are now able to tailor a person's treatment to prevent or minimize disease based on their identified genetic profile.

Alcohol intake in nonsmokers is associated with cancers of the:

Metabolic syndrome, with its cluster of factors, raises the risk of CVD.

A man with pre-hypertension is trying to keep his blood pressure from going higher. Which of the following dietary changes might help?

A deficiency or toxicity of even a single nutrient can weaken the body's defenses considerably.

To help control blood cholesterol you would:

Heart disease in women is characterized by:

What is the role of plaque formation in the arteries during heart disease development?

Examples of cruciferous vegetables include:

Describe the DASH diet eating plan, including the types of foods and nutrients emphasized and limited by this plan.

Degenerative conditions are also referred to as chronic diseases.

You are interested in controlling your risk of developing CVD. Which of the following would you do?

Chronic diseases are the only type of diseases that afflict people in developed countries.

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Exam 11: Diet and Health

Describe characteristics of diets that are thought to be protective against cancer.

To reduce your risks of developing cancer you would:

When trying to reduce the risk of heart disease, the most important risk factor to modify first is:

Arguments against genetic testing include all of the following except:

For CVD prevention, trans fat in the diet should account for less than _____ percent of calories.

Which is the best meal to help reduce LDL cholesterol levels in the blood?

Jack's physician has placed him on a diet recommended to control his blood cholesterol. In order to follow this plan Jack would:

Health care providers are now able to tailor a person's treatment to prevent or minimize disease based on their identified genetic profile.

Alcohol intake in nonsmokers is associated with cancers of the:

Metabolic syndrome, with its cluster of factors, raises the risk of CVD.

A man with pre-hypertension is trying to keep his blood pressure from going higher. Which of the following dietary changes might help?

A deficiency or toxicity of even a single nutrient can weaken the body's defenses considerably.

To help control blood cholesterol you would:

Heart disease in women is characterized by:

What is the role of plaque formation in the arteries during heart disease development?

Examples of cruciferous vegetables include:

Describe the DASH diet eating plan, including the types of foods and nutrients emphasized and limited by this plan.

Degenerative conditions are also referred to as chronic diseases.

You are interested in controlling your risk of developing CVD. Which of the following would you do?

Chronic diseases are the only type of diseases that afflict people in developed countries.

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

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Healthy Body Weight

Nutrients, Physical Activity, and the Bodys Responses

Food Safety and Food Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Mother and Infant

Child, Teen, and Older Adult

Hunger and the Global Environment

Filters