Question 1

The refinement of whole grains transforms brown rice into white rice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein.Which of the following should she choose?

Accepted Answer

A) rice and beans 
B) corn and beans 
C) peanut butter and milk 
D) either rice and beans or corn and beans 
E) All of these choices are correct. 
A) rice and beans 
B) corn and beans 
C) peanut butter and milk 
D) either rice and beans or corn and beans 
E) All of these choices are correct. E

Question 4

An essential mineral commonly lacking in the America diet is

Accepted Answer

A) sodium. 
B) calcium. 
C) copper. 
D) fluoride. 
A) sodium. 
B) calcium. 
C) copper. 
D) fluoride.

Question 5

A true food allergy is a reaction of the body's immune system to a food or food ingredient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When it comes to building strong bones,good advice would be to

Accepted Answer

A) limit your sun exposure to less than 10 minutes per week. 
B) eat a diet high in protein. 
C) consume calcium from supplements because it is absorbed better than calcium from foods. 
D) engage in weight-bearing aerobic activities. 
A) limit your sun exposure to less than 10 minutes per week. 
B) eat a diet high in protein. 
C) consume calcium from supplements because it is absorbed better than calcium from foods. 
D) engage in weight-bearing aerobic activities.

Question 7

All foods that contain genetically-modified organisms are specially labeled.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The average American diet includes about ________ of total daily calories as protein.

Accepted Answer

A) 50 percent 
B) 25 percent 
C) 15 percent 
D) 5 percent 
A) 50 percent 
B) 25 percent 
C) 15 percent 
D) 5 percent

Question 9

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Accepted Answer

A) calcium. 
B) vitamin B-12. 
C) sodium. 
D) fiber. 
A) calcium. 
B) vitamin B-12. 
C) sodium. 
D) fiber.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?

Accepted Answer

A) They help insulate your body. 
B) They support and cushion your organs. 
C) They form important components of blood and some hormones. 
D) They help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins. 
A) They help insulate your body. 
B) They support and cushion your organs. 
C) They form important components of blood and some hormones. 
D) They help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Question 11

Josh is a freshman and is in need of eating strategies when he has his meals in the dining hall.List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

Accepted Answer

1. Fill half of your plate with fruits a

Question 12

Moderate alcohol intake for women is no more than ________ drink(s)per day.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) coconut oil. 
B) flaxseed oil. 
C) canola oil. 
D) walnut oil. 
A) coconut oil. 
B) flaxseed oil. 
C) canola oil. 
D) walnut oil.

Question 14

Examples of major minerals include

Accepted Answer

A) potassium,sodium,and iron. 
B) zinc,iron,and calcium. 
C) calcium,potassium,and magnesium. 
D) iron,calcium,and copper. 
A) potassium,sodium,and iron. 
B) zinc,iron,and calcium. 
C) calcium,potassium,and magnesium. 
D) iron,calcium,and copper.

Question 15

The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Moderate alcohol intake for men is no more than ________ drink(s)per day.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommended number of servings for all the food groups in the Food Guide Pyramid.

Accepted Answer

Sure! Here's a sample day's diet that me

Question 18

Alcohol provides ________ calories per gram.

Accepted Answer

A) 4 
B) 7 
C) 9 
D) 12 
A) 4 
B) 7 
C) 9 
D) 12

Question 19

Situation
Connie is satisfied with her weight but would like to improve her eating habits.She typically has several slices of toast and a large coffee for breakfast,a turkey sandwich and chips or sausage pizza for lunch,and a pasta dish with baked chicken or pork chops for supper.She often has an evening snack of fat-free pudding or yogurt.She drinks unsweetened iced tea,regular colas,water,and an occasional glass of milk.
-Identify the six classes of essential nutrients;for each,give at least two major functions it performs in the body and two key food sources.

Accepted Answer

The six classes of essential nutrients a

Question 20

The best source of vitamin C is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A) orange. 
B) hamburger. 
C) glass of milk. 
D) slice of whole-grain bread. 
A) orange. 
B) hamburger. 
C) glass of milk. 
D) slice of whole-grain bread.

Exam 12: Nutrition Basics

The refinement of whole grains transforms brown rice into white rice.

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein.Which of the following should she choose?

An essential mineral commonly lacking in the America diet is

A true food allergy is a reaction of the body's immune system to a food or food ingredient.

When it comes to building strong bones,good advice would be to

All foods that contain genetically-modified organisms are specially labeled.

The average American diet includes about ________ of total daily calories as protein.

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?

Josh is a freshman and is in need of eating strategies when he has his meals in the dining hall.List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

Moderate alcohol intake for women is no more than ________ drink(s)per day.

Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following,EXCEPT

Examples of major minerals include

The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.

Moderate alcohol intake for men is no more than ________ drink(s)per day.

Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommended number of servings for all the food groups in the Food Guide Pyramid.

Alcohol provides ________ calories per gram.

The best source of vitamin C is a(n)

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