Question 1

The liver and muscles store carbohydrates in the form of

Accepted Answer

A) glucose. 
B) glycogen. 
C) fructose. 
D) sucrose. 
A) glucose. 
B) glycogen. 
C) fructose. 
D) sucrose.

Question 2

Which of the following would be an effect of consuming omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A) They reduce the tendency of blood to clot. 
B) They inhibit inflammation. 
C) They inhibit abnormal heart rhythms. 
D) They reduce the tendency of blood to clot and inhibit abnormal heart rhythms. 
E) All of these choices are correct. 
A) They reduce the tendency of blood to clot. 
B) They inhibit inflammation. 
C) They inhibit abnormal heart rhythms. 
D) They reduce the tendency of blood to clot and inhibit abnormal heart rhythms. 
E) All of these choices are correct.

Question 3

Fat provides ________ calories per gram.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A) Choose a diet low in complex carbohydrates. 
B) Control calorie intake to manage body weight. 
C) Choose a diet with a variety of fruits and vegetables. 
D) Choose a diet with a limited amount of sugar. 
A) Choose a diet low in complex carbohydrates. 
B) Control calorie intake to manage body weight. 
C) Choose a diet with a variety of fruits and vegetables. 
D) Choose a diet with a limited amount of sugar.

Question 5

It is required by law that fresh meats,poultry,fish,fruits,and vegetables have food labels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A) The guidelines are intended for healthy children age 15 and older and adults of all ages. 
B) The guidelines provide general guidance for choosing a healthy diet. 
C) Following these guidelines reduces the risk of chronic diseases. 
D) Each of the recommendations in the guidelines is supported by extensive medical evidence. 
A) The guidelines are intended for healthy children age 15 and older and adults of all ages. 
B) The guidelines provide general guidance for choosing a healthy diet. 
C) Following these guidelines reduces the risk of chronic diseases. 
D) Each of the recommendations in the guidelines is supported by extensive medical evidence.

Question 7

Beta-carotene,vitamin C,and vitamin E are antioxidants.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

One Food Guide Pyramid serving of pasta is about the size of

Accepted Answer

A) a ping-pong ball. 
B) a soda can. 
C) a tennis ball. 
D) a large orange. 
A) a ping-pong ball. 
B) a soda can. 
C) a tennis ball. 
D) a large orange.

Question 9

All of the following are good sources of fiber,EXCEPT

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A) avocado. 
B) hamburger. 
C) oatmeal. 
D) winter squash. 
A) avocado. 
B) hamburger. 
C) oatmeal. 
D) winter squash.

Question 10

The recommended self-treatment for foodborne illness is limiting intake of food and water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

High sodium condiments include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) mustard. 
B) lemon juice. 
C) soy sauce. 
D) olives. 
A) mustard. 
B) lemon juice. 
C) soy sauce. 
D) olives.

Question 12

A by-product of hydrogenation is

Accepted Answer

A) monounsaturated fats. 
B) trans fatty acids. 
C) cholesterol. 
D) triglycerides. 
A) monounsaturated fats. 
B) trans fatty acids. 
C) cholesterol. 
D) triglycerides.

Question 13

The Dietary Reference Intakes

Accepted Answer

A) are a current set of dietary standards established by the Food and Nutrition Board. 
B) focus on the role of nutrients in promoting optimal health and preventing chronic diseases. 
C) include standards for both recommended and maximum safe intakes. 
D) are a current set of dietary standards established by the Food and Nutrition Board and include standards for both recommended and maximum safe intakes. 
E) All of these choices are correct. 
A) are a current set of dietary standards established by the Food and Nutrition Board. 
B) focus on the role of nutrients in promoting optimal health and preventing chronic diseases. 
C) include standards for both recommended and maximum safe intakes. 
D) are a current set of dietary standards established by the Food and Nutrition Board and include standards for both recommended and maximum safe intakes. 
E) All of these choices are correct.

Question 14

Carbohydrates consumed in excess of the body's energy needs are stored in the muscle as glucose.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A food rich in calcium is

Accepted Answer

A) low-fat milk. 
B) lean meat. 
C) nuts. 
D) apples. 
A) low-fat milk. 
B) lean meat. 
C) nuts. 
D) apples.

Question 16

Essential nutrients include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) vitamins. 
B) minerals. 
C) enzymes. 
D) amino acids. 
A) vitamins. 
B) minerals. 
C) enzymes. 
D) amino acids.

Question 17

Strategies to prevent osteoporosis include all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) weight-bearing aerobic exercise. 
B) moderation in the consumption of caffeine. 
C) adequate vitamin D intake. 
D) high intake of vitamin A (as retinol). 
A) weight-bearing aerobic exercise. 
B) moderation in the consumption of caffeine. 
C) adequate vitamin D intake. 
D) high intake of vitamin A (as retinol).

Question 18

Which of the following will help supply Carey with an adequate daily intake of protein?

Accepted Answer

A) 3 oz.of meat 
B) ½ cup of tofu 
C) 1 cup of yogurt 
D) 1½ ounces of cheese 
E) All of these choices are correct. 
A) 3 oz.of meat 
B) ½ cup of tofu 
C) 1 cup of yogurt 
D) 1½ ounces of cheese 
E) All of these choices are correct.

Question 19

All of the following contain mostly polyunsaturated fatty acids,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) coconut oil. 
B) soybean oil. 
C) corn oil. 
D) cottonseed oil. 
A) coconut oil. 
B) soybean oil. 
C) corn oil. 
D) cottonseed oil.

Question 20

Shelley is pregnant and has concerns about possible mercury contamination in the fish she eats.According to the FDA and EPA guidelines,which of the following should she not eat?

Accepted Answer

A) swordfish 
B) king mackerel 
C) shark 
D) tilefish 
E) Shelley should not eat any of these choices. 
A) swordfish 
B) king mackerel 
C) shark 
D) tilefish 
E) Shelley should not eat any of these choices.

Exam 12: Nutrition Basics

The liver and muscles store carbohydrates in the form of

Which of the following would be an effect of consuming omega-3 fatty acids?

Fat provides ________ calories per gram.

Which of the following is NOT one of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

It is required by law that fresh meats,poultry,fish,fruits,and vegetables have food labels.

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Beta-carotene,vitamin C,and vitamin E are antioxidants.

One Food Guide Pyramid serving of pasta is about the size of

All of the following are good sources of fiber,EXCEPT

The recommended self-treatment for foodborne illness is limiting intake of food and water.

High sodium condiments include all of the following,EXCEPT

A by-product of hydrogenation is

The Dietary Reference Intakes

Carbohydrates consumed in excess of the body's energy needs are stored in the muscle as glucose.

A food rich in calcium is

Essential nutrients include all of the following,EXCEPT

Strategies to prevent osteoporosis include all of the following,EXCEPT

Which of the following will help supply Carey with an adequate daily intake of protein?

All of the following contain mostly polyunsaturated fatty acids,EXCEPT

Shelley is pregnant and has concerns about possible mercury contamination in the fish she eats.According to the FDA and EPA guidelines,which of the following should she not eat?

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