Question 1

The metabolization of protein for energy results in the production of waste materials called ketone bodies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

One serving of grains is equal to one slice of bread.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Protein can be found in

Accepted Answer

A)  meat and nuts. 
B)  raw vegetables. 
C)  citrus. 
D)  oils and butter. 
A)  meat and nuts. 
B)  raw vegetables. 
C)  citrus. 
D)  oils and butter.

Question 4

Beta-carotene performs which functions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aids night vision 
B)  Maintains muscle tone 
C)  Aids the formation of skin and mucous membranes 
D)  A and B 
E)  A and C 
A)  Aids night vision 
B)  Maintains muscle tone 
C)  Aids the formation of skin and mucous membranes 
D)  A and B 
E)  A and C

Question 5

The fiber that is most effective in lowering blood cholesterol levels can be found in which food?

Accepted Answer

A)  Legumes 
B)  Celery 
C)  Oatmeal 
D)  Broccoli 
A)  Legumes 
B)  Celery 
C)  Oatmeal 
D)  Broccoli

Question 6

Obesity and a low-fat diet are typically seen in patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Iron is an important part of which compound?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hormones 
B)  Hemoglobin 
C)  Enzymes 
D)  Lipid metabolism 
A)  Hormones 
B)  Hemoglobin 
C)  Enzymes 
D)  Lipid metabolism

Question 8

HDLs are the destructive forms of cholesterol that form atherosclerotic plaques on arterial walls.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Nonessential nutrients are not required by the body to maintain a state of health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Beta-carotene can be found in

Accepted Answer

A)  meat and nuts. 
B)  dairy products. 
C)  yellow and orange raw vegetables. 
D)  citrus. 
E)  oils and butter. 
A)  meat and nuts. 
B)  dairy products. 
C)  yellow and orange raw vegetables. 
D)  citrus. 
E)  oils and butter.

Question 11

Which eating disorder involves bingeing and purging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia 
C)  Obesity 
A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia 
C)  Obesity

Question 12

Latin American diets rely on maize as a primary source of carbohydrate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A patient who suffers routine constipation may not be drinking enough water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Examples of nutritionally balanced,complete protein combinations include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  black beans and rice. 
B)  whole-grain peanut butter sandwich. 
C)  pasta with tomato sauce. 
D)  whole-wheat cereal with walnuts. 
A)  black beans and rice. 
B)  whole-grain peanut butter sandwich. 
C)  pasta with tomato sauce. 
D)  whole-wheat cereal with walnuts.

Question 15

The best way to increase levels of omega-3 fatty acids is to take fish oil supplements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A clear liquid diet includes milk,custards,and creamed soups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Excellent dietary sources of antioxidants include orange-colored fruits and vegetables.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A food source of folate is

Accepted Answer

A)  raw spinach. 
B)  strawberries. 
C)  carrots. 
D)  potatoes. 
A)  raw spinach. 
B)  strawberries. 
C)  carrots. 
D)  potatoes.

Question 19

__________ can be neutralized by antioxidant-rich foods.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ can be neutralized by antioxidant-rich foods....

Question 20

Which of the following is not true about trans fats?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are added to food products to improve taste. 
B)  They affect overall cholesterol levels by increasing HDL levels. 
C)  Trans fats must be identified on food labels. 
D)  Trans fats naturally occur in some foods. 
A)  They are added to food products to improve taste. 
B)  They affect overall cholesterol levels by increasing HDL levels. 
C)  Trans fats must be identified on food labels. 
D)  Trans fats naturally occur in some foods.

Exam 6: Nutrition and Health Promotion

The metabolization of protein for energy results in the production of waste materials called ketone bodies.

One serving of grains is equal to one slice of bread.

Protein can be found in

Beta-carotene performs which functions?

The fiber that is most effective in lowering blood cholesterol levels can be found in which food?

Obesity and a low-fat diet are typically seen in patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2.

Iron is an important part of which compound?

HDLs are the destructive forms of cholesterol that form atherosclerotic plaques on arterial walls.

Nonessential nutrients are not required by the body to maintain a state of health.

Beta-carotene can be found in

Which eating disorder involves bingeing and purging?

Latin American diets rely on maize as a primary source of carbohydrate.

A patient who suffers routine constipation may not be drinking enough water.

Examples of nutritionally balanced,complete protein combinations include all of the following except

The best way to increase levels of omega-3 fatty acids is to take fish oil supplements.

A clear liquid diet includes milk,custards,and creamed soups.

Excellent dietary sources of antioxidants include orange-colored fruits and vegetables.

A food source of folate is

__________ can be neutralized by antioxidant-rich foods.

Which of the following is not true about trans fats?

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