Question 1

Which of the following sources of phytochemicals is thought to be the MOST beneficial to human health?

Accepted Answer

A)  supplements 
B)  whole foods 
C)  functional foods 
D)  processed foods 
A)  supplements 
B)  whole foods 
C)  functional foods 
D)  processed foods

Question 2

Peanut butter is a rich source of

Accepted Answer

A)  lycopene. 
B)  resveratrol. 
C)  lutein. 
D)  curcumin. 
A)  lycopene. 
B)  resveratrol. 
C)  lutein. 
D)  curcumin.

Question 3

Because they are not nutrients, high intakes of phytochemical supplements are not harmful.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

There is no RDA for phytochemicals because

Accepted Answer

A)  their effect in the body is dependent upon their interactions with each other and other nutrients. 
B)  there has not been enough research on individual phytochemicals to reach any conclusions. 
C)  there are no negative effects associated with high levels of antioxidants. 
D)  phytochemicals are associated with micronutrients that already have established RDAs. 
A)  their effect in the body is dependent upon their interactions with each other and other nutrients. 
B)  there has not been enough research on individual phytochemicals to reach any conclusions. 
C)  there are no negative effects associated with high levels of antioxidants. 
D)  phytochemicals are associated with micronutrients that already have established RDAs.

Question 5

Carotenoids are found in

Accepted Answer

A)  berries, black and green tea and chocolate. 
B)  coffee beans, potatoes and mustard. 
C)  carrots, cantaloupe and sweet potatoes. 
D)  garlic, leeks and onions. 
A)  berries, black and green tea and chocolate. 
B)  coffee beans, potatoes and mustard. 
C)  carrots, cantaloupe and sweet potatoes. 
D)  garlic, leeks and onions.

Which of the following sources of phytochemicals is thought to be the MOST beneficial to human health?

Peanut butter is a rich source of

Because they are not nutrients, high intakes of phytochemical supplements are not harmful.

There is no RDA for phytochemicals because

Carotenoids are found in

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Exam 28: phytochemicals

Which of the following sources of phytochemicals is thought to be the MOST beneficial to human health?

Peanut butter is a rich source of

Because they are not nutrients, high intakes of phytochemical supplements are not harmful.

There is no RDA for phytochemicals because

Carotenoids are found in

The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism and Blood Health

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Food Safety and Technology: Impact on Consumers

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

alcohol

cancer

cardiovascular Disease

diabetes

dietary Supplements: Necessity or Waste

disordered Eating

disorders Related to Specific Foods

the Fetal Environment: a Lasting Impression

fluid Imbalance

global Nutrition

obesity

osteoporosis

searching for the Fountain of Youth

vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

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