Question 1

"Health" is a multidimensional process that includes one's physical, emotional, social, occupational, and spiritual health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Describe the training and education of a Registered Dietitian.

Accepted Answer

A Registered Dietitian (RD) is a health

Question 3

Which of the following is TRUE of the 2004 Canadian Community Health Survey?

Accepted Answer

A)  Within each age category, the percentage of Canadian adults who were obese was lower in 2004 than in 1978-79. 
B)  Approximately 23% of adults were obese compared to approximately 14% over 2 decades earlier. 
C)  Over half of Canadians aged 18 and older were either underweight or below average. 
D)  Diabetes was found to be more common among people with lower body weights. 
A)  Within each age category, the percentage of Canadian adults who were obese was lower in 2004 than in 1978-79. 
B)  Approximately 23% of adults were obese compared to approximately 14% over 2 decades earlier. 
C)  Over half of Canadians aged 18 and older were either underweight or below average. 
D)  Diabetes was found to be more common among people with lower body weights.

Question 4

Describe the information provided by each of the following research studies: Epidemiological studies, laboratory studies, case control studies and clinical trials.

Accepted Answer

Epidemiological Studies:
-Inform researc

Question 5

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) were established to refocus nutrient recommendations toward preventing

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrient deficiencies. 
B)  infectious diseases. 
C)  poverty. 
D)  chronic diseases. 
A)  nutrient deficiencies. 
B)  infectious diseases. 
C)  poverty. 
D)  chronic diseases.

Question 6

Cryogenics is a new area of research that seeks to uncover the links between our genes, our environment, and our diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is the primary source of fuel for the brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  proteins 
B)  fats 
C)  carbohydrates 
D)  vitamins 
A)  proteins 
B)  fats 
C)  carbohydrates 
D)  vitamins

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  water 
B)  alcohol 
C)  vitamins 
D)  minerals 
A)  water 
B)  alcohol 
C)  vitamins 
D)  minerals

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of an inorganic nutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin A (vitamin) 
B)  stearic acid (fat) 
C)  dietary fiber (carbohydrate) 
D)  calcium (mineral) 
A)  vitamin A (vitamin) 
B)  stearic acid (fat) 
C)  dietary fiber (carbohydrate) 
D)  calcium (mineral)

Question 10

What term is commonly used to describe foods that are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides?

Accepted Answer

A)  organic 
B)  inorganic 
C)  genetically modified organism (GMO) 
D)  vegetarian 
A)  organic 
B)  inorganic 
C)  genetically modified organism (GMO) 
D)  vegetarian

Question 11

Which of the following BEST describes minerals?

Accepted Answer

A)  micronutrients that are broken down easily during digestion 
B)  micronutrients that are easily destroyed by heat and light 
C)  inorganic micronutrients found in a variety of foods 
D)  nutrients that are needed in large amounts by the body 
A)  micronutrients that are broken down easily during digestion 
B)  micronutrients that are easily destroyed by heat and light 
C)  inorganic micronutrients found in a variety of foods 
D)  nutrients that are needed in large amounts by the body

Question 12

What is the theory behind nutrigenomics? What evidence exists to support nutrigenomics?

Accepted Answer

Nutrigenomics is the study of how indivi

Exam 1: The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

"Health" is a multidimensional process that includes one's physical, emotional, social, occupational, and spiritual health.

Describe the training and education of a Registered Dietitian.

Which of the following is TRUE of the 2004 Canadian Community Health Survey?

Describe the information provided by each of the following research studies: Epidemiological studies, laboratory studies, case control studies and clinical trials.

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) were established to refocus nutrient recommendations toward preventing

Cryogenics is a new area of research that seeks to uncover the links between our genes, our environment, and our diet.

What is the primary source of fuel for the brain?

Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?

Which of the following is an example of an inorganic nutrient?

What term is commonly used to describe foods that are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides?

Which of the following BEST describes minerals?

What is the theory behind nutrigenomics? What evidence exists to support nutrigenomics?

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

phytochemicals

searching for the Fountain of Youth

vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

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