Question 1

Recently,Miriah participated in a study that was designed to determine how much iron is necessary to prevent iron deficiency.Within a few weeks of consuming an iron-free diet,Miriah's red blood cells began to show signs that they lacked iron,and she began to complain about feeling tired.At that point,the researched added some iron to Miriah's food,so her daily intake of the mineral would be 1 mg.After 1 week,the researchers checked the iron content of Miriah's blood,and although it was higher than the earlier value,she still complained about feeling tired.In the weeks that followed,the scientists continued to increase Miriah's iron intake by 1 mg/week and check her for signs and symptoms of iron deficiency.After a week of taking 6 mg of iron/day,she reported feeling like "her old self" and having plenty of energy.Based on this information,the researchers concluded that Miriah's

Accepted Answer

A) RDA for iron was 6 mg. 
B) minimum daily value was 6 mg iron/day. 
C) body required 6 mg iron/day. 
D) UL for iron was 6 mg,plus 3 mg as a margin of safety.

Question 2

Jamie wants to eat more foods that are naturally high in phytochemicals and fiber.Based on this information,which of the following foods would you recommend?

Accepted Answer

A) Organic beef 
B) Low-fat dairy foods 
C) Fresh fruits and vegetables 
D) Eggs

Question 3

Which of the following menu items has ingredients that represent all MyPlate food groups?

Accepted Answer

A) Sandwich made with Swiss cheese,cooked ham,mayonnaise,and two slices of buttered whole-wheat bread 
B) Ready-to-eat cereal with strawberries,blueberries,wheat germ,and fat-free milk 
C) Salad made hard-cooked eggs,grapes,leaf lettuce,cooked pasta,and cheddar cheese 
D) Smoothie made with vanilla yogurt,fat-free milk,orange juice,wheat germ,and fresh peaches

Question 4

Phil wants to eat more foods that are sources of healthy fats.Based on this information,which of the following foods would you recommend?

Accepted Answer

A) Ground beef 
B) Whole milk 
C) Sunflower seeds 
D) Sodium-reduced bacon

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Food guides generally classify butter in the food group that includes milk and eggs. 
B) According to MyPlate,foods that provide empty calories should be avoided. 
C) Olives,salmon and avocados are sources of unhealthy solid fats. 
D) Most food guides classify eggs in the protein foods group.

Question 6

According to MyPlate,Erika should consume 3 cups of milk daily.She prefers eating plain yogurt to drinking milk.How much plain yogurt can she eat to meet her plan's recommendation for milk and milk products?

Accepted Answer

A) 4 cups 
B) 3 cups 
C) 2 cups 
D) 5 cups

Question 7

Which of the following recommendations is an overarching guideline of the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A) Incorporate whole grains into half of your meals 
B) Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan 
C) Reduce your intake of salt to lower your risk of hypertension 
D) Increase your intake of vitamins and minerals.

Question 8

The Tolerable Upper Limit for a nutrient is the

Accepted Answer

A) precise amount proven to cure the nutrient's deficiency disorder in humans. 
B) highest average amount that is unlikely to harm most people when consumed daily. 
C) amount that meets the nutrient needs of 98% of the population. 
D) minimum amount of the nutrient that can be tolerated on an empty stomach when consumed as a dietary supplement.

Question 9

Josh was a participant in a clinical study to determine how much thiamin cures beriberi,the vitamin's deficiency disease.During the study,Josh consumed only a formula diet that was nutritionally complete,except it did not contain thiamin.Within a few weeks,Josh developed beriberi.At that point,researchers gave 0.20 mg thiamin to Josh each day for a week,but his signs and symptoms of beriberi remained.In the weeks that followed,the scientists continued to increase Josh's intake of the vitamin by 0.2 mg/week.After a week of taking 0.6 mg of thiamin/day,Josh reported feeling much better.Based on this information,the researchers concluded that Josh's

Accepted Answer

A) requirement for thiamin was at least 0.6 mg/day. 
B) AMDR for thiamin was between 0.2 and 0.6 mg/day. 
C) RDA for thiamin was 0.6 mg/day. 
D) requirement for thiamin was 0.20 mg/day.

Question 10

Derek wants to eat enough salad greens in one meal to equal 1 cup of vegetables.How much of the greens should he eat?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 cups 
B) 1 cup 
C) ½ cup 
D) 1½ cups

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) People can have energy needs that are higher or lower than the Estimated Energy Requirement. 
B) People who consume less than the Tolerable Upper Intake Level of a nutrient have a high risk of developing the nutrient's toxicity disorder. 
C) Nutrition scientists have established RDAs for all essential nutrients. 
D) People who consume 90% of the RDA for iron regularly are likely to develop an iron deficiency.

Question 12

The Exchange System allows you to

Accepted Answer

A) predict your risk of serious chronic diseases such as diabetes. 
B) interpret nutrition information on food labels. 
C) estimate your carbohydrate intake. 
D) calculate your DRIs.

Question 13

Jackie is a 25-year-old college student who would like to reduce her risk of heart disease by following a Mediterranean diet plan.Based on this information,Jackie should

Accepted Answer

A) consider drinking a glass of wine with dinner. 
B) increase her intake of meat and seeds. 
C) decrease her intake of grains. 
D) consider eating less fish and more eggs.

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Nutrient requirements are the same,regardless of a person's age or sex. 
B) The adult AMDR for carbohydrates is 45 to 65% of total energy intake. 
C) Recommended Dietary Allowances meet the nutrient needs of 50% of healthy people. 
D) A group of scientists at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics developed the DRIs.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) The traditional Mediterranean diet supplies more animal protein and fewer fruits than the traditional American diet. 
B) People who follow the religion of Islam,drink red wine with the main meal of the day. 
C) The typical Asian diet contains high amounts of vegetables and inadequate amounts of milk and milk products. 
D) According to Jewish dietary laws,pork and pork by-products can be eaten if milk is consumed with them.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Olives,salmon and avocados are sources of unhealthy solid fats. 
B) According to MyPlate,fats and oils are not a food group. 
C) Most food guides classify milk in the protein foods group. 
D) According to MyPlate,dried beans are classified as fruits.

Question 17

Before she shops for groceries,Terry plans several nutritionally adequate daily menus for her family.Which of the following guides is the best menu-planning tool for her to use?

Accepted Answer

A) Daily Values 
B) MyPlate 
C) Basic Four Food Groups 
D) Recommended Dietary Allowances

Question 18

Review the following claims that a manufacturer wants to include on the labels of packaged foods.Which one would the FDA allow to be used?

Accepted Answer

A) "Drinking whole milk adds calcium and vitamin D to your diet.These nutrients are essential for strengthening bones." 
B) "Vitamin C reduces the risk of the common cold by 50%." 
C) "Foods that contain dietary fiber,vitamin A or vitamin C may reduce the risk of cancer.Although a serving of our creamed broccoli has 7 grams of fat,it is an excellent source of fiber and vitamins A and 
D) "While many factors contribute to the development of heart disease,diets low in saturated fat and trans fat may reduce the risk of this disease."

Question 19

According to MyPlate,Chloe should consume 2½ cups of vegetables daily.She wants to substitute enough vegetable juice to equal 1 cup of raw vegetables.Based on this information,Chloe should drink ____ of the juice.

Accepted Answer

A) 2 cups 
B) ½ cup 
C) 1 cup 
D) 1½ cups

Question 20

Three-year-old Amanda does not like to drink milk,but she loves pudding made with fat-free milk.According to MyPlate,Amanda should consume 2 cups of dairy products daily.To meet this recommendation,Amanda can consume ____ of pudding daily.

Accepted Answer

A) 3.5 cups 
B) 2.5 cups 
C) 3 cups 
D) 2 cups

Exam 3: Planning Nutritious Diets

Jamie wants to eat more foods that are naturally high in phytochemicals and fiber.Based on this information,which of the following foods would you recommend?

Which of the following menu items has ingredients that represent all MyPlate food groups?

Phil wants to eat more foods that are sources of healthy fats.Based on this information,which of the following foods would you recommend?

Which of the following statements is true?

According to MyPlate,Erika should consume 3 cups of milk daily.She prefers eating plain yogurt to drinking milk.How much plain yogurt can she eat to meet her plan's recommendation for milk and milk products?

Which of the following recommendations is an overarching guideline of the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

The Tolerable Upper Limit for a nutrient is the

Derek wants to eat enough salad greens in one meal to equal 1 cup of vegetables.How much of the greens should he eat?

Which of the following statements is true?

The Exchange System allows you to

Jackie is a 25-year-old college student who would like to reduce her risk of heart disease by following a Mediterranean diet plan.Based on this information,Jackie should

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?

Before she shops for groceries,Terry plans several nutritionally adequate daily menus for her family.Which of the following guides is the best menu-planning tool for her to use?

Review the following claims that a manufacturer wants to include on the labels of packaged foods.Which one would the FDA allow to be used?

According to MyPlate,Chloe should consume 2½ cups of vegetables daily.She wants to substitute enough vegetable juice to equal 1 cup of raw vegetables.Based on this information,Chloe should drink ____ of the juice.

Three-year-old Amanda does not like to drink milk,but she loves pudding made with fat-free milk.According to MyPlate,Amanda should consume 2 cups of dairy products daily.To meet this recommendation,Amanda can consume ____ of pudding daily.