Question 1

Which statement describes complete protein sources?

Accepted Answer

A)   They supply all essential amino acids.
B)   They supply more energy than incomplete protein sources.
C)   They are stored in the body as fat.
D)   They increase serum cholesterol levels.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Define and describe the differences among saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats.

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Saturated fats are solid at room tempera...

Question 3

How many calories of energy are in a gram of protein?

Accepted Answer

A)   2
B)   4
C)   7
D)   9E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Which is a characteristic of refined carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A)   They have more calories than unrefined carbohydrates.
B)   They take longer to chew and digest than unrefined carbohydrates.
C)   They are recommended over unrefined carbohydrates.
D)   They are lower in fiber and vitamins than unrefined carbohydrates.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 5

What is the daily limit of added sugars recommended by the USDA?

Accepted Answer

A)   0% to 5% of total energy intake
B)   10% of total energy intake
C)   15% of total energy intake
D)   20% of total energy intakeE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

Crops grown as organic must meet limits on pesticide residues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Fats supply more energy per gram than any other nutrient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Organic foods are chemical-free.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which is true regarding minerals?

Accepted Answer

A)   They help regulate body functions.
B)   They are found only in animal products.
C)   They provide the body with 4 calories/gram in energy.
D)   They make up about 70% of total body weight.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Which substance may endurance athletes need to consume in larger amounts?

Accepted Answer

A)   carbohydrates
B)   protein
C)   vitamins
D)   mineralsE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which type of fat lowers the level of HDL cholesterol in the blood?

Accepted Answer

A)   saturated fats
B)   trans fats
C)   omega-6 polyunsaturated fats
D)   monounsaturated fatty acidsE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Which substance would typically contain the most trans fat?

Accepted Answer

A)   liquid vegetable oil
B)   spray margarine
C)   stick margarine
D)   soft tub margarineE) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 13

An appropriate intake of sodium is 2,500 mg per day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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