Question 1

Glycemic index is a measure of the effects of the consumption of a food on which level?

Accepted Answer

A)  blood glucose
B)  HDL
C)  LDL
D)  triglycerideE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

What is the definition of an amino acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  a fatty acid that has no double bonds between carbon atoms
B)  a protein building block
C)  a type of carbohydrate that is difficult for humans to digest
D)  a simple sugar that is the body's basic fuelE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  meat
B)  nuts
C)  eggs
D)  cheeseE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

Fats are the most concentrated source of energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Vegans have the most difficulty in obtaining an adequate intake of which substance?

Accepted Answer

A)  complex carbohydrates
B)  vitamin B-12
C)  dietary fiber
D)  folateE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 6

How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

Accepted Answer

A)  2
B)  4
C)  7
D)  9E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 7

How many ounce-equivalents of meat and beans per day does the USDA's MyPlate recommend for someone on a 2000-calorie diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  3.5
B)  4.5
C)  5.5
D)  6.5E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

How many cups of fruit per day are recommended by USDA's MyPlate for someone on a 2000 calorie diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  2
B)  3
C)  4
D)  6E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which food is a good source of dietary fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)  chicken
B)  oatmeal
C)  hamburger
D)  porkE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

Describe the special challenges faced by one of the vegetarian diet forms,and give at least three strategies that someone following that eating pattern could employ to help achieve a healthy diet.

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Question 11

Distinguish between simple and complex carbohydrates and refined and unrefined carbohydrates;give at least two examples of food sources for each.

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Question 12

For a 2000-calorie diet,how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

Accepted Answer

A)  2
B)  3
C)  4
D)  6E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Carbohydrates consumed in excess of dietary needs can be stored in the body as fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 15

Sweetened beverages supply nearly half of all the added sugars consumed by Americans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  proteins
B)  carbohydrates
C)  fats
D)  vitaminsE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What is the approximate adequate daily intake of protein for a person who weighs 64 kg (about 140 pounds) ?

Accepted Answer

A)  40 grams
B)  50 grams
C)  60 grams
D)  70 gramsE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 19

Trans fatty acids have been found to increase HDL cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which statement refers to antioxidants?

Accepted Answer

A)  They protect cells from damage by blocking the formation of free radicals.
B)  They help the body manufacture vitamins.
C)  They protect the body from dehydration by ensuring adequate fluid levels.
D)  They make up about 70% of total body weight.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Exam 8: Nutrition

How many ounce-equivalents of meat and beans per day does the USDA's MyPlate recommend for someone on a 2000-calorie diet?

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What is the approximate adequate daily intake of protein for a person who weighs 64 kg (about 140 pounds) ?

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How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

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Which food is a good source of dietary fiber?

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Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

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How many cups of fruit per day are recommended by USDA's MyPlate for someone on a 2000 calorie diet?

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Glycemic index is a measure of the effects of the consumption of a food on which level?

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Which is a characteristic of refined carbohydrates?

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Describe the special challenges faced by one of the vegetarian diet forms,and give at least three strategies that someone following that eating pattern could employ to help achieve a healthy diet.

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Distinguish between simple and complex carbohydrates and refined and unrefined carbohydrates;give at least two examples of food sources for each.

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Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

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Which statement refers to antioxidants?

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Fats are the most concentrated source of energy.

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Sweetened beverages supply nearly half of all the added sugars consumed by Americans.

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What is the major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity?

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Trans fatty acids have been found to increase HDL cholesterol.

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Carbohydrates consumed in excess of dietary needs can be stored in the body as fat.

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For a 2000-calorie diet,how many cups of milk or the equivalent per day does MyPlate recommend?

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Vegans have the most difficulty in obtaining an adequate intake of which substance?

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