Question 1

If a person increases his food intake without increasing his energy need for metabolic functions or processing, what will he need to do in order to maintain his weight?

Accepted Answer

A)   decrease physical activity
B)   increase physical activity
C)   consume additional vitamins
D)   drink additional water
E)   drink less waterF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 2

Which statement is correct about empty-calorie foods?

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A)   empty-calorie foods have a high amount of fat in relation to the vitamin content
B)   empty-calorie foods have a low amount of fat in relation to the vitamin content
C)   empty-calorie foods have a high amount of protein in relation to the vitamin content
D)   empty-calorie foods have a high amount of vitamins in them
E)   empty-calorie foods have a high amount of fiber in themF) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 3

Fiber is a type of ________ provided by ________.

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A)   fat, animals
B)   carbohydrate, plants
C)   protein, plants
D)   carbohydrate, honey
E)   protein, animalsF) D) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 4

Eating disorders

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A)   are caused primarily by biological factors.
B)   occur only in woman.
C)   are caused by a combination of biological, social, and psychological factors.
D)   always involve overeating.
E)   rarely have serious consequences for one's health.F) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 5

Carbohydrates

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A)   should not comprise a large amount of the diet.
B)   are mostly found in animal sources of food.
C)   are stored as starch by animals.
D)   are converted to glucose for transport in the blood.
E)   are stored for insulation and protection of organs.F) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 6

Alcohol consumption

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A)   does not affect the absorption of vitamins by the digestive tract.
B)   does not affect the excretion of vitamins by the body.
C)   even if done in moderation has significant impact on the vitamin levels in the body.
D)   does not affect an individual's energy balance.
E)   can negatively affect an individual's energy balance and vitamin levels in the body.F) All of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 7

Obesity increases the risk of diabetes type II and cardiovascular disease.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Trans fats are

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A)   found naturally in animals.
B)   found naturally in plants.
C)   produced by hydrogenating unsaturated oils.
D)   produced by hydrogenating saturated fats.
E)   produced by hydrogenating animal fats.F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 9

"Essential" nutrients describe nutrients that

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A)   the body is not able to produce.
B)   the body is able to produce so no food source is needed.
C)   are needed in very low quantities.
D)   cannot be found within food sources.
E)   make up a large proportion of the body.F) All of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 10

Which of the following foods would be considered an empty calorie food?

Accepted Answer

A)   potato chips
B)   broccoli
C)   sweet potatoes
D)   salmon
E)   whole grain pastaF) None of the above
G) A) and B) A

Question 11

Which of the following is the least likely to contribute protein to the diet?

Accepted Answer

A)   eggs
B)   fish
C)   dried beans
D)   milk
E)   vegetable oilF) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 12

For a healthy 2000 Calorie diet, ________ of vegetables should be eaten each day.

Accepted Answer

A)   6 oz
B)   2 ½ cups
C)   2 Tbsp
D)   1 cup
E)   3 cups, 2 cups for kids aged 2-8F) B) and D)
G) B) and E) B

Question 13

If egg yolks are a source of cholesterol, why doesn't eating a few eggs a week raise blood cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cholesterol from eggs does not affect HDL-cholesterol levels.
B)   The impact on LDL-cholesterol levels is greater from dietary saturated and trans fats than from cholesterol.
C)   Cholesterol from eggs naturally lowers LDL-cholesterol levels.
D)   The human body produces more cholesterol than is in the two eggs.
E)   Cholesterol from eggs naturally raises LDL-cholesterol levels.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

Proteins must be ingested in order to obtain

Accepted Answer

A)   necessary trans fats.
B)   essential amino acids.
C)   essential cholesterol.
D)   needed minerals such as potassium and magnesium.
E)   needed vitamins such as vitamin C.F) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 15

In diabetes type 2, cells become resistant to insulin because of

Accepted Answer

A)   reduced levels of glucose.
B)   reduced levels of insulin.
C)   chronically high levels of insulin.
D)   chronically high levels of glycogen.
E)   reduced levels of glycogen.F) None of the above
G) All of the above

Question 16

Scientific testing has not been performed on many herbal supplements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A serving of food contains 9g carbohydrate, 3g protein, and 5g fat. The total Calories per serving of this food is ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   73
B)   83
C)   93
D)   103E) B) and C)
F) A) and D) C

Question 18

Which of the following correctly ranks the following food groups in order from most to least amount to be consumed each day?

Accepted Answer

A)   grains, fruits, meats, oils
B)   fruits, grains, meats, oils
C)   grains, oils, meats, fruits
D)   oils, meats, grains, fruits
E)   meats, oils, grains, fruitsF) None of the above
G) All of the above

Question 19

Which of the following minerals is INCORRECTLY matched with its source?

Accepted Answer

A)   calcium - leafy green vegetables
B)   phosphorus - meat
C)   iodine - sea food
D)   zinc - fruit
E)   magnesium - whole grainsF) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 20

It is July an Julie was out playing softball all day and she had to leave the game early because she was not feeling well. What is most likely occurring to Julie?

Accepted Answer

A)   Her body is dehydrated and her core body temperature is increasing
B)   Her body is dehydrated and her core body temperature is decreasing
C)   Her body is fatigued from all of the exercise
D)   Her muscles are cramped up due to a lack of calcium
E)   Her aerobic conditioning was not strong enough to handle all of the exerciseF) A) and B)
G) D) and E)

Exam 25: Human Nutrition

If a person increases his food intake without increasing his energy need for metabolic functions or processing, what will he need to do in order to maintain his weight?

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Which statement is correct about empty-calorie foods?

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Fiber is a type of ________ provided by ________.

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Eating disorders

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Carbohydrates

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Alcohol consumption

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Obesity increases the risk of diabetes type II and cardiovascular disease.

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Trans fats are

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"Essential" nutrients describe nutrients that

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Which of the following foods would be considered an empty calorie food?

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Which of the following is the least likely to contribute protein to the diet?

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For a healthy 2000 Calorie diet, ________ of vegetables should be eaten each day.

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If egg yolks are a source of cholesterol, why doesn't eating a few eggs a week raise blood cholesterol?

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Proteins must be ingested in order to obtain

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In diabetes type 2, cells become resistant to insulin because of

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Scientific testing has not been performed on many herbal supplements.

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A serving of food contains 9g carbohydrate, 3g protein, and 5g fat. The total Calories per serving of this food is ______.

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Which of the following correctly ranks the following food groups in order from most to least amount to be consumed each day?

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Which of the following minerals is INCORRECTLY matched with its source?

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It is July an Julie was out playing softball all day and she had to leave the game early because she was not feeling well. What is most likely occurring to Julie?

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