Question 1

Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following foods is NOT considered a simple carbohydrate?

Accepted Answer

A)  potato
B)  orange juice
C)  table sugar
D)  milkE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Alcohol has no nutritional role but does provide energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The first USDA pyramid emphasized the importance of

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A)  fruits and vegetables.
B)  meat,poultry,and fish.
C)  whole grain foods.
D)  fats and sugars.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?

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A)  only water
B)  water and fruit juices
C)  water and any sugar-free liquids
D)  all fluids,including those containing caffeineE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 7

Of the 20 common amino acids,how many of these are termed "essential"?

Accepted Answer

A)  3
B)  9
C)  18
D)  29E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Situation
Connie is satisfied with her weight but would like to improve her eating habits.She typically has several slices of toast and a large coffee for breakfast,a turkey sandwich and chips or sausage pizza for lunch,and a pasta dish with baked chicken or pork chops for supper.She often has an evening snack of fat-free pudding or yogurt.She drinks unsweetened iced tea,regular colas,water,and an occasional glass of milk.
-Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

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A)  calcium
B)  fiber
C)  protein
D)  folateE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 9

Carbohydrates are classified into two groups: simple and complex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

All of the following are cooking methods that preserve the nutrient value of vegetables,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  boiling.
B)  baking.
C)  microwaving.
D)  steaming.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Salt consumption is most often from

Accepted Answer

A)  herbs and spices.
B)  processed and prepared foods.
C)  potassium rich foods.
D)  fruit juices.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 12

The primary function of vitamins is to

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A)  serve as an important component of muscle.
B)  provide texture and flavor to foods.
C)  supply energy to body cells.
D)  regulate various chemical reactions within cells.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Experts say that two of the most important factors in a healthy diet are eating the "right" kinds of fats and the "right" kinds of

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol.
B)  fiber.
C)  carbohydrates.
D)  proteins.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

The essential fatty acids,linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids,are both

Accepted Answer

A)  polyunsaturated.
B)  saturated.
C)  monounsaturated.
D)  hydrosaturated.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Most of the fats in food are in the form of

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol.
B)  low-density lipids.
C)  triglycerides.
D)  high-density lipids.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Endurance athletes may benefit from consuming additional

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate.
B)  protein.
C)  vitamins.
D)  minerals.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

Refined carbohydrates

Accepted Answer

A)  tend to be much lower in fiber and vitamins than their unrefined counterparts.
B)  contain both the germ and bran of whole grains.
C)  take longer to digest than unrefined carbohydrates.
D)  keep blood sugar and insulin levels low.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Protein provides ________ calories per gram.

Accepted Answer

A)  4
B)  7
C)  9
D)  12E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium
B)  vitamin B12
C)  vitamin D
D)  vitamin CE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Consumption of whole grains has been linked to

Accepted Answer

A)  a reduced risk of heart disease.
B)  a reduced risk of certain forms of cancer.
C)  a reduced risk of diabetes.
D)  a reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes.
E)  all of these choices.F) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Exam 12: Nutrition Basics

Of the 20 common amino acids,how many of these are termed "essential"?

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Consumption of whole grains has been linked to

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Carbohydrates are classified into two groups: simple and complex.

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The essential fatty acids,linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids,are both

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Which of the following foods is NOT considered a simple carbohydrate?

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Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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Protein provides ________ calories per gram.

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The first USDA pyramid emphasized the importance of

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The primary function of vitamins is to

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Salt consumption is most often from

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Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?

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All of the following are cooking methods that preserve the nutrient value of vegetables,EXCEPT

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Endurance athletes may benefit from consuming additional

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Alcohol has no nutritional role but does provide energy.

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Refined carbohydrates

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Experts say that two of the most important factors in a healthy diet are eating the "right" kinds of fats and the "right" kinds of

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Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

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Most of the fats in food are in the form of

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Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.

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Exam 12: Nutrition Basics

Of the 20 common amino acids,how many of these are termed "essential"?

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Consumption of whole grains has been linked to

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Carbohydrates are classified into two groups: simple and complex.

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The essential fatty acids,linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids,are both

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Which of the following foods is NOT considered a simple carbohydrate?

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Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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Protein provides ________ calories per gram.

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The first USDA pyramid emphasized the importance of

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The primary function of vitamins is to

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Salt consumption is most often from

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Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?

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All of the following are cooking methods that preserve the nutrient value of vegetables,EXCEPT

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Endurance athletes may benefit from consuming additional

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Alcohol has no nutritional role but does provide energy.

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Refined carbohydrates

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Experts say that two of the most important factors in a healthy diet are eating the "right" kinds of fats and the "right" kinds of

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Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

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Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.

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