Question 1

Most of the fat in foods is in the form of triglycerides.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommendations in MyPylate.

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Question 3

Typically,how do hydrogenated vegetable oils compare to non-hydrogenated vegetable oils?

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A)   Hydrogenated oils are higher in saturated fat.
B)   Hydrogenated oils are lower in saturated fat.
C)   Hydrogenated oils are less stable.
D)   Hydrogenated oils are liquid.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Which description is best for essential nutrients?

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A)   nutrients that supply energy for vital body processes
B)   nutrients that cannot be broken down by the digestive system
C)   nutrients that provide protection against the damaging effects of free radicals
D)   nutrients that must be obtained from foodE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 5

What is the approximate number of nutrients identified as essential to human health?

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A)   3
B)   8
C)   28
D)   45E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 6

How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

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

Question 7

Incomplete proteins are missing at least one essential amino acid.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which statement refers to phytochemicals?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are essential nutrients.
B)   They provide the body with energy.
C)   They are found only in vitamin and mineral supplements.
D)   They occur naturally in plant foods.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Identify the six classes of essential nutrients,provide at least two major functions that each performs in the body,and identify two key food sources of each.

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Question 10

Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

Accepted Answer

A)   meat
B)   nuts
C)   eggs
D)   cheeseE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be contaminated with mercury?

Accepted Answer

A)   light tuna
B)   shark
C)   swordfish
D)   king mackerelE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Which nutrients are of particular concern for women?

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamins A and E
B)   calcium and iron
C)   protein and vitamin D
D)   sodium and zincE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 13

The recommended intake of fiber for adult men is 20 grams per day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The Food and Nutrition Board recommends that protein intake should be 45% to 65% of total daily calories.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which supplement might be recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board?

Accepted Answer

A)   zinc for young women who are capable of becoming pregnant
B)   vitamin A for smokers
C)   vitamin B-12 for older adults
D)   protein for highly active individualsE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

Sports drinks are a good choice as a fluid replacement for activities lasting longer than 90 minutes.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which nutrient supplies the body with energy?

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamins
B)   fats
C)   minerals
D)   waterE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

The Dietary Reference Intakes are ________________.

Accepted Answer

A)   part of a diet plan
B)   used as a basis for most food labels
C)   designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases
D)   a food group planE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A)   1.5
B)   2.5
C)   4.0
D)   5.0E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

List the food groups in the USDA MyPlate food guidance system.For each group,provide the suggested intake for your recommended energy intake.

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Incomplete proteins are missing at least one essential amino acid.

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Identify the six classes of essential nutrients,provide at least two major functions that each performs in the body,and identify two key food sources of each.

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Which of the following is LEAST likely to be contaminated with mercury?

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Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommendations in MyPylate.

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Which nutrient supplies the body with energy?

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How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply?

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The recommended intake of fiber for adult men is 20 grams per day.

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

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Which food is a source of incomplete protein?

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What is the approximate number of nutrients identified as essential to human health?

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Sports drinks are a good choice as a fluid replacement for activities lasting longer than 90 minutes.

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List the food groups in the USDA MyPlate food guidance system.For each group,provide the suggested intake for your recommended energy intake.

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Which description is best for essential nutrients?

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The Food and Nutrition Board recommends that protein intake should be 45% to 65% of total daily calories.

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Which statement refers to phytochemicals?

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The Dietary Reference Intakes are ________________.

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Which nutrients are of particular concern for women?

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Most of the fat in foods is in the form of triglycerides.

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