Question 1

Which statement is accurate regarding vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamins are required by the body in large amounts.
B)  Vitamins are important in the maintenance of the immune system.
C)  Vitamins provide energy directly to the body.
D)  Vitamins are best taken in the form of vitamin supplements.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

Twenty common amino acids are found in food,but only nine are essential in the diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is a recommendation from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intake of dietary cholesterol should be strictly limited.
B)  Caffeine has adverse health effects and should be avoided.
C)  Americans should consume less vitamin D in their diets.
D)  Dietary patterns should consider sustainability and food security.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Which nutrient supplies the body with energy?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamins
B)  fats
C)  minerals
D)  waterE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Which of the following statements describes an unsaturated fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  It comes directly from animal products.
B)  It is the primary fatty acid in tropic oils.
C)  It is produced only after hydrogenation.
D)  It is liquid at room temperature.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 6

How is the energy in foods expressed?

Accepted Answer

A)  kilocalorie
B)  calorie
C)  fat calorie
D)  carbohydrate caloriesE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 7

An appropriate intake of sodium is 2500 mg per day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following is one of the recommendations from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Committee Report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reduce consumption of red and processed meat.
B)  Choose a diet low in complex carbohydrates.
C)  Decrease daily intake of vegetables and fruits.
D)  Be physically active every other day.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which function do fats perform?

Accepted Answer

A)  increase circulation
B)  form components of blood
C)  prevent absorption of vitamins
D)  provide fuel for body systemsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Which of the following statements about trans fats is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  The FDA has declined to regulate the use of trans fats by food manufacturers.
B)  Trans fats do not occur naturally;they are all created by the hydrogenation process.
C)  The more solid a hydrogenated oil is,the more trans fats it contains.
D)  Trans fats are considered safe because they have never been linked to negative health consequences.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 11

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

Question 12

Which of the following describes the nondigestible carbohydrates and lignin that are intact in plants?

Accepted Answer

A)  dietary fiber
B)  functional fiber
C)  whole grains
D)  viscous fiberE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

What is the primary source of calcium in the diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  meat
B)  fruit
C)  dairy products
D)  cereal grainsE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Which description is best for essential nutrients?

Accepted Answer

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) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Which effect is a health benefit of fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)  It raises blood cholesterol levels.
B)  It delays diabetes progression.
C)  It lowers the risk of osteoporosis.
D)  It lowers the risk of some kinds of cancer.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

What is good advice for a vegetarian?

Accepted Answer

A)  consume protein supplements
B)  eat a variety of plant sources of protein
C)  complement proteins at each meal
D)  include animal fat in the dietE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 18

Which structure is made up of protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  cartilage
B)  adipose tissue
C)  bones
D)  spinal cordE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

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

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Question 20

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A)  serve as an important component of muscle
B)  provide texture and flavor to foods
C)  supply energy to body cells
D)  promote chemical reactions within cellsE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Twenty common amino acids are found in food,but only nine are essential in the diet.

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

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How is the energy in foods expressed?

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Which effect is a health benefit of fiber?

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Which of the following is a recommendation from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Report?

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Which of the following is one of the recommendations from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Committee Report?

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What is good advice for a vegetarian?

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An appropriate intake of sodium is 2500 mg per day.

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Which of the following describes the nondigestible carbohydrates and lignin that are intact in plants?

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Which of the following statements about trans fats is accurate?

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