midterm Flashcards
(46 cards)
Which of the following is a function of fat
a. best source of energy for the brain
b. carrier of proteins in the blood
c. traps water in food products
d. carrier of fat soluble vitamins
D
Minerals are structurally simple, inorganic substances that exist as groups of one or more of the same atoms. In chemistry, what does inorganic mean?
a. for the most part, the substance does not contain nitrogen
b. for the most part, the substance doesn’t not contain oxygen
c. for the most part the substance does not contain hydrogen
d. for the most parts this substance does not contain carbon
D
As part of her renewed focus on dietary patterns and health, Lisa is trying to eat more vegetables. She doesn’t really like raw vegetables, so she has decided to add one cooked vegetable to her daily intake. She should be careful not to overcook her vegetables because ________ are easily destroyed during cooking.
a. fat-soluble vitamins
b. minerals
c. lipids
d. water-soluble vitamins
D
Gluconeogensis is typically stimulated during which of the following periods?
a. low carbohydrate intake
b. high carbohydrate intake
c. low protein intake
d. high fat intake
A
The small intestine s the primary location where ____ are broken down into
a. lipids; monosaccharides
b. carbohydrates; monosaccharides
c. porteins; polysaccharides
d. carbohydrates; enzymes
B
Define protein complementation, and describe why it is especially important during periods of rapid growth and development.
Protein complementation is the process whereby incomplete proteins are consumed in combination so that the mix of foods provides sufficient amounts of all essential amino acids. Thus a “complete protein” is consumed. Protein complementation is especially important during periods of rapid growth and development (such as early childhood) when amino acid requirements are relatively high and overall food intake may be limited.
Mindy has been following a weight-loss plan for the past five months, but she has reached a plateau. It seems like she cannot lose any more weight. A good strategy to stimulate further weight loss is to
a. further reduce food intake to 10 00 kcal per day
b. increase physical activity
c. eliminate dairy products
d. go off the weight control program and take a break
B
Monounsaturated fatty acids make up about two-thirds of the total fat in avocados. The carbon chain of a monounsaturated fatty acid has
a. one double bond
b. two or more double bonds
c. no double bonds
A
One serving of a packaged frozen dinner contains 1.5 grams of saturated fat. The Daily Value for saturated fat is 20 grams. What percent daily value (% DV) for saturated fat does one serving of this food provide?
a. 13.5% DV for saturated fat
b. 2% DV for saturated fat
c. 7.5% DV for saturated fat
d. 34.5% DV for saturated fat
C
A comparison of the calorie content of a food to the weight of that food is
a. diet quality
b. energy density
c. body density
d. nutrient density
B
Changing one’s frame of mind related to weight control and nutrition is called
a. self-monitoring
b. chain breaking
c. cognitive restructuring
d. stimulus control
C
What is the minimum number of grams of carbohydrate, per day, adults must consume to avoid ketosis? Enter a numeric response only.
130
One serving of breakfast cereal contains 50% of the 18 mg Daily Value for iron. How much iron will one serving of the cereal provide?
a. 5mg
b. 9mg
c. 36 mg
d. 15 mg
B
Where are most digestive enzymes produced?
a. pancreas and small intestine
b. pancreas and large intestine
c. liver and large intestine
d. liver and pancreas
A
Which of the following describes type 1 diabetes mellitus?
a. caused by lack of insulin production
b. often associated with obesity
c. caused by insensitivity of fat and muscle cells to insulin
d. arises most commonly in adulthood
A
Which of the following foods provides a good source of dietary fiber?
a. milk
b. cheese
c. dried beans
d. yogurt
C
Which of the following nutrients must be supplied by the foods we eat to support the chemical processes of human physiology?
a. proteins
b. lipids
c. vitamins and minerals
d. all of these
D
Which of the following is a feature of the lymphatic system?
a. it picks up and transports dietary lipids
b. it carries water-soluble nutrients directly to the liver
c. it serves to transport water-soluble vitamins to the heart
d. it removes waste materials from the blood and produces urine
A
Omega-3 fatty acids are
a. metabolized in the body to arachidonic acid
b. synthesized in the liver and small intestine
c. a form of trans fatty acid
d. found in leafy green vegetables, flaxseeds and fish
D
In order to make healthful and logical nutrition decisions, beware of
a. reputable publication sources
b. registered dietitian nutrionalist
c. evidence from a variety of scientific studies
d. testimonials about experience
D
Dietary Fiber
a. is found primarily in animal products
b. tends to decrease stool bulk
c. enhances the rate at which chyme moves through the intestine
d. is digested in a fashion similar to that of dietary carbohydrates
C
The body stores excess protein as
a. glycogen
b. bone marrow
c. muscle tissue
d. triglycerides
D
The best way to treat an underweight person is to advise him or her to
a. eat high fat foods such as heavy cream, cheeses, ice cream and ground beef
b. stop exercising
c. eat energy dense foods high in plant fats like nuts and seeds
d. eat high calorie foods at the beginning of each meal
C
The food label of your beverage lists the serving size as ½ bottle and the calories per serving as 100 kcal. If you drank the entire bottle, you consumed ______ kcal.
a. 300
b. 150
c. 75
d. 200
D
