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Question 1

What is the glycemic index

Answer 1

A measure of how quickly a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose levels

Question 2

Which law of correct nutrition emphasizes the importance of consuming a balanced combination of different nutrients?

Answer 2

Law of harmony

Question 3

Which component of saliva helps to neutralize acids?

Answer 3

Bicarbonate ions

Question 4

Which two monosaccharides have to join together to form maltose?

Answer 4

2 glucose

Question 5

What are some potential consequences of inadequate nutrition on public health?

Answer 5

All of the above

Increased risk of malnutrition-related diseases
Greater susceptibility to infections and poor wound healing
Impaired cognitive development and reduced productivity

Question 6

Why does snacking more often increase caries risk?

Answer 6

Increasing the frequency of sugar intake extends the duration of acid production and exposure.

Question 7

What is the main polysaccharide found in plant cell walls?

Answer 7

Cellulose

Question 8

What does stunting indicate about a child’s nutritional status?

Answer 8

Chronic undernutrition

Question 9

Recovery from illness, surgery or injury may increase an individual’s energy requirement.

VF

Answer 9

True

Question 10

Involuntary process of obtaining, assimilating, and utilizing nutrients for the growth and maintenance of the body.

Answer 10

Nutrition

Question 11

Which of the following food factors affects the rate at which sugar is cleared from saliva?

Answer 11

All of the above:

Sugar concentration
Ratelof solubilization
Ability to adhere to teeth

Question 12

What role do socioeconomic factors play in shaping nutritional outcomes in Mexico and other countries?

Answer 12

Higher socioeconomic status is associated with better access to nutritious foods and healthcare services

Question 13

Which of the following dietary trends is cantributing to the rise of non-communicable diseases in Mexico and globally?

Answer 13

High intake of processed foods and sugary beverages

Question 14

Which of the following is not a protein?

Answer 14

Glycogen

Question 15

What is the term used to describe the ratio of an individual’s weight to their height, commonly used to assess body fatness?

Answer 15

BMI
Body Mass Index

Question 16

What term refers to the process by which nutrients are transported frpm the digestive system into the bloodstream?

Answer 16

Absorption

Question 17

Which of the following factors can influence the glycemic index of a food?

Answer 17

• All of the above

Cooking method
Ripeness of fruit
Foof processing

Question 18

Which of the following is a complete protein source?

Answer 18

Quinoa

Question 19

Which of the following factors contribute to the current nutritional challenges in Mexico and many parts of the world?

Answer 19

All of the above

Insufficient food production
Inadequate access to nutritious foods
Rapid urbanization and changing dietary patterns

Question 20

The order of amino acids in a specific protein determines its:

Answer 20

Function in the body

Question 21

Which law of correct nutrition focuses on consuming the appropriate amount of food to meet energy needs without excess or deficiency?

Answer 21

Law of quantity

Question 22

Which of the following health benefits is associated with consuming adequate protein?

Answer 22

All of the above

Enhanced athletic performance
Improved muscle strength and mass
Prolonged satiety

Question 23

How can the sequence of eating a cariogenic food product during a meal or snack alter its cariogenic properties?

Answer 23

Eating cheese or peanuts after a sucrose-containing food reduces acid production.

Question 24

What is the term used to describe the energy expended during the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients in food?

Answer 24

Thermic effect of food

Question 25

Which of the following factors influences an individual's energy requirement?

Answer 25

All of the above Age Sex Physical activity level Height

Question 26

Glycogen that is stored in the liver can be used by other organs and cells in the body. VF

Answer 26

True

Question 27

Which of the following statements about chemical digestion is true?

Answer 27

It is carried out by enzymes that break down food molecules into simpler substances

Question 28

Which of the following is a function of proteins in the human body?

Answer 28

All of the above Providing long-term energy storage Aiding in digestion and absorption of nutrients Acting as structural components of cell membranes

Question 29

What amount of protein does a non-injured, non- athlete adult need to consume on a daily basis?

Answer 29

1 grams per kilogram of weight

Question 30

Which of the following is a polysaccharide found in chloroplasts in plants and serves as a storage form of glucose?

Answer 30

Starch

Question 31

Which of the following factors does NOT influence protein requirements?

Answer 31

Ethnicity

Question 32

The building blocks of proteins are:

Answer 32

Amino acids

Question 33

Excess carbohydrates are stored in the body as ____?

Answer 33

Glycogen n Adipose tissue A&B

Question 34

Which law of correct nutrition suggests that nutrients should be consumed in the right proportions to achieve a balanced diet?

Answer 34

Law of harmony

Question 35

How do glucans contribute to the cariogenic potential of sucrose?

Answer 35

They facilitate the attachment of bacteria to tooth surfaces

Question 36

Sucrose is not as sweet as fructose. VF

Answer 36

V

Question 37

Which of the following statenents about mechanical digestion is true?

Answer 37

It begins in the mouth with chewing and continues in the stomach and small intestine

Question 38

Which of the following classifications is defined by a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9?

Answer 38

Normal weight

Question 39

What is the term used to describe the process by which nutrients are utilized by cells for energy, growth, and repair?

Answer 39

Assimilation

Question 40

Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide?

Answer 40

Glucose

Question 41

The best type of fiber to eat for reducing constipation is:

Answer 41

Insoluble fiber

Question 42

How does consuming foods with a lower glycemic index contribute to overall health?

Answer 42

By stabilizing blood glucose levels By reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes By prolonging the feeling of satiety, which could lead to weight loss All of the above

Question 43

What is a bond between amino acids called?

Answer 43

Peptide bond

Question 44

What term refers to nutrients that the body requires in relatively larger amounts?

Answer 44

Macronutrients

Question 45

Complementary proteins refer to:

Answer 45

Pairing two incomplete protein sources to provide all indispensable amino acids

Question 46

What is the unit of measurement used to quantify energy obtained from food?

Answer 46

Calorie

Question 47

Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down proteins into peptides in the stomach?

Answer 47

Pepsin

Question 48

Which of the following carbohydrates is commonly found in dairy products?

Answer 48

Galactose

Question 49

What is the term used to describe the breakdown of food into smaller components that can be absorbed by the body?

Answer 49

Digestión

Question 50

How many essential amino acids are there for adults?

Answer 50

None of the above 9