Review Ch. 1-3

Question 1

A certain amount of fiber in foods contribute to the health of the digestive systems. However, eating too much fiber leads to nutrient losses. The characteristic of diet planning illustrated by this statements is called…

Answer 1

moderation

Question 2

A false story has circulated for several years on the Internet about the chickens used by a popular national fried chicken chain. It claims that the chickens the company uses have been genetically modified to have no head, beaks, or feet, and are kept alive with feeding tubes. This story is an example of:

Answer 2

an urban legend

Question 3

A person with a heart disease is told to take some diet and lifestyle changes. He states, “I know that I should make changes because my father and brother both died of heart attacks. But I really like to have my big steaks for dinner.” Which stage of behavior change does this example represent?

Answer 3

Contemplation

Question 4

Essential nutrients are:
a.) necessary nutrients that cannot be obtained from the diet.
b.) necessary nutrients that the body cannot make, or make in sufficient quantities, for itself.
c.) nutrients that do not cause deficiency diseases if they are omitted from the diet.
d.) nutrients that must be obtained from supplements.
e.) nutrients that the body manufacture from raw materials.

Answer 4

b.) necessary nutrients that the body cannot make, or make in sufficient quantities, for itself.

Question 5

Foods that have been subjected to the addition of additives, milling, or cooking are called_____ foods.

Answer 5

processed

Question 6

The most energy-rich nutrient is ____.

Answer 6

fat

Question 7

The term “_______ foods” has no legal definition but is often used to imply wholesomeness.

Answer 7

natural

Question 8

When determining if a website offers reliable information, it is best to avoid:
a.) websites that are selling goods and services
b.) sites that identify the authors names and credentials.
c.) links to other sites even on pages published by a reliable source
d.) websites that end in “.org” and “.edu”
e.) websites that end in “gov”

Answer 8

a.) websites that are selling goods and services

Question 9

What nutrient is needed in the greatest daily quantity?

Answer 9

carbohydrates

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of an ultra-processed food?
a.) frozen unseasoned cauliflower rice crumbles
b.) a salad topped with diced tomatoes, sliced onion, and hard boiled eggs.
c.) pasteurized milk fortified with Vitamin A and D
d.) A package or organic chocolate chip cookies
e.) A bag of baby spinach leaves that have been washed and trimmed.

Answer 10

d.) A package or organic chocolate chip cookies

Question 11

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are designed for:
a.) health maintenance and disease prevention in healthy people.
b.) disease prevention in both healthy and unhealthy individuals.
c.) health maintenance and promotion of healing after injury.
d.) restoration of health in malnourished individuals.
e.) reversal of nutrient defecencies.

Answer 11

a.) health maintenance and disease prevention in healthy people.

Question 12

“Empty calories” refers to foods low in calories and nutrients.
a.) True
b.) False

Answer 12

b.) False

Question 13

Brianna is using an app on her phone to track her daily calorie and nutrient intake. According to the app, her average daily intake last week was 2150 calories a day, 129 grams of protein, 226 grams of carbohydrates, and 81 grams of fat. How does the intake compare to the acceptable macronutrients distribution range (AMDR)?
a.) Her protein and carbohydrate intakes fall within the AMDR, but her fat intake is above it.
b.) Her protein and fat intake fall within the AMDR, but her carbohydrate intake is below it.
c.) Her carbohydrate intake is the only macronutrient that falls within the AMDR.
d.) Her protein, carbohydrate and fat intake all fall within the AMDR.
e.) Her protein intake is the only macronutrient that falls within the AMRD.

Answer 13

b.) Her protein and fat intake fall within the AMDR, but her carbohydrate intake is below it.

Question 14

Which of the following contains about 10,000 different phytochemicals?
a.) Vegetables
b.) Eggs
c.) Moong sprouts
d.) Yogurt
e.) broccoli sprouts

Answer 14

e.) broccoli sprouts

Question 15

The amount of ______ fats must be listed on food labels.
a.) omega 3 fat
b.) phospholipids
c.) saturated fat
d.) polysaturated fat
e.) monosaturated fat

Answer 15

c.) saturated fat

Question 16

According to the USDA Eating Patterns, 1 cup cooked kidney beans can be substituted with _______ to meet the same nutritional requirement.
a.) 1 cup canned fruit
b.) 1 1/2 cup vegetable juice
c.) 1 cup 100% fruit juice
d.) 4 slices of bread
e.) 2 cups raw kale

Answer 16

e.) 2 cups raw kale

Question 17

When planning a healthful diet using the USDA Eating Patters, vegetarians should remember that:
a.) nuts and seeds are high in fat content and should be avoided.
b.) they will have difficulty meeting their needs if they only use he patterns given.
c.) modifications are prohibited so they must use another diet-planning tool.
d.) the vegetable group contains legumes, which can be counted as protein food.
e.) all soy foods and soy milk have the same nutrient contents as dairy milk.

Answer 17

d.) the vegetable group contains legumes, which can be counted as protein food.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is true of the Daily Values?
a.) The daily values are a percentage of the total protein content
b.) The daily values are specific for age and gender
c.) The daily values are useful when comparing one food to another
d.) The daily values are levels that provide the toxicity range for most nutrients
e.) The daily values are best used as nutrient intake goals for individuals

Answer 18

c.) The daily values are useful when comparing one food to another

Question 19

Which foods are oversupplied for the current US diet?
a.) whole grains
b.) naturally sweetened beverages
c.) red meats
d.) fruits and vegetables
e.) full fat milk or milk products

Answer 19

c.) red meats

Question 20

According to the USDA Eating Patterns, what is the amount of vegetables and grains needed every day to maintain the Healthy US Style Eating Patterns at the 2,000 calorie level each day?
a.) 6 cups vegetables and 3 oz grains
b.) 3 1/2 cups vegetables and 4 1/2 oz grains
c.) 3 1/2 cups vegetables and 5 oz grains
d.) 3 1/2 cups vegetables and 5 oz grains
e.) 2 1/2 cups vegetables and 6 oz grains

Answer 20

e.) 2 1/2 cups vegetables and 6 oz grains

Question 21

Which cells die and replace themselves every three days?

Answer 21

cells in the digestive lining

Question 22

Intoxication occurs more quickly if:

Answer 22

the stomach is empty

Question 23

Proteins that speed up chemical reaction are known as ________.

Answer 23

enzymes

Question 24

Which of the following is a characteristic of glycogen?
a.) It represents a three-day supply of glucose
b.) It is stored for the body’s amino acid needs.
c.) It is not released from the liver in any case
d.) It helps sustain the body’s cellular activities
e.) It is stored in adipose cells

Answer 24

d.) It helps sustain the body’s cellular activities

Question 25

Where does most carbohydrates digestion and absorption occur?

Answer 25

small intestine

Question 26

The wavelike muscular squeezing of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine that pushed their contents along is called ______.

Answer 26

peristalsis

Question 27

What is released when the fight or flight response is triggered?

Answer 27

epinephrine, norepinephrine, and neurotransmitters

Question 28

The digestion of food includes the mechanical actions of :

Answer 28

peristalsis waves to move the food down through the digestive tract

Question 29

Which of the following statements is true of cells?
a.) They only require water and oxygen to live
b.) The human body is composed of nearly 1,000 cells
c.) They are self-contained living entities
d.) They can make essential nutrients for themselves
e.) They are the largest units of life

Answer 29

c.) They are self-contained living entities

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a strategy to prevent heartburn?
a.) Sit up after meals
b.) Drink plenty of liquids during meals
c.) Avoid carbonated drinks
d.) Lose weight
e.) Eat smaller meals

Answer 30

b.) Drink plenty of liquids during meals