Question 1

Which of the following is NOT part of a plan to maintain a healthy weight?

Accepted Answer

A)   physical activity
B)   a kilocalorie output equal to the kilocalorie input
C)   appropriate intake of vitamins and minerals
D)   moderate intake of fats
E)   a kilocalorie output less than the kilocalorie inputF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

A diet high in fiber may contribute to a lower chance of heart disease because ___________

Accepted Answer

A)   fiber absorbs cholesterol
B)   fiber absorbs excess sugars in the blood stream
C)   fiber is capable of breaking apart clots in the blood stream
D)   fiber produces cholesterol
E)   fiber promotes fecal formation which contributes to movements of the large intestineF) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 3

Regulation of metabolic activities typically involves ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   cholesterol
B)   water
C)   vitamins
D)   minerals
E)   glycogenF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 4

Essential amino acids are obtained only from animal proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The percent of daily value on a nutrition facts label is based on

Accepted Answer

A)   a diet of 2000 Calories day.
B)   a diet of 2500 Calories a day.
C)   a BMI of 22.
D)   an individual weighing 175 pounds.
E)   an individual weighting 120 pounds.F) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 6

Mark is 72 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. His Body Mass Index is ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)   24.4
B)   20.0
C)   29.8
D)   33.2
E)   35.4F) A) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 7

Micronutrients

Accepted Answer

A)   supply the body's energy needs.
B)   are needed in large quantities.
C)   include lipids and proteins.
D)   include vitamins and minerals.
E)   include carbohydrates.F) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 8

Yellow-orange and dark green fruits and vegetables are a good source of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamin A
B)   vitamin D
C)   vitamin E
D)   biotin
E)   vitamin CF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 9

A person's total daily intake of water must be obtained through drinking liquids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is a healthy Body Mass Index?

Accepted Answer

A)   20.3
B)   26.6
C)   29.2
D)   32.8
E)   41.5F) D) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 11

Adult females need more iron in their diet than males because women

Accepted Answer

A)   require more red blood cells.
B)   require more iron to maintain eggs.
C)   lose hemoglobin during menstruation.
D)   are not as efficient in manufacturing hemoglobin.
E)   are not as efficient in manufacturing red blood cells.F) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 12

Dietary supplements

Accepted Answer

A)   are always safe because they are natural.
B)   can be harmful.
C)   can accumulate to toxic levels.
D)   can be harmful and accumulate to toxic levels.
E)   are regulated by the federal government.F) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 13

The USDA recommends which type of food should compose the smallest percentage of our diet?

Accepted Answer

A)   fruits and vegetables
B)   fats and oils
C)   meat, eggs, and nuts
D)   breads and cereals
E)   dairy productsF) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 14

Ashley has been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Her doctor recommended that she try to lower the amount of sodium in her diet. What advice would you give her?

Accepted Answer

A)   Eat canned soups; they are typically low in salt.
B)   Cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, low in sodium.
C)   Adding salt to vegetables while cooking is alright since most of the salt pours off when you drain them.
D)   Use spices instead of salt to flavor food when cooking.
E)   Hot dogs, bacon, and other processed meats are a good source of protein low in sodium.F) B) and D)
G) D) and E)

Exam 25: Human Nutrition

Adult females need more iron in their diet than males because women

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Which of the following is a healthy Body Mass Index?

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Mark is 72 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. His Body Mass Index is ___________.

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Essential amino acids are obtained only from animal proteins.

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Which of the following is NOT part of a plan to maintain a healthy weight?

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Micronutrients

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The USDA recommends which type of food should compose the smallest percentage of our diet?

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Yellow-orange and dark green fruits and vegetables are a good source of __________.

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Dietary supplements

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Ashley has been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Her doctor recommended that she try to lower the amount of sodium in her diet. What advice would you give her?

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The percent of daily value on a nutrition facts label is based on

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A diet high in fiber may contribute to a lower chance of heart disease because ___________

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Regulation of metabolic activities typically involves ________.

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A person's total daily intake of water must be obtained through drinking liquids.

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Adult females need more iron in their diet than males because women

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Which of the following is a healthy Body Mass Index?

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Mark is 72 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. His Body Mass Index is ___________.

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Essential amino acids are obtained only from animal proteins.

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Which of the following is NOT part of a plan to maintain a healthy weight?

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Micronutrients

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The USDA recommends which type of food should compose the smallest percentage of our diet?

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Yellow-orange and dark green fruits and vegetables are a good source of __________.

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Dietary supplements

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Ashley has been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Her doctor recommended that she try to lower the amount of sodium in her diet. What advice would you give her?

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The percent of daily value on a nutrition facts label is based on

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A diet high in fiber may contribute to a lower chance of heart disease because ___________

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Regulation of metabolic activities typically involves ________.

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A person's total daily intake of water must be obtained through drinking liquids.

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