HED V87 - Nutrition » Fall 2021 » Chapter 1 Quiz

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Question #1
Which nutrient is so vital to health that you wouldn't live more than a few days without it?
A.   water
B.   minerals
C.   protein
D.   vitamins
Question #2
Which of the following causes of death in the United States is not nutrition related?
A.   diabetes
B.   cancer
C.   respiratory diseases
D.   stroke
Question #3
Which of the following is not a reason why a food becomes a favorite?
A.   food color
B.   convenience
C.   food trends
D.   culture
Question #4
Food insecurity is
A.   the inability to satisfy the basic food needs of individuals.
B.   the tendency of some foods to spoil more quickly than others.
C.   the tendency of highly desirable foods to be stolen from stores.
D.   uncertainty concerning whether a food might be harmful.
Question #5
Which of the following foods contains phytochemicals?
A.   eggs
B.   carrots
C.   skim milk
D.   salmon
Question #6
All of the following are correct about the typical American diet except that it is
A.   high in fiber.
B.   high in sodium.
C.   low in vitamin D.
D.   low in calcium.
Question #7
Americans need to consume more
A.   meat and saltier foods.
B.   meat and refined grains.
C.   oils and fewer vegetables.
D.   fruits and vegetables.
Question #8
Jim wants to improve his health and would like a professional to help him with his diet. Which of the following people would be the best person to help Jim?
A.   a trainer at the gym
B.   a nutritionist
C.   a registered nurse
D.   a registered dietitian nutritionist
Question #9
Which of the following foods is commonly included in Indian meals?
A.   mutton
B.   corn
C.   fish
D.   lentils
Question #10
Which of the following statements about supplements is false?
A.   A well-balanced diet will meet the nutrient needs of many people.
B.   Supplements always produce the same positive health effects as those gained by eating foods.
C.   A pregnant woman might benefit from taking an iron supplement.
D.   People with dietary restrictions or greater nutrient needs could benefit from taking supplements.
Question #11
A well-balanced diet includes all of the following actions except
A.   eating a variety of foods.
B.   consuming essential nutrients.
C.   consuming phytochemicals and fiber.
D.   relying on dietary supplements.
Question #12
Darren's father, mother, and sister all have diabetes. Darren decides to seek help from a health professional so he can avoid becoming diabetic as well. Who is the best person Darren should go to for nutrition advice?
A.   his trainer at the gym
B.   a public health nutritionist
C.   the salesperson at the vitamin and supplement store
D.   a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)
Question #13
Fish is most likely to be a staple in the diet of which of the following ethnic groups?
A.   Alaskan
B.   Indian
C.   Chinese
D.   Native American
Question #14
The macronutrients include carbohydrates, lipids, and vitamins.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE

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