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.   minerals
B.   protein
C.   vitamins
D.   water
Question #2
Which of the following causes of death in the United States is not nutrition related?
A.   cancer
B.   respiratory diseases
C.   diabetes
D.   stroke
Question #3
Which of the following is not a reason why a food becomes a favorite?
A.   food color
B.   convenience
C.   culture
D.   food trends
Question #4
Food insecurity is
A.   uncertainty concerning whether a food might be harmful.
B.   the tendency of some foods to spoil more quickly than others.
C.   the inability to satisfy the basic food needs of individuals.
D.   the tendency of highly desirable foods to be stolen from stores.
Question #5
Which of the following foods contains phytochemicals?
A.   eggs
B.   carrots
C.   salmon
D.   skim milk
Question #6
All of the following are correct about the typical American diet except that it is
A.   low in calcium.
B.   low in vitamin D.
C.   high in fiber.
D.   high in sodium.
Question #7
Americans need to consume more
A.   fruits and vegetables.
B.   meat and refined grains.
C.   oils and fewer vegetables.
D.   meat and saltier foods.
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 registered nurse
B.   a registered dietitian nutritionist
C.   a trainer at the gym
D.   a nutritionist
Question #9
Which of the following foods is commonly included in Indian meals?
A.   fish
B.   mutton
C.   corn
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.   People with dietary restrictions or greater nutrient needs could benefit from taking supplements.
D.   A pregnant woman might benefit from taking an iron supplement.
Question #11
A well-balanced diet includes all of the following actions except
A.   relying on dietary supplements.
B.   eating a variety of foods.
C.   consuming essential nutrients.
D.   consuming phytochemicals and fiber.
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.   a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)
B.   a public health nutritionist
C.   his trainer at the gym
D.   the salesperson at the vitamin and supplement store
Question #13
Fish is most likely to be a staple in the diet of which of the following ethnic groups?
A.   Alaskan
B.   Chinese
C.   Native American
D.   Indian
Question #14
The macronutrients include carbohydrates, lipids, and vitamins.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE

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