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HED V87 - Nutrition » Fall 2021 » Exam 2

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Question #1

What is the maximum number of grams of fat that can be consumed by a person who eats 2,400 calories per day and wants no more than 30 percent of her calories to be from fat?

A. 80

B. 30

C. 720

D. 100

Question #2

Which of the following statements regarding trans fats is correct?

A. Their consumption raises triglyceride levels and lowers LDL levels.

B. Their consumption raises both LDL levels and HDL levels.

C. Their consumption raises LDL levels and lowers HDL levels.

D. Their consumption raises blood pressure.

Question #3

Which of the following benefits is associated with omega-3 fatty acids?

A. lowering of blood pressure and decrease inflammation

B. reduction of atherosclerosis

C. reduction of atherosclerosis, lowering of blood pressure, and decrease inflammation

D. lowering of blood pressure

Question #4

Of the following actions, the most effective way to improve HDL cholesterol levels is to

A. drink green tea.

B. lower polyunsaturated fat intake.

C. engage in routine exercise.

D. lower saturated fat intake.

Question #5

The current AMDR recommendation for fat in the American diet is

A. 20 to 35 percent.

B. 35 to 50 percent.

C. 10 to 15 percent.

D. 25 to 30 percent.

Question #6

Which of the following types of seafood should pregnant women not consume?

A. scallops

B. flatfish

C. cod

D. swordfish

Question #7

Fat is the common name for which of the following substances?

A. phospholipids

B. sterols

C. triglycerides

D. cholesterol

Question #8

Which of the following substances is a major component of cell membranes?

A. sterols

B. triglycerides

C. phospholipids

D. cholesterol

Question #9

Which of the following lipoproteins delivers fat made in the liver to the tissues?

A. VLDL

B. LDL

C. HDL

D. chylomicron

Question #10

HDLs remove cholesterol from the cells and deliver it to the

A. heart.

B. pancreas.

C. liver.

D. gall bladder.

Question #11

Which of the following substances is produced by hydrogenating an unsaturated fatty acid?

A. a monounsaturated fatty acid

B. trans fatty acid

C. a saturated fatty acid

D. a polyunsaturated fatty acid

Question #12

More women in the United States die each year from breast cancer than from heart disease.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #13

When describing lipids, the term hydrophobic means that they can readily dissolve in water.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #14

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #15

Trans fats raise LDL and do not affect HDL levels.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #16

All fat-free foods are healthy for you.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #17

Fat-free versions of cookies always have fewer calories than their full-fat counterparts.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #18

Which of the following statements about vitamins is incorrect?

A. They are tasteless.

B. They are needed for growth.

C. They are organic compounds.

D. They provide energy.

Question #19

Which of the following conditions will not destroy the vitamin content of foods?

A. heat

B. water

C. air

D. cold

Question #20

Which of the following vitamins is light sensitive and abundant in milk?

A. riboflavin

B. vitamin C

C. alpha-tocopherol

D. thiamin

Question #21

Which of the following vitamins is essential for blood clotting?

A. vitamin D

B. vitamin A

C. vitamin C

D. vitamin K

Question #22

Which of the following vitamins is important in a woman's diet before she conceives a baby?

A. pantothenic acid

B. riboflavin

C. folate

D. vitamin D

Question #23

Which of the following conditions is not caused by a vitamin D deficiency?

A. osteoporosis

B. scurvy

C. osteomalacia

D. rickets

Question #24

Which of the following factors is not responsible for the increase in cases of rickets in the United States?

A. increased use of sunscreens

B. scarcity of outdoor activities

C. consumption of low-fat milk

D. air pollution

Question #25

Thiamin deficiency results in which of the following conditions?

A. scurvy

B. beriberi

C. pellagra

D. rickets

Question #26

Pernicious anemia occurs when there is a deficiency of which vitamin?

A. B5

B. B6

C. B2

D. B12

Question #27

Which of the following vitamins helps bone health by regulating calcium and phosphorus?

A. vitamin D

B. choline

C. vitamin K

D. vitamin E

Question #28

Which of the following organizations sets purity and reliability standards for dietary supplements?

A. FDA

B. USP

C. ADA

D. USDA

Question #29

Oxygen-containing molecules that can damage cells and possibly contribute to the increased risk of certain chronic diseases are called

A. antioxidants.

B. free radicals.

C. phytochemicals.

D. supplements.

Question #30

Excessive amounts of water-soluble vitamins are often excreted in

A. the blood.

B. mucus.

C. the feces.

D. urine.

Question #31

________ plays a role in breaking down alcohol in the body.

A. Folate

B. Riboflavin

C. Niacin

D. Thiamin

Question #32

The signs and symptoms of ________ include dermatitis, dementia, and diarrhea.

A. rickets

B. beriberi

C. pellagra

D. anemia

Question #33

________ boosts the immune system by enabling the body to make white blood cells.

A. Vitamin A

B. Vitamin C

C. Vitamin K

D. Vitamin D

Question #34

Vitamin E, vitamin C, and beta-carotene act as ________, which may reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, arthritis, and Alzheimer's disease.

A. anticoagulants

B. antioxidants

C. provitamins

D. free radicals

Question #35

Vitamin C helps the body absorb ________ from plant foods such as grains and cereals.

A. calcium

B. protein

C. calories

D. iron

Question #36

The disease resulting from vitamin C deficiency is called

A. beriberi.

B. hemochromatosis.

C. rickets.

D. scurvy.

Question #37

A. Phytochemicals

B. Fat-soluble vitamins

C. Free radicals

D. Antioxidants

Question #38

Which of the following statements is correct?

A. Water acts as a solvent within the body, used to regulate body temperature and main component of the blood.

B. Water is a main component of the blood.

C. Water is used to regulate body temperature.

D. Water acts as a solvent within the body.

Question #39

The body of an average healthy adult is approximately ________ percent water.

A. 50-60

B. 70-80

C. 40-50

D. 60-70

Question #40

Which of the following substances can interfere with the absorption of iron?

A. oxalates

B. vitamin C

C. protein from animal foods

D. phytates

Question #41

Which of the following actions may not help reduce blood pressure?

A. losing excess weight

B. following the DASH diet

C. increasing sodium intake

D. drinking less alcohol

Question #42

The skeleton is completely replaced with new bone about every

A. other year.

B. twenty years.

C. five years.

D. ten years.

Question #43

Peak bone mass typically occurs when a person reaches his or her

A. fifties.

B. thirties.

C. twenties.

D. teens.

Question #44

About two-thirds of the ________ in the body is found in hemoglobin.

A. zinc

B. chromium

C. molybdenum

D. iron

Question #45

The most common nutritional disorder in the world is

A. potassium deficiency.

B. iron deficiency.

C. magnesium deficiency.

D. calcium deficiency.

Question #46

A goiter is a deficiency of which of the following substances?

A. manganese

B. iodine

C. phosphorus

D. chromium

Question #47

The acronym DASH in the DASH diet stands for

A. Dietary Advancements to Suppress Hyponatremia.

B. Discussions of Allowable Sodium in Hospitals.

C. Determine Amount of Sodium Helpful.

D. Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.

Question #48

Which of the following elements is a major mineral of bone?

A. iron

B. sodium

C. selenium

D. calcium

Question #49

Which of the following elements is a major component of hemoglobin?

A. sodium

B. iron

C. selenium

D. calcium

Question #50

Which of the following conditions is commonly known as high blood pressure?

A. hyponatremia

B. hypokalemia

C. hemochromatosis

D. hypertension

Question #51

A feeling of dehydration despite having consumed significant amounts of fluids may be an indicator of hyponatremia.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #52

The majority of the sodium in the typical American diet comes from processed foods.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #53

Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of potassium.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #54

Calcium supplements are warranted for all age groups because a normal diet will not provide adequate amounts of calcium.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #55

An overweight individual's protein needs are

A. not much greater than those of a normal-weight person of similar height.

B. twice that of a normal-weight person of similar height.

C. lower than those of a normal-weight person of similar height.

D. much greater than those of a normal-weight person of similar height.

Question #56

What is the approximate protein requirement for a 24-year-old female who weighs 125 pounds?

A. 45 gram

B. 48 grams

C. 35 grams

D. 56 grams

Question #57

Which foods are most likely missing when a person is on a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet?

A. fruits

B. fish

C. poultry

D. dairy

Question #58

A diet that is too high in protein can increase the risk for all of the following conditions except

A. heart disease.

B. PKU.

C. kidney stones.

D. osteoporosis.

Question #59

An ovo-vegetarian will eat all of the following foods except

A. apples.

B. bagels.

C. cheese.

D. an omelet.

Question #60

Which of the following conditions is a consequence of a severe deficiency of dietary protein?

A. marasmus

B. type 2 diabetes

C. kwashiorkor

D. obesity

Question #61

Amino acids are joined together by which kind of bond?

A. hydrogen bond

B. glucogenic bond

C. peptide bond

D. glycosidic bond

Question #62

After a meal, proteins help increase ________ more than do either carbohydrates or fat.

A. nausea

B. thirst

C. hunger

D. satiety

Question #63

A vegan diet excludes which of the following foods?

A. soy

B. seeds

C. whole grains

D. any foods of animal origin

Question #64

It is recommended that you consume from 10 to ________ percent of your total daily calories from protein.

A. 35

B. 25

C. 15

D. 30

Question #65

All excess calories are stored as

A. fat.

B. protein.

C. collagen.

D. plaque.

Question #66

Calculate the protein needs for a 10-year-old boy who weighs 80 pounds.

A. 55 grams

B. 52 grams

C. 50 grams

D. 45 grams

Question #67

Calculate the protein needs of a male bodybuilder who weighs 200 pounds.

A. 68 grams

B. 73 grams

C. 70 grams

D. 63 grams

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