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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. 720

C. 100

D. 30

Question #2

Which of the following statements regarding trans fats is correct?

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

B. Their consumption raises blood pressure.

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

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

Question #3

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

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

B. lowering of blood pressure

C. reduction of atherosclerosis

D. lowering of blood pressure and decrease inflammation

Question #4

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

A. engage in routine exercise.

B. lower polyunsaturated fat intake.

C. lower saturated fat intake.

D. drink green tea.

Question #5

The current AMDR recommendation for fat in the American diet is

A. 10 to 15 percent.

B. 20 to 35 percent.

C. 35 to 50 percent.

D. 25 to 30 percent.

Question #6

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

A. swordfish

B. flatfish

C. scallops

D. cod

Question #7

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

A. sterols

B. triglycerides

C. phospholipids

D. cholesterol

Question #8

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

A. triglycerides

B. phospholipids

C. sterols

D. cholesterol

Question #9

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

A. LDL

B. chylomicron

C. HDL

D. VLDL

Question #10

HDLs remove cholesterol from the cells and deliver it to the

A. gall bladder.

B. heart.

C. liver.

D. pancreas.

Question #11

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

A. a saturated fatty acid

B. trans fatty acid

C. a polyunsaturated fatty acid

D. a monounsaturated 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. FALSE

B. TRUE

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 provide energy.

B. They are needed for growth.

C. They are organic compounds.

D. They are tasteless.

Question #19

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

A. heat

B. cold

C. air

D. water

Question #20

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

A. riboflavin

B. thiamin

C. alpha-tocopherol

D. vitamin C

Question #21

Which of the following vitamins is essential for blood clotting?

A. vitamin C

B. vitamin A

C. vitamin D

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. vitamin D

C. folate

D. riboflavin

Question #23

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

A. rickets

B. osteomalacia

C. osteoporosis

D. scurvy

Question #24

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

A. consumption of low-fat milk

B. scarcity of outdoor activities

C. increased use of sunscreens

D. air pollution

Question #25

Thiamin deficiency results in which of the following conditions?

A. rickets

B. scurvy

C. pellagra

D. beriberi

Question #26

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

A. B5

B. B12

C. B6

D. B2

Question #27

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

A. vitamin K

B. choline

C. vitamin D

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. supplements.

B. antioxidants.

C. phytochemicals.

D. free radicals.

Question #30

Excessive amounts of water-soluble vitamins are often excreted in

A. mucus.

B. urine.

C. the feces.

D. the blood.

Question #31

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

A. Niacin

B. Thiamin

C. Riboflavin

D. Folate

Question #32

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

A. rickets

B. anemia

C. beriberi

D. pellagra

Question #33

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

A. Vitamin A

B. Vitamin K

C. Vitamin C

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. free radicals

B. anticoagulants

C. antioxidants

D. provitamins

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. rickets.

B. scurvy.

C. hemochromatosis.

D. beriberi.

Question #37

________ are naturally occurring plant compounds that act as antioxidants and give fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors.

A. Fat-soluble vitamins

B. Free radicals

C. Antioxidants

D. Phytochemicals

Question #38

Which of the following statements is correct?

A. Water is used to regulate body temperature.

B. Water is a main component of the blood.

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

D. Water acts as a solvent within the body.

Question #39

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

A. 70-80

B. 50-60

C. 40-50

D. 60-70

Question #40

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

A. protein from animal foods

B. phytates

C. oxalates

D. vitamin C

Question #41

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

A. drinking less alcohol

B. following the DASH diet

C. losing excess weight

D. increasing sodium intake

Question #42

The skeleton is completely replaced with new bone about every

A. five years.

B. ten years.

C. twenty years.

D. other year.

Question #43

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

A. thirties.

B. fifties.

C. teens.

D. twenties.

Question #44

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

A. iron

B. chromium

C. zinc

D. molybdenum

Question #45

The most common nutritional disorder in the world is

A. potassium deficiency.

B. iron deficiency.

C. calcium deficiency.

D. magnesium deficiency.

Question #46

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

A. chromium

B. iodine

C. manganese

D. phosphorus

Question #47

The acronym DASH in the DASH diet stands for

A. Discussions of Allowable Sodium in Hospitals.

B. Determine Amount of Sodium Helpful.

C. Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.

D. Dietary Advancements to Suppress Hyponatremia.

Question #48

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

A. sodium

B. calcium

C. selenium

D. iron

Question #49

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

A. calcium

B. iron

C. sodium

D. selenium

Question #50

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

A. hyponatremia

B. hypertension

C. hypokalemia

D. hemochromatosis

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. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #53

Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of potassium.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

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

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

D. twice that 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. 56 grams

B. 48 grams

C. 45 gram

D. 35 grams

Question #57

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

A. dairy

B. fish

C. poultry

D. fruits

Question #58

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

A. kidney stones.

B. heart disease.

C. osteoporosis.

D. PKU.

Question #59

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

A. an omelet.

B. bagels.

C. apples.

D. cheese.

Question #60

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

A. marasmus

B. type 2 diabetes

C. obesity

D. kwashiorkor

Question #61

Amino acids are joined together by which kind of bond?

A. glucogenic bond

B. glycosidic bond

C. hydrogen bond

D. peptide bond

Question #62

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

A. hunger

B. satiety

C. nausea

D. thirst

Question #63

A vegan diet excludes which of the following foods?

A. any foods of animal origin

B. whole grains

C. soy

D. seeds

Question #64

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

A. 15

B. 25

C. 30

D. 35

Question #65

All excess calories are stored as

A. plaque.

B. collagen.

C. protein.

D. fat.

Question #66

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

A. 45 grams

B. 52 grams

C. 50 grams

D. 55 grams

Question #67

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

A. 63 grams

B. 73 grams

C. 70 grams

D. 68 grams

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