Question 1

Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Soybeans are a source of polyunsaturated fat.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Josh is a freshman and is in need of eating strategies to use when he has his meals in the dining hall.List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

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1. Fill half your plate with fruits and ...

Question 4

Saturated fats are primarily found in

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A)  animal food sources and are liquid at room temperature.
B)  plant food sources and are solid at room temperature.
C)  plant food sources and are liquid at room temperature.
D)  animal food sources and are solid at room temperature.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 5

The process in which the foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called

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A)  respiration.
B)  metabolism.
C)  digestion.
D)  catecation.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Antioxidants

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A)  cause cancer.
B)  found in foods can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.
C)  are a particular type of trace mineral.
D)  are chemically unstable molecules that react with fat,proteins,and DNA.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Protein sources that provide all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are considered

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A)  complete.
B)  essential.
C)  nonessential.
D)  incomplete.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 8

When reducing fat intake,the emphasis should be placed on lowering intake of

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A)  omega-3 fatty acids.
B)  linoleic acid.
C)  trans fatty acids.
D)  monounsaturated fats.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 9

Strategies to prevent osteoporosis include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  weight-bearing aerobic exercise.
B)  moderation in the consumption of caffeine.
C)  adequate vitamin D intake.
D)  high intake of vitamin A (as retinol) .E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

A guideline for food safety is to

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A)  wash hands for 10 seconds after handling food.
B)  make certain that hamburgers are cooked to 110 ∘\circ∘ F.
C)  make sure counters and cutting boards are thoroughly cleaned.
D)  store eggs in their designated space in the refrigerator door. E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Genetically modified foods

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A)  require special labeling.
B)  are rarely grown in the United States but are very common in other countries.
C)  can unexpectedly appear in the food supply through contamination during processing.
D)  can be used in foods that are also certified organic or irradiateD.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Incomplete proteins are missing at least one essential amino acid.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Minerals

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A)  help regulate body functions.
B)  are found only in animal products.
C)  provide the body with 4 calories per gram in energy.
D)  make up about 60 percent of total body weight.E) None of the above
F) A) and B) A

Question 14

Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

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A)  potato
B)  pinto bean
C)  broccoli
D)  carrotE) A) and B)
F) C) and D) C

Question 15

List and describe the various types of vegetarian diets mentioned in your text.Discuss at least two advantages and disadvantages associated with choosing a vegetarian diet.

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Question 16

Refined carbohydrates

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A)  tend to be much lower in fiber and vitamins than whole grains.
B)  contain the germ and bran of whole grains but not the endosperm.
C)  take longer to digest than unrefined carbohydrates.
D)  help to keep blood sugar and insulin levels low.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Human body weight is composed of approximately _______________ water.

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A)  10-20 percent
B)  35-45 percent
C)  50-60 percent
D)  75-85 percentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C) C

Question 18

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following statements about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  The guidelines are intended for healthy children age 15 and older and adults of all ages.
B)  The guidelines provide general guidance for choosing a healthy diet.
C)  Following these guidelines reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
D)  Each of the recommendations in the guidelines is supported by extensive medical evidence.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 12: Nutrition Basics

Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.

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Soybeans are a source of polyunsaturated fat.

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Josh is a freshman and is in need of eating strategies to use when he has his meals in the dining hall.List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

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Saturated fats are primarily found in

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The process in which the foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called

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Antioxidants

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Protein sources that provide all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are considered

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When reducing fat intake,the emphasis should be placed on lowering intake of

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Strategies to prevent osteoporosis include all of the following EXCEPT

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A guideline for food safety is to

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Genetically modified foods

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Incomplete proteins are missing at least one essential amino acid.

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Minerals

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Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

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List and describe the various types of vegetarian diets mentioned in your text.Discuss at least two advantages and disadvantages associated with choosing a vegetarian diet.

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Refined carbohydrates

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Human body weight is composed of approximately _______________ water.

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Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

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Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

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Which of the following statements about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is FALSE?

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