Question 1

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and also helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fyllium 
B)  Trillium 
C)  Millium 
D)  Psyllium 
A)  Fyllium 
B)  Trillium 
C)  Millium 
D)  Psyllium D

Question 4

Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In order to determine the presence of trans fat in a given product, consumers should check the label for

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol content. 
B)  carbohydrate content. 
C)  unsaturated fat levels. 
D)  partially hydrogenated oils. 
A)  cholesterol content. 
B)  carbohydrate content. 
C)  unsaturated fat levels. 
D)  partially hydrogenated oils.

Question 7

The Dietary Reference Intakes

Accepted Answer

A)  are a food group plan. 
B)  will eventually be replaced by RDA values. 
C)  are designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases. 
D)  are used as a basis for most food labels. 
A)  are a food group plan. 
B)  will eventually be replaced by RDA values. 
C)  are designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases. 
D)  are used as a basis for most food labels.

Question 8

The leading source of added sugar in the Canadian diet is

Accepted Answer

A)  candy bars. 
B)  cakes and cookies. 
C)  pop. 
D)  artificial sweeteners. 
A)  candy bars. 
B)  cakes and cookies. 
C)  pop. 
D)  artificial sweeteners.

Question 9

Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following, EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  coconut oil. 
B)  walnut oil. 
C)  canola oil. 
D)  flaxseed oil. 
A)  coconut oil. 
B)  walnut oil. 
C)  canola oil. 
D)  flaxseed oil.

Question 10

Vegetarians who eat no meat, poultry, or fish, but do eat eggs and dairy products, are called

Accepted Answer

A)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians. 
B)  semivegetarians. 
C)  vegans. 
D)  lacto-vegans. 
A)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians. 
B)  semivegetarians. 
C)  vegans. 
D)  lacto-vegans.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding free radicals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Free radicals have been implicated in aging and many diseases. 
B)  Free radical production is increased by environmental factors such as exhaust fumes. 
C)  Free radicals are produced when the body uses oxygen or breaks down fats and proteins. 
D)  Free radicals must reach a threshold number before they are helpful in maintaining overall health. 
A)  Free radicals have been implicated in aging and many diseases. 
B)  Free radical production is increased by environmental factors such as exhaust fumes. 
C)  Free radicals are produced when the body uses oxygen or breaks down fats and proteins. 
D)  Free radicals must reach a threshold number before they are helpful in maintaining overall health.

Question 12

Beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E are antioxidants.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A nutrient claim of "good source of fibre" means which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 grams or more 
B)  20 grams or more 
C)  2 grams or more 
D)  4 grams or more 
A)  10 grams or more 
B)  20 grams or more 
C)  2 grams or more 
D)  4 grams or more

Question 15

The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is grams.

Accepted Answer

A)  18 
B)  28 
C)  38 
D)  more than 50 
A)  18 
B)  28 
C)  38 
D)  more than 50

Question 16

Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

When it comes to building strong bones, good advice would be to

Accepted Answer

A)  eat a diet high in protein. 
B)  engage in weight-bearing aerobic activities. 
C)  consume calcium from supplements because it is absorbed better than calcium from foods. 
D)  limit your sun exposure to less than 10 minutes per week. 
A)  eat a diet high in protein. 
B)  engage in weight-bearing aerobic activities. 
C)  consume calcium from supplements because it is absorbed better than calcium from foods. 
D)  limit your sun exposure to less than 10 minutes per week.

Question 18

Foods containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually solid at room temperature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Sulphites are used to

Accepted Answer

A)  protect meats from toxins. 
B)  fortify vitamins in juices. 
C)  maintain the fresh taste of fruits. 
D)  protect vegetables from browning. 
A)  protect meats from toxins. 
B)  fortify vitamins in juices. 
C)  maintain the fresh taste of fruits. 
D)  protect vegetables from browning.

Question 20

The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

Accepted Answer

A)  proteins. 
B)  vitamins. 
C)  carbohydrates. 
D)  fats. 
A)  proteins. 
B)  vitamins. 
C)  carbohydrates. 
D)  fats.

Exam 5: Nutrition Basics

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

Recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and also helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.

Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

In order to determine the presence of trans fat in a given product, consumers should check the label for

The Dietary Reference Intakes

The leading source of added sugar in the Canadian diet is

Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following, EXCEPT

Vegetarians who eat no meat, poultry, or fish, but do eat eggs and dairy products, are called

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding free radicals?

Beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E are antioxidants.

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

A nutrient claim of "good source of fibre" means which of the following?

The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is grams.

Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.

When it comes to building strong bones, good advice would be to

Foods containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually solid at room temperature.

Sulphites are used to

The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

Taking Charge of Your Health

Psychological Health

Stress: the Constant Challenge

Weight Management

Exercise for Health and Fitness

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Immunity and Infection

Healthy Relationships and Communication

Healthy Sexuality

Pregnancy and Childbirth

Sexually Transmitted Infections Stis

Drug Use and Addiction

Alcohol Use and Alcoholism

Toward a Tobacco-Free Self and Society

Aging: a Vital Process

Dying and Death

Conventional and Complementary Medicine

Personal Safety

Environmental Health

Filters