Question 1

Essential nutrients are substances the body requires for normal growth and health that must be obtained in the diet.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

The AMDR for protein is 10-35% of total caloric intake.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Slow Food USA is a dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​
-​dietary patterns

Accepted Answer

A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts 
A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts

Question 5

Healthful diets all share four basic characteristics:adequacy,variety,balance,and health maintenance.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Brittany is a part-time student who works 25 hours per week.Unfortunately,she does not have much time to cook meals at home after working,going to class,and studying.Brittany is looking for some reliable dietary advice on how to eat healthy but does not have the money or time to visit with a registered dietitian.Answer the following question to help Brittany get on track to living healthy.
-Brittany wants help with healthy meal planning from a reliable source.Which resource provides science-based recommendations?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​Nutrisystem.com 
B) ChooseMyPlate.gov,What's Cooking 
C) WeightWatchers.com 
D) Fitday.com 
E) ​JennyCraig.com 
A) ​Nutrisystem.com 
B) ChooseMyPlate.gov,What's Cooking 
C) WeightWatchers.com 
D) Fitday.com 
E) ​JennyCraig.com

Question 7

The DASH eating plan was originally designed to help control mild and moderate hypertension.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​
-​Mediterranean diet

Accepted Answer

A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts 
A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts

Question 9

Most of the guidelines for dietary intake include recommendations for physical activity and food safety as well.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In general,foods eaten away from home are equal in nutrient content and calories compared to foods eaten at home.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which food served in fast food restaurant has the highest number of calories?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​Big Mac® 
B) Chicken burrito on flour tortilla with black beans,sour cream,guacamole 
C) McCafe® frappe mocha,medium 
D) Sausage biscuit 
E) ​McFlurry with OREO® cookies,12 oz. 
A) ​Big Mac® 
B) Chicken burrito on flour tortilla with black beans,sour cream,guacamole 
C) McCafe® frappe mocha,medium 
D) Sausage biscuit 
E) ​McFlurry with OREO® cookies,12 oz.

Question 12

According to ChooseMyPlate.gov,children and adolescents should get _____ of physical activity.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​20 minutes per day 
B) 30 minutes per day 
C) 60 minutes per day 
D) 2½ hours per week 
E) ​3 hours per week 
A) ​20 minutes per day 
B) 30 minutes per day 
C) 60 minutes per day 
D) 2½ hours per week 
E) ​3 hours per week

Question 13

The DASH and Mediterranean dietary patterns include only a small amount of _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​fish 
B) dairy 
C) sweets 
D) carbohydrates 
E) ​wine 
A) ​fish 
B) dairy 
C) sweets 
D) carbohydrates 
E) ​wine

Question 14

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​
-​essential nutrients

Accepted Answer

A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts 
A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts

Question 15

The _____ helps control hypertension and reduces the risk of certain types of cancer,heart disease,and osteoporosis.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​MyPyramid diet 
B) Mediterranean diet 
C) DASH Eating Plan 
D) Basic Foods Eating Plan 
E) ​Healthy People Eating Plan 
A) ​MyPyramid diet 
B) Mediterranean diet 
C) DASH Eating Plan 
D) Basic Foods Eating Plan 
E) ​Healthy People Eating Plan

Question 16

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​
-balanced diet​

Accepted Answer

A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts 
A) substances the body requires for normal growth and health but cannot manufacture in sufficient amounts 
B) diet consisting of foods that together supply sufficient protein,vitamins,and minerals and enough calories to meet a person's energy needs 
C) either added during the processing of foods,or are packaged as such 
D) blood pressure exerted inside blood vessel walls that typically exceeds 140/90 mmHg 
E) cereal grains that consist of the intact,ground,cracked,or flaked kernel,which includes the bran,the germ,and the innermost part of the kernel
F)group name for carbohydrate,protein,fat,and water
G)the quantities,proportions,variety,or combination of different foods,drinks,and nutrients in diets,and the frequency with which they are habitually consumed
H)tend to be solid at room temperature
I)type of unsaturated fatty acid produced by the addition of hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils to make them more solid
J)diet consisting of many different foods from all of the food groups
K)diet that provides neither too much nor too little of nutrients and other components of food 
L)whole grains that have been processed to remove the bran and germ
M)foods that contain relatively high amounts of nutrients compared to their calorie value
N)dietary pattern that emphasizes fruits,vegetables,low-fat dairy,whole grains,poultry,fish,and nuts 
O)dietary pattern where grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy,and protein foods are the designated groups
P)dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts

Question 17

According to ChooseMyPlate,a one ounce serving of protein equals _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​¼ cup of cooked dried beans 
B) 2 eggs 
C) ¼ cup of peanut butter 
D) 1 chicken breast 
E) ​1 ounce of seeds 
A) ​¼ cup of cooked dried beans 
B) 2 eggs 
C) ¼ cup of peanut butter 
D) 1 chicken breast 
E) ​1 ounce of seeds

Question 18

In addition to other recommendations the 2015 Dietary Guidelines also highlight recommendations for food safety and sustainability.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

National recommendations for diet and physical activity usually apply to children over the age of 2 and are appropriate for every individual in a population.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

According to ChooseMyPlate,a one cup serving of dairy equals _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​4 ounces of yogurt 
B) 6 ounces of soy milk 
C) ½ cup of milk 
D) 1 cup of milk 
E) ​2 cups of milk 
A) ​4 ounces of yogurt 
B) 6 ounces of soy milk 
C) ½ cup of milk 
D) 1 cup of milk 
E) ​2 cups of milk

Exam 6: Healthy Diets: the Dietary Guidelines: MyPlate: and More

Essential nutrients are substances the body requires for normal growth and health that must be obtained in the diet.​

The AMDR for protein is 10-35% of total caloric intake.​

Slow Food USA is a dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts.​

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​ -​dietary patterns

Healthful diets all share four basic characteristics:adequacy,variety,balance,and health maintenance.​

The DASH eating plan was originally designed to help control mild and moderate hypertension.​

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​ -​Mediterranean diet

Most of the guidelines for dietary intake include recommendations for physical activity and food safety as well.​

In general,foods eaten away from home are equal in nutrient content and calories compared to foods eaten at home.​

Which food served in fast food restaurant has the highest number of calories?​

According to ChooseMyPlate.gov,children and adolescents should get _____ of physical activity.​

The DASH and Mediterranean dietary patterns include only a small amount of _____.​

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​ -​essential nutrients

The _____ helps control hypertension and reduces the risk of certain types of cancer,heart disease,and osteoporosis.​

Match each term with the appropriate definition.​ -balanced diet​

According to ChooseMyPlate,a one ounce serving of protein equals _____.​

In addition to other recommendations the 2015 Dietary Guidelines also highlight recommendations for food safety and sustainability.​

National recommendations for diet and physical activity usually apply to children over the age of 2 and are appropriate for every individual in a population.​

According to ChooseMyPlate,a one cup serving of dairy equals _____.​

Key Nutrition Concepts and Terms

The Inside Story about Nutrition and Health

Ways of Knowing about Nutrition

Understanding Food and Nutrition Labels

Nutrition, Attitudes, and Behavior

How the Body Uses Food: Digestion and Absorption

Calories: Food: Energy: and Energy Balance

Obesity to Underweight: The Highs and Lows of Weight Status

Weight Control: The Myths and Realities

Disordered Eating:Anorexia Nervosa: Bulimia: and Pica

Useful Facts about Sugars: Starches: and Fiber

Diabetes Now

Alcohol: The Positives and Negatives

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vegetarian Diets

Food Allergies and Intolerances

Fats and Cholesterol in Health

Nutrition and Heart Disease

Vitamins and Your Health

Phytochemicals

Diet and Cancer

Good Things to Know About Minerals

Dietary Supplements and Functional Foods

Water Is an Essential Nutrient

Nutrition:Gene Interactions in Health and Disease

Nutrition and Physical Fitness for Everyone

Nutrition and Physical Performance

Good Nutrition for Life: Pregnancy: Breastfeeding: and Intimacy

Nutriton for Growing Years: Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition and Health Maintenance for Adults of All Ages

The Multiple Dimensions of Food Safety

Aspects of Global Nutrition

Filters

Essential nutrients are substances the body requires for normal growth and health that must be obtained in the diet.

The AMDR for protein is 10-35% of total caloric intake.

Slow Food USA is a dietary pattern that emphasizes plant foods,such as fruits,vegetables,grains (mostly whole),beans,and nuts.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -dietary patterns

Healthful diets all share four basic characteristics:adequacy,variety,balance,and health maintenance.

The DASH eating plan was originally designed to help control mild and moderate hypertension.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -Mediterranean diet

Most of the guidelines for dietary intake include recommendations for physical activity and food safety as well.

In general,foods eaten away from home are equal in nutrient content and calories compared to foods eaten at home.

Which food served in fast food restaurant has the highest number of calories?

According to ChooseMyPlate.gov,children and adolescents should get _____ of physical activity.

The DASH and Mediterranean dietary patterns include only a small amount of _____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -essential nutrients

The _____ helps control hypertension and reduces the risk of certain types of cancer,heart disease,and osteoporosis.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -balanced diet

According to ChooseMyPlate,a one ounce serving of protein equals _____.

In addition to other recommendations the 2015 Dietary Guidelines also highlight recommendations for food safety and sustainability.

National recommendations for diet and physical activity usually apply to children over the age of 2 and are appropriate for every individual in a population.

According to ChooseMyPlate,a one cup serving of dairy equals _____.