Question 1

People should consume at least _____ servings of fruits and vegetables a day to obtain an assortment of vitamins.

Accepted Answer

A) three 
B) four 
C) five 
D) six 
E) seven 
A) three 
B) four 
C) five 
D) six 
E) seven C

Question 2

Vitamin K is produced _____.

Accepted Answer

A) in the liver from cholesterol 
B) by bacteria in the gut 
C) in the skin from exposure to direct sunlight 
D) by the skeletal system 
E) during energy formation 
A) in the liver from cholesterol 
B) by bacteria in the gut 
C) in the skin from exposure to direct sunlight 
D) by the skeletal system 
E) during energy formation B

Question 3

Chase and Rhonda are studying for the nutrition quiz on vitamins.Over the semester break Chase started taking several dietary supplements including an antioxidant,a multivitamin,and a B-complex supplement to help improve his energy level and nutrient status.Rhonda has been a vegan (consumes no animal products or by-products)for several months.As they study for their quiz they explore natural sources of the essential vitamins.Chase believes that Rhonda should be taking a multivitamin supplement because of her vegan lifestyle,but Rhonda believes that Chase is likely overdosing on some of the vitamin supplements.Help them study for their quiz and answer their questions about the need for vitamins.​Chase and Rhonda are studying for the nutrition quiz on vitamins.Over the semester break Chase started taking several dietary supplements including an antioxidant,a multivitamin,and a B-complex supplement to help improve his energy level and nutrient status.Rhonda has been a vegan (consumes no animal products or by-products)for several months.As they study for their quiz they explore natural sources of the essential vitamins.Chase believes that Rhonda should be taking a multivitamin supplement because of her vegan lifestyle,but Rhonda believes that Chase is likely overdosing on some of the vitamin supplements.Help them study for their quiz and answer their questions about the need for vitamins.​
-Chase is concerned that Rhonda is not getting some essential vitamins because of her vegan diet.Which vitamin could Rhonda consider supplementing due to the fact that it is only found in animal products and microorganisms?

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin B12 
B) vitamin C 
C) vitamin K 
D) vitamin E 
E) vitamin B6 
A) vitamin B12 
B) vitamin C 
C) vitamin K 
D) vitamin E 
E) vitamin B6 A

Question 4

The RDA for vitamin A for adults could easily be met by consuming a 3-ounce serving of clams.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-precursor​

Accepted Answer

A) components of food required by the body in small amounts for growth and health maintenance 
B) nutrient that can be converted into another nutrient 
C) chemical substances,including many vitamins,that activate specific enzymes 
D) chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by exposure to free radicals 
E) primarily stored in body fat and the liver
F)can be stored in the body only in small amounts
G)low-grade inflammation that lasts weeks,months,or years
H)chemical substances that are missing an electron 
A) components of food required by the body in small amounts for growth and health maintenance 
B) nutrient that can be converted into another nutrient 
C) chemical substances,including many vitamins,that activate specific enzymes 
D) chemical substances that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by exposure to free radicals 
E) primarily stored in body fat and the liver
F)can be stored in the body only in small amounts
G)low-grade inflammation that lasts weeks,months,or years
H)chemical substances that are missing an electron

Question 6

Most vitamins serve as components of body tissues such as bone and muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Vitamin C is best known as the sunshine vitamin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Vitamin C is unique in that the body can build up stores that last for a year or more after intake of the vitamin stops.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Individuals _____ are at higher risk of vitamin D deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) who are obese 
B) who are 35 years old or older 
C) who are vegans 
D) with neurological disorders 
E) with dark skin 
A) who are obese 
B) who are 35 years old or older 
C) who are vegans 
D) with neurological disorders 
E) with dark skin

Question 10

The AI for adult men and women for vitamin B12 is 2.4 mcg.A serving of which food will most likely meet the AI for vitamin B12?

Accepted Answer

A) yogurt (1 cup) 
B) rice (½ cup) 
C) skim milk (1 cup) 
D) cottage cheese (1 oz) 
E) liver (3 oz) 
A) yogurt (1 cup) 
B) rice (½ cup) 
C) skim milk (1 cup) 
D) cottage cheese (1 oz) 
E) liver (3 oz)

Question 11

Milk contains a substantial amount of vitamin E.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Lecithin is considered a nonvitamin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

​Coenzyme Q10 is an essential vitamin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The water-soluble vitamins include _____.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamins A,D,E,and K 
B) vitamins A and C 
C) vitamins A and E 
D) B-complex vitamins and vitamins D and K 
E) B-complex vitamins and vitamin C 
A) vitamins A,D,E,and K 
B) vitamins A and C 
C) vitamins A and E 
D) B-complex vitamins and vitamins D and K 
E) B-complex vitamins and vitamin C

Question 15

Niacin,thiamin,riboflavin,and choline are all B-complex vitamins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Adequate consumption of _____ before and early in pregnancy significantly reduces the incidence of neural tube defects.

Accepted Answer

A) folic acid 
B) vitamin A 
C) thiamin 
D) vitamin C 
E) vitamin E 
A) folic acid 
B) vitamin A 
C) thiamin 
D) vitamin C 
E) vitamin E

Question 17

Fourteen vitamins have been discovered.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which B vitamin is needed for reactions that convert glucose into energy?

Accepted Answer

A) thiamin 
B) riboflavin 
C) niacin 
D) folate 
E) choline 
A) thiamin 
B) riboflavin 
C) niacin 
D) folate 
E) choline

Question 19

The primary food sources of vitamin C are _____.

Accepted Answer

A) meat and poultry 
B) milk and cheese 
C) dried beans and eggs 
D) fruits and vegetables 
E) fish and seafood 
A) meat and poultry 
B) milk and cheese 
C) dried beans and eggs 
D) fruits and vegetables 
E) fish and seafood

Question 20

Orange juice is naturally rich in vitamin D.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 20: Vitamins and Your Health

People should consume at least _____ servings of fruits and vegetables a day to obtain an assortment of vitamins.

Vitamin K is produced _____.

The RDA for vitamin A for adults could easily be met by consuming a 3-ounce serving of clams.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -precursor​

Most vitamins serve as components of body tissues such as bone and muscle.

Vitamin C is best known as the sunshine vitamin.

Vitamin C is unique in that the body can build up stores that last for a year or more after intake of the vitamin stops.

Individuals _____ are at higher risk of vitamin D deficiency.

The AI for adult men and women for vitamin B12 is 2.4 mcg.A serving of which food will most likely meet the AI for vitamin B12?

Milk contains a substantial amount of vitamin E.

Lecithin is considered a nonvitamin.

​Coenzyme Q10 is an essential vitamin.

The water-soluble vitamins include _____.

Niacin,thiamin,riboflavin,and choline are all B-complex vitamins.

Adequate consumption of _____ before and early in pregnancy significantly reduces the incidence of neural tube defects.

Fourteen vitamins have been discovered.

Which B vitamin is needed for reactions that convert glucose into energy?

The primary food sources of vitamin C are _____.

Orange juice is naturally rich in vitamin D.

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Ways of Knowing about Nutrition

Understanding Food and Nutrition Labels

Nutrition, Attitudes, and Behavior

Healthy Diets: the Dietary Guidelines: MyPlate: and More

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

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

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Match each term with the appropriate definition. -precursor

Coenzyme Q10 is an essential vitamin.