Question 1

What should Jen do to decrease her risk of developing osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

A) Try medications that enhance bone formation. 
B) Get plenty of sunlight and consume dairy products. 
C) Lose weight. 
D) Reduce her stress. 
E) Regularly consume seafood. 
A) Try medications that enhance bone formation. 
B) Get plenty of sunlight and consume dairy products. 
C) Lose weight. 
D) Reduce her stress. 
E) Regularly consume seafood. B

Question 2

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​osteomalacia

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults O

Question 3

The DASH dietary pattern is a basic component of hypertension treatment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

A risk factor for osteoporosis is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) moderate alcohol intake 
B) frequent stress 
C) cigarette smoking 
D) regular physical activity 
E) obesity 
A) moderate alcohol intake 
B) frequent stress 
C) cigarette smoking 
D) regular physical activity 
E) obesity

Question 5

Which mineral is a trace mineral?

Accepted Answer

A) iodine 
B) calcium 
C) iron 
D) zinc 
E) potassium 
A) iodine 
B) calcium 
C) iron 
D) zinc 
E) potassium

Question 6

Some of the iron in stainless steel pans leaches out during cooking and can be a significant source of iron.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which food should you avoid if you wanted to limit sodium in your diet?

Accepted Answer

A) rice 
B) almonds 
C) salad dressing 
D) chicken 
E) orange juice 
A) rice 
B) almonds 
C) salad dressing 
D) chicken 
E) orange juice

Question 8

Which food will most likely retain its mineral content well during storage and preparation?

Accepted Answer

A) canned fruit 
B) frozen fruit 
C) dried fruit 
D) dried beans boiled in water (water drained) 
E) dried beans boiled in water (water used) 
A) canned fruit 
B) frozen fruit 
C) dried fruit 
D) dried beans boiled in water (water drained) 
E) dried beans boiled in water (water used)

Question 9

The UL for sodium is set at _____ mg.

Accepted Answer

A) 2,100 
B) 2,300 
C) 2,500 
D) 2,700 
E) 2,900 
A) 2,100 
B) 2,300 
C) 2,500 
D) 2,700 
E) 2,900

Question 10

The RDA for iron is set at _____ milligrams per day for women aged 19 to 50.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​15 
B) 18 
C) 21 
D) 24 
E) ​27 
A) ​15 
B) 18 
C) 21 
D) 24 
E) ​27

Question 11

The majority of our total sodium intake enters our diet from fresh foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What is a good source of potassium?

Accepted Answer

A) potatoes 
B) corn 
C) rice 
D) pine nuts 
E) bread 
A) potatoes 
B) corn 
C) rice 
D) pine nuts 
E) bread

Question 13

Diets low in _____ are a well-established risk factor for hypertension.potassium

Accepted Answer

A) calcium 
B) potassium 
C) magnesium 
D) zinc 
E) phosphorus 
A) calcium 
B) potassium 
C) magnesium 
D) zinc 
E) phosphorus

Question 14

Chromium is essential for _____.

Accepted Answer

A) maintaining the right acid-base balance of body fluids 
B) the activation of many enzymes involved in the reproduction of proteins 
C) nerve activity 
D) the formation of bone 
E) normal utilization of glucose and fat 
A) maintaining the right acid-base balance of body fluids 
B) the activation of many enzymes involved in the reproduction of proteins 
C) nerve activity 
D) the formation of bone 
E) normal utilization of glucose and fat

Question 15

The majority of minerals are lost during the preparation of dried fruits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​cofactors

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 17

The most widespread nutritional deficiency in both developing and developed countries is iron deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Zinc in whole-grain products is readily available because it is bound to protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

On average,32% of the calcium content of milk and milk products is absorbed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

People whose sole source of zinc is _____ have developed zinc deficiency,even though their intake of zinc is adequate.

Accepted Answer

A) milk products 
B) whole grains 
C) nuts and seeds 
D) legumes 
E) meat 
A) milk products 
B) whole grains 
C) nuts and seeds 
D) legumes 
E) meat

Exam 23: Good Things to Know About Minerals

What should Jen do to decrease her risk of developing osteoporosis?

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​osteomalacia

The DASH dietary pattern is a basic component of hypertension treatment.

A risk factor for osteoporosis is _____.

Which mineral is a trace mineral?

Some of the iron in stainless steel pans leaches out during cooking and can be a significant source of iron.

Which food should you avoid if you wanted to limit sodium in your diet?

Which food will most likely retain its mineral content well during storage and preparation?

The UL for sodium is set at _____ mg.

The RDA for iron is set at _____ milligrams per day for women aged 19 to 50.​

The majority of our total sodium intake enters our diet from fresh foods.

What is a good source of potassium?

Diets low in _____ are a well-established risk factor for hypertension.potassium

Chromium is essential for _____.

The majority of minerals are lost during the preparation of dried fruits.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​cofactors

The most widespread nutritional deficiency in both developing and developed countries is iron deficiency.

Zinc in whole-grain products is readily available because it is bound to protein.

On average,32% of the calcium content of milk and milk products is absorbed.

People whose sole source of zinc is _____ have developed zinc deficiency,even though their intake of zinc is adequate.

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

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

Vitamins and Your Health

Phytochemicals

Diet and Cancer

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

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -osteomalacia

The RDA for iron is set at _____ milligrams per day for women aged 19 to 50.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -cofactors