Question 1

Give three reasons why it is important to eat plant sources of protein.

Accepted Answer

Because plant sources of protein generally contain less fat, saturated fat, and fewer kcalories. Plant sources also are not linked (as are red and processed meats) to colorectal cancer.

Question 2

Antibodies are chemical messengers secreted into the blood by various organs to regulate certain body activities so the body's internal environment changes frequently.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

To give marinated foods flavor, try:

Accepted Answer

A)  minced fruits and vegetables 
B)  low-sodium soy sauce 
C)  mustard 
D)  fresh herbs and spices 
E)  all of the above 
A)  minced fruits and vegetables 
B)  low-sodium soy sauce 
C)  mustard 
D)  fresh herbs and spices 
E)  all of the above E

Question 4

Which athletes need to eat more protein than just the RDA?

Accepted Answer

A)  endurance athletes 
B)  power athletes (strength or speed) 
C)  recreational golfers 
D)  a and b 
A)  endurance athletes 
B)  power athletes (strength or speed) 
C)  recreational golfers 
D)  a and b

Question 5

Write up a vegetarian lunch menu to include whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and vegetable oils. Offer 2 entrées, 2 sides, and dessert.

Accepted Answer

Entrée 1: Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed

Question 6

Proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  hormones 
B)  enzymes 
C)  antibodies 
D)  buffers 
E)  none of the above 
A)  hormones 
B)  enzymes 
C)  antibodies 
D)  buffers 
E)  none of the above

Question 7

It is best to eat most of your protein at dinner, especially for older adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

By mixing beans with _____, you have complete protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  grains 
B)  nuts 
C)  seeds 
D)  all of the above 
A)  grains 
B)  nuts 
C)  seeds 
D)  all of the above

Question 9

The most abundant protein in the body which is found in ligaments, tendons and other places is:

Accepted Answer

A)  bile 
B)  collagen 
C)  dendrite 
D)  coliform 
A)  bile 
B)  collagen 
C)  dendrite 
D)  coliform

Question 10

Who needs the most protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  older woman 
B)  pregnant woman 
C)  young adult 
D)  vegetarian 
A)  older woman 
B)  pregnant woman 
C)  young adult 
D)  vegetarian

Question 11

Molecules that contain your genetic information, and the information to make proteins in the body, are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  essential amino acids 
B)  complete protein 
C)  nucleus 
D)  deoxyribonucleic acid (DN
A)  
A)  essential amino acids 
B)  complete protein 
C)  nucleus 
D)  deoxyribonucleic acid (DN
A)

Question 12

Protein digestion starts in the:

Accepted Answer

A)  intestine 
B)  mouth 
C)  stomach 
D)  none of the above 
A)  intestine 
B)  mouth 
C)  stomach 
D)  none of the above

Question 13

Whereas the carbohydrate and fat you eat is used mostly to give you energy, protein is used mostly to build and maintain your body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following foods contain no protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  bread 
B)  lima beans 
C)  butter 
D)  cheese 
A)  bread 
B)  lima beans 
C)  butter 
D)  cheese

Question 15

With a wet rub, you can use ingredients such as:

Accepted Answer

A)  juices 
B)  vinegars 
C)  mustards 
D)  all of the above 
A)  juices 
B)  vinegars 
C)  mustards 
D)  all of the above

Question 16

Leaner cuts of beef include:

Accepted Answer

A)  top round and eye round roast 
B)  ground chuck 
C)  strip steak 
D)  a and b 
A)  top round and eye round roast 
B)  ground chuck 
C)  strip steak 
D)  a and b

Question 17

Gluten denatures during baking to give bread its structure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A nutrient that may be of concern to vegans because it only appears in animal foods is:

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  phosphorus 
C)  vitamin B12 
D)  magnesium 
A)  calcium 
B)  phosphorus 
C)  vitamin B12 
D)  magnesium

Question 19

If a protein is being made in a cell and an essential amino acid that is needed is not available in the amino acid pool, what happens?

Accepted Answer

A)  another amino acid takes its place 
B)  another amino acid is changed into the one that is needed 
C)  a fatty acid is converted to the amino acid needed 
D)  the protein can't be made and is taken apart 
A)  another amino acid takes its place 
B)  another amino acid is changed into the one that is needed 
C)  a fatty acid is converted to the amino acid needed 
D)  the protein can't be made and is taken apart

Question 20

Proteins that attack viruses, bacteria, and toxins are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  hormones 
B)  enzymes 
C)  antibodies 
D)  buffers 
E)  none of the above 
A)  hormones 
B)  enzymes 
C)  antibodies 
D)  buffers 
E)  none of the above

Give three reasons why it is important to eat plant sources of protein.

Antibodies are chemical messengers secreted into the blood by various organs to regulate certain body activities so the body's internal environment changes frequently.

To give marinated foods flavor, try:

Which athletes need to eat more protein than just the RDA?

Write up a vegetarian lunch menu to include whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and vegetable oils. Offer 2 entrées, 2 sides, and dessert.

Proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body are called:

It is best to eat most of your protein at dinner, especially for older adults.

By mixing beans with _____, you have complete protein.

The most abundant protein in the body which is found in ligaments, tendons and other places is:

Who needs the most protein?

Molecules that contain your genetic information, and the information to make proteins in the body, are called:

Protein digestion starts in the:

Whereas the carbohydrate and fat you eat is used mostly to give you energy, protein is used mostly to build and maintain your body.

Which of the following foods contain no protein?

With a wet rub, you can use ingredients such as:

Leaner cuts of beef include:

Gluten denatures during baking to give bread its structure.

A nutrient that may be of concern to vegans because it only appears in animal foods is:

If a protein is being made in a cell and an essential amino acid that is needed is not available in the amino acid pool, what happens?

Proteins that attack viruses, bacteria, and toxins are called:

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Exam 5: Protein

Give three reasons why it is important to eat plant sources of protein.

Antibodies are chemical messengers secreted into the blood by various organs to regulate certain body activities so the body's internal environment changes frequently.

To give marinated foods flavor, try:

Which athletes need to eat more protein than just the RDA?

Write up a vegetarian lunch menu to include whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and vegetable oils. Offer 2 entrées, 2 sides, and dessert.

Proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body are called:

It is best to eat most of your protein at dinner, especially for older adults.

By mixing beans with _____, you have complete protein.

The most abundant protein in the body which is found in ligaments, tendons and other places is:

Who needs the most protein?

Molecules that contain your genetic information, and the information to make proteins in the body, are called:

Protein digestion starts in the:

Whereas the carbohydrate and fat you eat is used mostly to give you energy, protein is used mostly to build and maintain your body.

Which of the following foods contain no protein?

With a wet rub, you can use ingredients such as:

Leaner cuts of beef include:

Gluten denatures during baking to give bread its structure.

A nutrient that may be of concern to vegans because it only appears in animal foods is:

If a protein is being made in a cell and an essential amino acid that is needed is not available in the amino acid pool, what happens?

Proteins that attack viruses, bacteria, and toxins are called:

Introduction to Nutrition

Using Food Guides, Dietary Recommendations, and Nutrition Labels to Plan Menus

Carbohydrates

Fat

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Building Flavor and Balanced Baking

Recipe Makeovers

Balanced Menus

Handling Customers Special Nutrition Requests

Weight Management

Nutrition for All Ages

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