Question 1

Taking supplements will increase your energy level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Dietary supplements should NOT be considered as substitutes for whole foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Dietary supplements need approval from the Natural Health Products Directorate before they are marketed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Herbs can act the same way as drugs; they can cause medical problems if not used correctly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

An example of a dangerous supplement for a particular condition is

Accepted Answer

A)  fluoride supplements for children not drinking fluoridated water. 
B)  vitamin B₁₂ for vegans. 
C)  folate for pregnant women. 
D)  beta-carotene for smokers. 
A)  fluoride supplements for children not drinking fluoridated water. 
B)  vitamin B₁₂ for vegans. 
C)  folate for pregnant women. 
D)  beta-carotene for smokers.

Question 6

The ideal nutritional strategy for optimizing health is to

Accepted Answer

A)  eat a healthful diet containing a variety of whole foods. 
B)  eat foods you like and take a one-a-day supplement. 
C)  eat a healthful diet but take a one-a-day supplement "to be sure." 
D)  eat what you want but take a supplement containing 100% or more of recommended levels. 
A)  eat a healthful diet containing a variety of whole foods. 
B)  eat foods you like and take a one-a-day supplement. 
C)  eat a healthful diet but take a one-a-day supplement "to be sure." 
D)  eat what you want but take a supplement containing 100% or more of recommended levels.

Question 7

Who is responsible for determining the safety and efficacy of any dietary supplement?

Accepted Answer

A)  the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFI
A)  
B)  the manufacturer of the supplement 
C)  the Attorney General 
D)  the Natural Health Products Directorate 
A)  the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFI
A)  
B)  the manufacturer of the supplement 
C)  the Attorney General 
D)  the Natural Health Products Directorate

Question 8

People who should consult their doctor prior to using herbs include

Accepted Answer

A)  seniors. 
B)  pregnant women. 
C)  middle-aged men. 
D)  college students. 
A)  seniors. 
B)  pregnant women. 
C)  middle-aged men. 
D)  college students.

Question 9

Acceptable forms of evidence proving the effectiveness of a supplement include

Accepted Answer

A)  anecdotal evidence. 
B)  small scale epidemiological studies. 
C)  clinical trial data. 
D)  celebrity endorsements. 
A)  anecdotal evidence. 
B)  small scale epidemiological studies. 
C)  clinical trial data. 
D)  celebrity endorsements.

Question 10

The regulation of dietary supplements is just as rigorous as the regulation of drugs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following would NOT be an effective strategy to follow when trying to evaluate the safety and quality of a particular supplement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Look for the natural product number (NPN) or homeopathic medicine number (DIN-HM). 
B)  Buy nationally recognized brands. 
C)  Purchase products labeled "natural." 
D)  Contact the company to request additional information. 
A)  Look for the natural product number (NPN) or homeopathic medicine number (DIN-HM). 
B)  Buy nationally recognized brands. 
C)  Purchase products labeled "natural." 
D)  Contact the company to request additional information.

Question 12

The use of herbs to promote health and treat discomfort and disease is a relatively recent occurrence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following individuals would LEAST likely need dietary supplementation?

Accepted Answer

A)  pregnant teenagers 
B)  people with lactose intolerance 
C)  people who eat a vegan diet 
D)  people who eat a balanced diet 
A)  pregnant teenagers 
B)  people with lactose intolerance 
C)  people who eat a vegan diet 
D)  people who eat a balanced diet

Question 14

When considering using natural health products make sure to

Accepted Answer

A)  be aware of any reaction or interactions with other drugs you are taking. 
B)  double the dosage for the first one to accelerate its effectiveness. 
C)  take as many products as possible at one time to make sure you aren't missing anything. 
D)  read news and fitness websites to get a better picture of what it does. 
A)  be aware of any reaction or interactions with other drugs you are taking. 
B)  double the dosage for the first one to accelerate its effectiveness. 
C)  take as many products as possible at one time to make sure you aren't missing anything. 
D)  read news and fitness websites to get a better picture of what it does.

Question 15

Natural health products do not require a prescription and are not regulated as drugs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A dietary supplement would NOT contain

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamins and minerals. 
B)  herbs or other botanicals. 
C)  amino acids. 
D)  soil samples. 
A)  vitamins and minerals. 
B)  herbs or other botanicals. 
C)  amino acids. 
D)  soil samples.

Question 17

In 2004, Canadian regulations were changed to include natural health products as drugs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Health Canada does not test any supplement for safety before it is marketed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In Canada, the labels on natural health products must state any cautionary statements, warnings and possible adverse reactions associated with the product.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Unless prescribed by a qualified practitioner, taking a single-nutrient supplement is NOT recommended because it

Accepted Answer

A)  may quickly lead to a nutrient toxicity. 
B)  will cost too much money. 
C)  might lead to a nutrient dependency. 
D)  might reduce your appetite. 
A)  may quickly lead to a nutrient toxicity. 
B)  will cost too much money. 
C)  might lead to a nutrient dependency. 
D)  might reduce your appetite.

Exam 20: dietary Supplements: Necessity or Waste

Taking supplements will increase your energy level.

Dietary supplements should NOT be considered as substitutes for whole foods.

Dietary supplements need approval from the Natural Health Products Directorate before they are marketed.

Herbs can act the same way as drugs; they can cause medical problems if not used correctly.

An example of a dangerous supplement for a particular condition is

The ideal nutritional strategy for optimizing health is to

Who is responsible for determining the safety and efficacy of any dietary supplement?

People who should consult their doctor prior to using herbs include

Acceptable forms of evidence proving the effectiveness of a supplement include

The regulation of dietary supplements is just as rigorous as the regulation of drugs.

Which of the following would NOT be an effective strategy to follow when trying to evaluate the safety and quality of a particular supplement?

The use of herbs to promote health and treat discomfort and disease is a relatively recent occurrence.

Which of the following individuals would LEAST likely need dietary supplementation?

When considering using natural health products make sure to

Natural health products do not require a prescription and are not regulated as drugs.

A dietary supplement would NOT contain

In 2004, Canadian regulations were changed to include natural health products as drugs.

Health Canada does not test any supplement for safety before it is marketed.

In Canada, the labels on natural health products must state any cautionary statements, warnings and possible adverse reactions associated with the product.

Unless prescribed by a qualified practitioner, taking a single-nutrient supplement is NOT recommended because it

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