Deck 1: Introduction to Nutrition

Question 1

Lynn wants to estimate the grams of carbohydrate in a sugar-sweetened soft drink that supplies 200 kcal.The soft drink contains no fiber,protein,fat,or alcohol.To obtain this value,she should...

A)divide the number of kcal by 9.
B)multiply the number of kcal by 4.
C)multiply the number per serving by 9.
D)divide the number of kcal by 4.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Eating diets that contain high amounts of certain kinds of fat raise the risk of developing heart disease.Thus,a diet that supplies an excessive amount of such fats is a ____ for heart disease.

A)risk factor
B)dietary modulator
C)nutritional determinant
D)hypothetical variable

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A teaspoon of sugar supplies about 16 kilocalories,which is the same as _____ calories.

A)160,000
B)1.6
C)16,000
D)1600

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following conditions is NOT a leading cause of death in the United States?

A)Cancer
B)Tuberculosis
C)Stroke
D)Heart disease

Question 5

Today's Americans buy more ____ than recommended.

A)fish
B)cheese
C)eggs
D)whole grains

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT true about water?

A)Water is the most essential nutrient.
B)Water plays a role in regulation of body temperature.
C)Water is necessary for elimination of waste from the body.
D)Water is necessary for immune function.

Question 7

Which of the following lifestyle choices is the primary cause of most preventable cancer deaths in the United States?

A)Smoking cigarettes
B)Eating fatty food
C)Exercising infrequently
D)Consuming alcohol

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Most people are born with the ability to choose a nutritious diet.
B)Nutrients are life-sustaining phytochemicals in food.
C)In the United States,poor eating habits contribute to some of the ten leading causes of death.
D)A person's diet is influenced by his or her blood type,birth order,and sustainability.

Question 9

Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of phytochemicals?

A)Luncheon meat
B)Tuna
C)Grapes
D)Margarine

Question 10

Which of the following foods is NOT a source of phytochemicals?

A)Fresh blueberries
B)Whole-grain bread
C)Cashew nuts
D)Lean meat

Question 11

Which of the following conditions or diseases is a leading diet-related cause of death in the United States?

A)Stroke
B)Suicide
C)Influenza and pneumonia
D)Chronic lower respiratory infections

Question 12

A small apple supplies 40,000 _____.

A)calories
B)kilocalories
C)Calories
D)Kilocalories

Question 13

A serving of food contains 15 g carbohydrate,3 g protein,5 g fat,5 mg vitamin C,and 100 ml water.Based on this information,a serving of this food supplies _____ kcal.

A)87
B)97
C)107
D)117

Question 14

An essential nutrient

A)must be supplied by the diet.
B)is only in fortified foods.
C)is not in empty-calorie food.
D)is only in foods from animal sources.

Question 15

Which of the following substances is NOT a macronutrient?

A)Vitamin C
B)Fat
C)Carbohydrate
D)Protein

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Nutrient-deficiency diseases develop when diets lack essential nutrients.
B)A skin rash could be a symptom of a vitamin deficiency disease.
C)A headache is a common sign of a mineral deficiency disease.
D)Most phytochemicals are classified as essential nutrients.

Question 17

Most Americans purchase less than recommended amounts of ____.

A)sugary beverages
B)refined grain products
C)red meats
D)low-fat dairy products

Question 18

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that does NOT supply any energy for the human body?

A)Vitamin D
B)Carbohydrate
C)Fat
D)Alcohol

Question 19

Why is it important to study nutrition?

A)To obtain enough energy to sustain life
B)To select the appropriate mix of nutrients for proper body functioning
C)To reduce dependence on animal products
D)To avoid pesticides and hormones in the food supply

Question 20

Which of the following is a micronutrient?

A)Iron
B)Glucose
C)Fat
D)Protein

Question 21

In-store food marketing efforts are designed to accomplish all of the following EXCEPT ______.

A)help shoppers make healthy food choices
B)stimulate the senses
C)direct shoppers to more profitable items
D)increase sales

Question 22

A person's _____ is not a major influence for his or her food selection practices.

A)health status
B)blood type
C)place of residence
D)mood

Question 23

Which of the following foods is the most energy dense per serving?

A)3 ounces baked chicken
B)½ cup fresh strawberries
C)4-ounce chocolate doughnut
D)8 ounces fat-free milk

Question 24

According to the U.S.Food and Drug Administration,which of the following substances can NOT be classified as a dietary supplement?

A)Lysine
B)Copper
C)Tobacco
D)Vitamin E

Question 25

Choosing foods based on religious teachings is an example of ______ factors that influence eating habits.

A)biological
B)cognitive
C)environmental
D)physiological

Question 26

Which of the following foods is the most nutrient dense per serving?

A)Soft margarine
B)Iceberg lettuce
C)Cheese nachos
D)Fat-free milk

Question 27

Which of the following foods is both energy and nutrient dense?

A)Whole-grain bread
B)Strawberries
C)Peanut butter
D)Raw apples

Question 28

According to a main goal of Healthy People 2020,Americans should ______.

A)reduce consumption of calories from solid fats and added sugars
B)receive annual influenza vaccinations
C)learn how to obtain nutrition information from reliable sources
D)reduce children's exposure to junk foods at home and school

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a major nutrition-related goal of Healthy People 2020?

A)Reduce the proportion of adults who are obese.
B)Increase the contribution of fruits to the diets of the population aged 2 years and older.
C)Increase the contribution of whole grains to the diets of the population aged 2 years and older.
D)Provide opportunities to increase physical activity.

Question 30

Which of the following factors has a major influence over a person's food choices?

A)Vitamin A status
B)Birth order
C)Blood type
D)Close friends

Question 31

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A)A megadose of vitamin C is within the range of safe intake for the nutrient.
B)Peanut butter is an empty-calorie food.
C)Most foods are mixtures of nutrients.
D)A healthy diet supplies 90% of its calories from protein-rich foods.

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT related to a key nutrition concept?

A)Malnutrition applies to obesity as well as starvation.
B)Nutrition recommendations are constantly changing.
C)People should consume a variety of foods in reasonable amounts and balance their calorie intake with their physical activity level.
D)The best way for people to obtain all the essential nutrients is to consume dietary supplements.

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a common marketing tactic to encourage consumers to purchase manufactured foods?

A)Attractive packaging
B)Product placement at the end of supermarket aisles
C)In-store product sampling demonstrations
D)Nutrition information posted next to fresh fruits and vegetables

Question 34

Which of the following foods is the most nutrient dense per serving?

A)Soy milk
B)Grape drink
C)Olive oil
D)French fries

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a biological or physiological factor that influences a person's food choices?

A)Age
B)Perception of food's sensory characteristics
C)Emotional stress level
D)Hunger

Question 36

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Dietary supplements include fish oil,glucosamine,echinacea,and flaxseed oil.
B)The Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act of 1994 allows manufacturers to classify dietary supplements as foods.
C)A megadose is an amount of a vitamin or mineral that is at least 10 times the recommended amount of the nutrient.
D)In order for a dietary supplement to be on the market,all studies must show a beneficial effect on health.