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Community Nutrition
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Community Nutrition focuses on the role of nutrition in promoting health and preventing disease within populations. This course explores the assessment of nutritional status and needs in diverse communities, the development and implementation of nutrition programs and policies, and the evaluation of their effectiveness. Students will examine social, cultural, economic, and environmental factors that influence dietary behaviors, as well as strategies for addressing nutrition-related health disparities. Through case studies and practical projects, learners gain the skills needed to advocate for and design interventions that improve nutritional outcomes at the community level.
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Human Nutrition Science for Healthy Living 2nd Edition by Tammy J Stephenson
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Nutrition
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Q1) Which of the following substances is a nutrient that does NOT supply any energy for the human body?
A)Carbohydrate
B)Fat
C)Protein
D)Vitamin D
Answer: D
Q2) Which of the following foods is the most nutrient-dense per serving?
A)Cheese nachos
B)Iceberg lettuce
C)Fat-free milk
D)Soft margarine
Answer: C
Q3) A teaspoon of sugar supplies about 16 kcals,which is the same as ________ calories.
A)1)6
B)1600
C)16,000
D)160,000
Answer: C
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) Researchers at a major American university plan a 10-year scientific study to investigate lifestyle factors that contribute to heart disease.Which of the following activities is likely to be a component of their research efforts?
A)Contacting the local news station to report their findings
B)Submitting an article describing the study to a peer-reviewed journal
C)Posting significant findings at the main researcher's personal website
D)Establishing a place for the subjects to live for the duration of the study.
Answer: B
Q2) The professional football star Andro "The Man" McGraw claims the dietary supplement AminoProFix helped him build muscle mass quickly and safely.His endorsement of the product is an example of ________.
A)unbiased reporting
B)a scientifically valid claim
C)a testimonial
D)peer review
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)The Exchange System can be used to estimate the carbohydrate content of foods.
B)People can calculate their vitamin and mineral intakes by using the Exchange System.
C)The Exchange System and MyPlate use the same food groups.
D)"Carbohydrate counting" is a component of the Exchange System.
Answer: A
Q2) According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans,saturated fat intake should be limited to less than ________% of total daily calories.
A)5
B)10
C)20
D)30
Answer: B
Q3) Use of certain medications may increase an individual's nutrient needs.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 4: Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport
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Q1) Which of the following statements about enterocytes is false?
A)Enterocytes are located in the stomach and are necessary for intrinsic factor production.
B)Enterocytes are absorptive cells.
C)Enterocytes are exposed to chyme.
D)Enterocytes line the villi.
Q2) Amanda is a three-year old who has a condition that is characterized by the inability of her pancreas to produce cholecystokinin.Based on this information,she
A)has difficulty digesting food.
B)is heavier than average for her height.
C)is taller than most children who are her age.
D)absorbs higher than normal amounts of micronutrients.
Q3) Risk factors for constipation include all of the following EXCEPT
A)drinking too much water.
B)anxiety or depression.
C)low fiber intake.
D)changes to typical daily routine.
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber
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Q1) Refined carbohydrates do not satisfy hunger as well as proteins and fats,which may lead to an excessive consumption of calories.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following sweeteners provides 4 kcal/g?
A)Sucralose
B)Stevia
C)Saccharin
D)Sucrose
Q3) Raffinose is an example of a/an
A)oligosaccharide.
B)disaccharide.
C)ketone body.
D)monosaccharide.
Q4) Insulin
A)helps glucose enter cells.
B)stimulates cells to break down glycogen for energy.
C)is released during fasting periods,such as between meals.
D)increases blood glucose levels after meals.
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Chapter 6: Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Fat-free baked goods tend to be more moist than regular-fat baked goods.
B)Fat contributes to the flavor of foods.
C)Each gram of fat contributes 4 kcal.
D)Adding fat to a food reduces the food's "mouth feel."
Q2) Which of the following plant oils contains the highest amount of saturated fat per tablespoon?
A)Coconut oil
B)Canola oil
C)Walnut oil
D)Safflower oil
Q3) Carlos has a family history of premature heart disease and stroke.To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease,Carlos should ________.
A)increase his intake of trans fat
B)take medication to increase his blood pressure
C)stop smoking cigarettes
D)increase his intake of vitamin K
Q4) Lipids are soluble in organic solvents such as acetone but insoluble in water.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 7: Proteins: Amino Acids
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Q1) Compared to a triglyceride molecule,an amino acid molecule ________.
A)is comprised of glucose units
B)has nitrogen in its chemical structure
C)provides more energy
D)has three fatty acids attached to a glycerol
Q2) Proteins ________.
A)are comprised of amino acids
B)have phosphorus in their chemical structures
C)provide 7 kcal/g
D)are stored as glycogen in the body
Q3) As a result of the Human Genome Project,scientists discovered that people's food choices can affect their genes' expression.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following is a common sign or symptom of a food allergy?
A)Hives
B)Vomiting and/or diarrhea
C)Swollen lips
D)All of the choices are correct.
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Chapter 8: Metabolism
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Q1) Which of the following compounds can be used for energy? Check all that apply.
A)Carbohydrates
B)Proteins
C)Water
D)Nucleic acids
Q2) Human cells can convert acetyl CoA into pyruvate.
A)True
B)False
Q3) The greatest storage site for potential energy in the average healthy adult is
A)adipose cell triglycerides
B)muscle glycogen
C)liver glycogen
D)pancreatic triglycerides
Q4) Lipogenesis uses the same enzymes and metabolic pathways as beta-oxidation.
A)True
B)False
Q5) The conversion of pyruvate to acetyl CoA is a/an ________ process.
A)irreversible
B)reversible
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Chapter 9: Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) The synthetic form of vitamin K is called ________.
A)menadione
B)menaquinone
C)phyllodione
D)phylloquinone
Q2) Both alpha-tocopherol and gamma-tocopherol are found in food sources.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following is the best source of beta-carotene?
A)Grilled sweet potatoes
B)Baked chicken
C)Non-fat milk
D)Scrambled eggs
Q4) Vitamin E is involved in maintaining immune system function.
A)True
B)False
Q5) A low level of salt in sweat is a sign of cystic fibrosis.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Ron's diet lacks niacin.He hasn't developed pellagra,because he consumes a high-protein diet that contains plenty of ________,the precursor for niacin.
A)beta-carotene
B)alanine
C)alpha-tocopherol
D)tryptophan
Q2) To reduce the risk of stroke in patients who cannot tolerate statins,physicians may prescribe megadoses of niacin supplements to reduce the elevated LDL cholesterol level in their blood.
A)True
B)False
Q3) It is not necessary for humans to consume sources of water-soluble vitamins daily,because most of them are stored in the liver.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Anencephaly occurs when the brain is malformed or missing.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Water and Major Minerals
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Q1) Chloride is involved in all of the following body functions EXCEPT ________.
A)regulation of fluid balance
B)transmission of nerve impulses
C)production of stomach acid
D)energy metabolism
Q2) Aldosterone ________.
A)signals the kidneys to conserve sodium
B)increases water excretion in the urine
C)is secreted from the posterior pituitary gland
D)is secreted in response to water intoxication
Q3) After experiencing considerable pain and having blood in his urine,Solomon visited his physician and was diagnosed with kidney stones. Kidney stones occur as a result of
A)minerals and waste products collecting and forming a hard mass
B)the lining of the kidneys becoming inflammed and causing cellular overgrowth
C)ammonia not being converted into urea efficiently in the liver
D)glucose and protein forming a ball-like complex
Q4) Osteclast cells are a type of bone cell that break down bone tissue.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 12: Trace Minerals
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Q1) Jeanette is a vegan concerned about her iron intake. Which of the following practices would you recommend to Jeanette to increase her iron intake from plant foods?
A)Taking zinc,calcium,and selenium supplements daily
B)Cooking vegetables in a cast iron skillet with tomatoes or lemon juice
C)Drinking more milk and avoiding in-between-meal snacks
D)Adding cheese to salads and sandwiches
Q2) Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following agencies monitors the amount of arsenic in rice and other foods and beverages?
A)FDA
B)CDC
C)EPA
D)WHO
Q4) High blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels are associated with chromium deficiency.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management
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Q1) Direct calorimetry measures the body's heat of metabolism. For an accurate measure of basal metabolic rate,a person would need to be in the chamber for 24 hours.
A)True
B)False
Q2) According to the American College of Sports Medicine,adults should perform ________ minutes per week of moderate-intensity physical activity to prevent weight gain.
A)150-210
B)150-250
C)180-300
D)150-350
Q3) Gregg's BMI is 34.2.Based on this information,his weight is in the ________ range.
A)obese class II
B)obese class I
C)overweight
D)obese class III
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Q1) Sandra has binge-eating disorder and does not use any compensatory mechanisms to purge calories;therefore,she is likely to develop type 2 diabetes and/or hypertension.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)is a form of phototherapy that may be beneficial in treating night eating syndrome.
A)True
B)False
Q3) People with bulimia nervosa are usually able to control their eating behavior.
A)True
B)False
Q4) ________ is an eating disorder that features recurrent episodes of overeating followed by purging behaviors.
A)Binge-eating disorder
B)Bulimia nervosa
C)Anorexia
D)Starvation
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Chapter 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
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Q1) Lance's goal is to win a marathon bicycle race.He trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily.He weighs 80 kg.Based on this information,what is the minimum number of kilocalories he needs to consume daily to maintain his body weight while in training and during a race?
A)3000 kcal
B)4000 kcal
C)5000 kcal
D)6000 kcal
Q2) Carbohydrate loading involves manipulating dietary and physical activity patterns three to seven days before an athletic event to increase muscle glycogen stores.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Skeletal muscles generate more free radicals during rest than during physical activity.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Antioxidant vitamin supplements are not recommended for athletes.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Lactation
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Q1) Which of the following substances is a lipid that is necessary for the proper development of an infant's nervous system?
A)Alanine
B)DHA
C)Trans fat
D)EDTA
Q2) ________ stimulates milk production by certain cells in the breast.
A)Prolactin
B)Progesterone
C)Oxytocin
D)Estrogen
Q3) During her 6th month of pregnancy,Miranda developed gestational hypertension.As a result of this condition,Miranda has a higher risk of giving birth to a ________ infant than a pregnant woman who does not experience hypertension.
A)post-mature
B)low-birth-weight
C)high-birth-weight
D)term
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Chapter 17: Infants, children, and Adolescents
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)In the United States,healthy boys begin puberty between 14 and 16 years of age.
B)A healthy girl's skeletal growth is almost complete about 2 years after she begins menstruating.
C)By the time he reaches 16 years of age,a healthy boy's skeletal development is complete.
D)In the United States,most girls do not begin puberty until they are 14 years of age.
Q2) Which of the following statements is true?
A)A child's appetite typically increases as his or her growth rate slows.
B)Snacks have no place in a child's diet.
C)Because of the choking hazard,children should not be offered cut-up raw vegetables until they are at least 7 years of age.
D)It is not unusual for children to have food jags.
Q3) A major nutrition-related concern of adolescent females is ________ intake.
A)high calcium
B)low niacin
C)high protein
D)low iron
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Chapter 18: Nutrition for Older Adults
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Q1) ________ is the average length of time a person born in a specific year can expect to live.
A)Life expectancy
B)Life span
C)Longevity
D)Healthy life span expectancy
Q2) Jenna is a 73-year-old woman who complains to her doctor that her food does not have any taste.The physician told Jenna to add more spices in each dish she prepares. Based on your knowledge about the process of aging,________.
A)Jenna is experiencing a normal decline in her sense of taste
B)Jenna is showing symptoms of early pancreatic failure
C)Jenna should chew her food slowly and drink plain water with meals
D)Jenna is suffering from several vitamin and mineral deficiencies
Q3) Which of the following vitamins is often lacking in the diets of older adults,especially elderly women?
A)Niacin
B)Thiamin
C)Vitamin D
D)Pantothenic acid
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Chapter 19: Food and Water Safety
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Q1) The safety standards established for bottled water are more stringent than the safety standards established for tap water.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following statements is true?
A)In the United States,molds and protozoa are responsible for most cases of food-borne illness.
B)Sulfites are added to grain products during the enrichment process.
C)In the United States,most fruits,vegetables,mushrooms,and deli meats undergo irradiation to preserve them.
D)Pregnant women,very young children,and people who have weakened immune systems have high risk of food-borne illness.
Q3) ________ is a direct (intentional)food additive.
A)FD&C Red No.40
B)Rodent hair
C)Glass
D)Sand
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Chapter 20: Global Nutrition
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Q1) Which of the following countries had the highest under-5 mortality rate in 2015?
A)Mali
B)Ethiopia
C)Mexico
D)Japan
Q2) Which of the following factors does not typically contribute to undernutrition?
A)Physical inactivity
B)Lack of sanitary water supplies
C)War and political/civil unrest
D)Overpopulation
Q3) ________ are nonprofit organizations that act as distribution centers for surplus food.
A)Food banks
B)Meals on Wheels
C)Congregate meals
D)Soup kitchens
Q4) The U.S.government provides food assistance programs to any family regardless of their size or income.
A)True
B)False
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