Fundamentals of Human Nutrition Exam Bank
Course Introduction
Fundamentals of Human Nutrition explores the basic principles of nutrition and how they relate to human health and disease prevention. The course covers essential nutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, and examines their digestion, absorption, metabolism, and physiological functions in the body. Students will learn about dietary guidelines, food sources, nutritional needs at different life stages, and common issues related to undernutrition and overnutrition. Emphasis is placed on interpreting nutrition information and applying scientific evidence to make informed dietary choices for optimal well-being.
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Nutrition Essentials A Personal Approach 1st Edition by Wendy J Schiff
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Chapter 1: Food Is More Than Something to Eat
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Q1) A serving of food contains 20 g carbohydrate,6 g protein,10 g fat,5 mg vitamin C,and 3 ounces of water.Based on this information,a serving of this food supplies
A)87 kcal.
B)194 kcal.
C)107 kcal.
D)217 kcal.
Answer: B
Q2) Metabolism is
A)a form of energy.
B)the total of all chemical changes that occur in cells.
C)a way of living.
D)the rate at which cells produce energy.
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following menu items is referred to as an "empty-calorie" food?
A)sugar-sweetened soft drinks
B)100% fruit juices
C)fat-free dairy products
D)whole-grain breads
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)The Internet is generally a reliable source of nutrition information,because information posted at web sites has been peer-reviewed.
B)Web sites with .edu in their addresses are likely to provide reliable nutrition information.
C)U.S.laws require promoters of nutrition-related products to publish information in magazine articles and books that's honest or not misleading.
D)In general,personal web sites,such as blogs,are reliable sources of nutrition information.
Answer: B
Q2) In the United States,which agency investigates complaints about false or misleading health-related claims that appear in food advertisements?
A)Organization for Honesty in Advertising
B)Environmental Protection Agency
C)Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
D)Federal Trade Commission
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Making More Nutritious Choices
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)The FDA has established Daily Values for nonnutrient dietary supplements.
B)The FDA does not permit dietary supplement manufacturers to display structure/function claims on package labels.
C)The FDA must review every health-related claim before a dietary supplement manufacturer can display the claim on a label.
D)The FDA does not permit dietary supplement manufacturers to market their products as cures for diseases.
Answer: D
Q2) Food guides classify _____ with oils.
A)American cheese
B)hard-cooked eggs
C)mayonnaise
D)ice cream
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: How Food Becomes You
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Q1) The primary function of the respiratory system is the A)production of red blood cells.
B)transmission of nervous impulses.
C)destruction of toxic metabolic by-products.
D)exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Q2) Which of the following substances is secreted by the human stomach?
A)bile
B)gastric juice
C)chyme
D)sulfuric acid
Q3) Chewing food is an example of A)anabolic metabolism.
B)active absorption.
C)mechanical digestion.
D)probiotic activity.
Q4) Which of the following cellular activities is an example of catabolism?
A)skin cells using protein to replace burned skin tissue
B)brain cells forming chemicals that transmit information between the cells
C)white blood cells making proteins that protect against harmful viruses
D)muscle cells breaking down glucose to release heat
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Sucralose provides 4 kcal/gram.
B)Infants should not be fed honey because it may contain botulism spores.
C)A person who has phenylketonuria (PKU)should avoid products that contain saccharin.
D)Most "artificial" sweeteners have been banned by the FDA because of safety concerns.
Q2) Mark has type 2 diabetes.After testing Mark's blood,his physician told him that his blood glucose level was OK,but he needs to do a better job of controlling his blood glucose level.Why would the physician make such a recommendation to Mark?
A)Mark is losing weight rapidly.
B)Mark's blood pressure is too low.
C)Mark's HbA1c is 8.5.
D)Mark's fasting HDL cholesterol level is high.
Q3) Which of the following foods is a rich source of starch?
A)seedless grapes
B)chicken livers
C)sweet potatoes
D)egg yolks
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Chapter 6: Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol
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Q1) A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons bonded together.All of the carbon atoms in the chain are connected by single bonds.Based on this information,the compound is a (an)_____ fatty acid.
A)polyunsaturated
B)monounsaturated
C)saturated
D)essential
Q2) April wants to add _____ to her salad,because the food is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fats.
A)walnuts
B)orange slices
C)cheddar cheese
D)whole-grain bread cubes
Q3) In the body,lipids
A)are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber.
B)stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals.
C)provide energy.
D)speed up chemical reactions.
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Chapter 7: Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks
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Q1) You would like to bake a special birthday cake for a friend who has celiac disease.The original cake recipe is made with eggs,flour,milk,sugar,vanilla,and butter.To make a cake that is safe for your friend to consume,you plan to substitute _____ for the ____ in the recipe.
A)water; milk
B)cornmeal; flour
C)margarine; butter
D)aspartame; sugar
Q2) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Many hormones,including insulin,are proteins.
B)Proteins are the primary sources of energy for cells.
C)Your body uses proteins to hydrogenate glucose in cell membranes.
D)Portions of protein molecules bind to excess nitrogen in blood.
Q3) Which of the following foods is the best source of essential amino acids?
A)fresh peach
B)sunflower seeds
C)grape juice
D)oat flakes
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Chapter 8: Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask
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Q1) Libby wants to have a birthday party for her 5-year old daughter and several of the child's friends.She plans to serve cake,ice cream,and milk to the children in the backyard on a warm sunny afternoon.To conserve vitamins in the milk,Libby should A)add a teaspoon of baking soda and chocolate syrup to it.
B)pour the milk into a clear glass container and place it on the picnic table.
C)heat the milk to the boiling point,and let it cool before serving it.
D)keep the milk in the refrigerator until it's time to serve it.
Q2) An early symptom of vitamin A deficiency is
A)night blindness.
B)headaches.
C)hair loss.
D)swollen tongue.
Q3) When consumed with certain plant foods,vitamin C enhances the absorption of A)iron.
B)calcium.
C)niacin.
D)riboflavin.
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Chapter 9: Key Minerals,Water,and the Nonnutrient Alcohol
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Q1) Maris has a metabolic condition that upsets her body's hydration status.Her cells have difficulty removing excess ions from intracellular fluid.As a result of this condition,
A)extracellular fluid moves into her cells,causing them to swell.
B)excess calcium and magnesium ions enter her bloodstream.
C)her cells die from a lack of intracellular fluid.
D)she develops type 1 diabetes.
Q2) Which of the following substances is a diuretic?
A)iron
B)alcohol
C)salt
D)calcium
Q3) Marta is a pregnant woman suffering from severe iodine deficiency.As a result of the deficiency,she has a high risk of giving birth to a child with A)type 2 diabetes.
B)phenylketonuria.
C)cretinism.
D)ariboflavinosis.
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Chapter 10: Nutrition for a Healthy Weight and Fit Body
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Q1) In their efforts to avoid regaining the weight they have lost,members of the National Weight Control Registry tend to
A)eat breakfast regularly.
B)exercise for at least 30 minutes daily.
C)weigh themselves only once a month.
D)eat a high-protein,low-carbohydrate diet.
Q2) Most people who suffer from anorexia nervosa
A)die,even after beginning treatment.
B)have positive self-esteem.
C)want to gain weight.
D)have shrunken breasts and buttocks.
Q3) People with BMIs of 25 or more have greater risks of _____ than people with BMIs in the healthy range.
A)osteomalacia
B)anemia
C)fluorosis
D)hypertension
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Meals on Wheels provides nutritious meals for pregnant,low-income women who are too sick to leave their homes.
B)The School Breakfast Program offers free or reduced-cost breakfasts to children,regardless of their family incomes.
C)The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps low-income Americans buy food.
D)The Commodity Supplemental Food program distributes high-fiber foods to low-income,middle-age adults who have American Indian ancestry.
Q2) Alexis weighs 6.5 pounds at birth.Assuming her development proceeds normally,she should weigh about _____ pounds by her first birthday.
A)13.0
B)19.5
C)26.0
D)32.5
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