Human Nutrition Exam Questions
Course Introduction
Human Nutrition explores the science of nutrients and their role in maintaining health, growth, and disease prevention throughout the human lifespan. This course examines the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, alongside the physiological and biochemical processes involved. Students will analyze dietary requirements, nutritional assessment, and the effects of food choices on health. The course also investigates nutrition-related disorders and current topics in public health nutrition, equipping students with the foundational knowledge necessary for advanced study or careers in health, wellness, and dietetics.
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Nutrition For Healthy Living 4th Edition by Wendy Schiff
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Chapter 1: The Basics of Nutrition
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Q1) Which of the following lifestyle choices is the primary cause of most preventable cancer deaths in the United States?
A)Exercising infrequently
B)Consuming alcohol
C)Eating fatty food
D)Smoking cigarettes
Answer: D
Q2) Which of the following behaviors is a known risk factor for heart disease?
A)Smoking cigarettes
B)Being physically active
C)Consuming excess vitamin c
D)Eating a high-fiber diet
Answer: A
Q3) Elisa weighs 62 kg,which is approximately _____ pounds.
A)136
B)152
C)176
D)202
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) A group of researchers wants to determine whether certain dietary factors are associated with the risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).The scientists follow a group of 500 healthy newborn babies for 10 years and collect health information as well as dietary practices for each child.At the end of the study period,the scientists analyze the data for correlations between the children's dietary practices and their likelihood of being diagnosed with ADHD.This is an example of a _____ study.
A)prospective
B)factorial
C)retrospective
D)hypothetical
Answer: A
Q2) Scientists who investigate lifestyle factors that influence the prevalence of obesity among different population groups are conducting a(n)____ study.
A)epidemiological
B)technological
C)in-vitro
D)pathological
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: Planning Nutritious Diets
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Q1) Phil wants to eat more foods that are sources of healthy fats.Based on this information,which of the following foods would you recommend?
A)Ground beef
B)Whole milk
C)Sunflower seeds
D)Sodium-reduced bacon
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following statements is a health claim that FDA allows on a food package?
A)"Drinking whole milk adds calcium and vitamin D to your diet.These nutrients are essential for strengthening bones."
B)"Vitamin C reduces the risk of the common cold by 50%."
C)"Healthful diets with adequate folate may reduce a woman's risk of having a child with a brain or spinal cord defect."
D)"Foods that contain dietary fiber,vitamin A or vitamin C may reduce the risk of cancer.Although a serving of our creamed broccoli has 7 grams of fat,it is an excellent source of fiber and vitamins A and Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Body Basics
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)After an enzyme catalyzes a chemical reaction,it can no longer function.
B)Most enzymes have names that end with -ase.
C)Enzymes can function as electrolytes.
D)Enzymes can function under a wide range of environmental conditions,such as pH and temperature.
Q2) An _____ is a body structure composed of tissues that have related functions.
A)anion
B)electrolyte
C)organ
D)organelle
Q3) Jared often eats a large dinner about an hour before he lies down to sleep.Based on this information,he is likely to develop
A)colon cancer.
B)gastroesophageal reflux disease.
C)Crohn's disease.
D)chronic constipation.
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates
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Q1) Pearson's mother and father have type 2 diabetes.To reduce his risk of this disease,Pearson should
A)reduce his sodium intake to 1500 mg/day.
B)increase his animal protein intake to 120 g/day.
C)avoid gaining excess weight.
D)consume a low-fiber diet.
Q2) Which of the following foods is a rich source of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS)?
A)White bread
B)Luncheon meats
C)Fresh strawberries
D)Regular soft drink
Q3) _____ is the disaccharide comprised of one glucose and one galactose molecule.
A)Maltose
B)Lactose
C)Sucrose
D)Hexose
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Chapter 6: Fats and Other Lipids
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Q1) _____ acid is an omega-3 fatty acid.
A)Lauric
B)Eicosapentaenoic
C)Linoleic
D)Stearic
Q2) A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons.Most of the carbon atoms in the fatty acid chain are connected by single bonds,except there is a double bond between the number 3 and 4 carbons as well as the number 9 and 10 carbons.The only other elements in the compound are hydrogen and oxygen.Based on this information,the compound is a _____ fatty acid.
A)hydroxytransylated
B)saturated
C)monounsaturated
D)polyunsaturated
Q3) Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?
A)Green beans
B)Whole milk
C)Roast beef
D)Soybean oil
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Chapter 7: Proteins
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Q1) Which of the following foods is naturally a good source of high-quality protein?
A)Tuna fish
B)Corn oil margarine
C)Leaf lettuce
D)Red grapes
Q2) Although Jerome and Joseph are the same age,weight and height; Jerome requires more vitamin C than Joseph.This is an example of A)nutrigenetics.
B)nutrifanatics.
C)nutripronomics.
D)nutrigenomics.
Q3) During digestion,which of the following substances denatures the proteins in food?
A)Amylase
B)Stomach acid
C)Mucus
D)Intrinsic factor
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Chapter 8: Vitamins
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Q1) Jameela is an Iranian woman living in poverty.She is not seen in public places without being covered almost completely in heavy veils.Her usual diet is comprised of legumes,small amounts of yogurt,whole-grain breads and rice,fruits,and a few vegetables.Based on this information,Jameela is most at risk of A)osteomalacia.
B)scurvy.
C)beriberi.
D)pellagra.
Q2) Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced severe facial flushing and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?
A)Vitamin C
B)Riboflavin
C)B-12
D)Niacin
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Chapter 9: Water and Minerals
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Q1) Which of the following practices would help a total vegetarian increase his or her iron intake from plant foods?
A)Drinking more milk and avoiding in-between-meal snacks
B)Adding cheese to salads and sandwiches
C)Cooking vegetables in a cast iron skillet with tomatoes or lemon juice
D)Taking zinc,calcium,and selenium supplements daily
Q2) A scientist is creating a formula diet that supplies all essential nutrients.One of the minerals in her formula has a Recommended Dietary Allowance of 85 mg/day.How should she classify this particular mineral?
A)Major mineral
B)Trace mineral
C)Nonessential mineral
D)Possible essential mineral
Q3) Which of the following compounds is a hormone that helps the body maintain fluid balance?
A)Insulin
B)Pepsin
C)Glucagon
D)Aldosterone
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Chapter 10: Energy Balance and Weight Control
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Q1) Carey skips breakfast and eats only organic foods.Before exams,she avoids eating anything that is "alive" or "had a face" while it was alive.Her BMI is 21.6 and she seems to be healthy.Based on this information,Carey is at risk of developing A)muscle dysmorphia.
B)the female athlete triad.
C)diabulimia.
D)an eating disorder.
Q2) Darlene is a 5'2'',23-year-old woman who weighs almost 250 pounds.To lose weight,she's tried calorie-restricted diets,fad diets,exercise programs,and appetite-suppressing pills without success.She would like to try a surgical weight loss method that reduces the size of her stomach without the use of staples and is reversible.Her physician is likely to recommend
A)gastric bypass procedure.
B)gastric resection.
C)adjustable gastric banding.
D)sleeve gastrectomy.
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Chapter 11: Nutrition for Physically-Active Lifestyles
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Q1) Porter is a resistance athlete who weighs 100 kg.According to the joint recommendations of an expert group that included the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,he should consume at least _____ g of protein daily.
A)150
B)140
C)120
D)130
Q2) Jordan is a competitive athlete who weighs 220 lb.He would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain his weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,he should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.
A)1320 to 2200
B)480 to 820
C)600 to 1000
D)320 to 570
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Chapter 12: Food Safety Concerns
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Q1) Which of the following foods is not a likely source of food-borne pathogens?
A)Raw ground turkey
B)Potato salad
C)Commercially-canned peaches
D)Deli-sliced chicken
Q2) Irina is an American who is traveling through Northern Africa.Today,she's staying with friends in a house that is 20 miles south of Cairo,Egypt.To avoid traveler's diarrhea,Irina should
A)wash fruits and vegetables in fresh water before eating them.
B)drink only water that has been boiled or is in a sealed bottle.
C)not be concerned because Egypt is a low-risk country.
D)purchase only fresh fruits and vegetables from street vendors.
Q3) Which of the following U.S.government agencies regulates toxic substances and wastes to prevent their entry into foods?
A)Food Safety and Inspection Service
B)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
C)Agricultural Research Service
D)Environmental Protection Agency
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Chapter 13: Nutrition for a Lifetime
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Q1) Belva is 83 years of age.Her _____ is likely to have a negative influence her nutritional status.
A)ethnic background
B)daily exercise regimen
C)full set of natural teeth
D)social isolation
Q2) _____ is the gradual process of shifting a baby from breastfeeding or bottle feeding to drinking from a cup and eating solid foods.
A)Sparing
B)Cupping
C)Transitioning
D)Weaning
Q3) Pregnant women generally need to take a supplement that contains A)folic acid.
B)oxytocin.
C)protein.
D)conjugated fatty acids.
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