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Human Nutrition
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Human Nutrition explores the fundamental principles of nutrition and its impact on health and well-being. The course covers the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients, the role of macronutrients and micronutrients, and the physiological and biochemical processes that sustain human life. Topics include dietary guidelines, nutritional requirements across the lifespan, food sources of essential nutrients, and the relationship between diet, disease prevention, and overall health. Students will also evaluate current nutritional issues, trends, and controversies, while developing skills for making informed dietary choices and promoting healthy eating practices.
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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 macronutrient?
A)Protein
B)Vitamin C
C)Calcium
D)Sodium
Answer: A
Q2) 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
Q3) Per serving,which of the following foods is the most energy-dense?
A)½ cup fresh strawberries
B)4-ounce chocolate doughnut
C)8 ounces fat-free milk
D)3 ounces baked chicken
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) An online magazine article about weight-loss diets includes false information about the process of digestion that uses scientific-sounding terms to make it seem factual.The faulty information is an example of A)mislabeling.
B)bias.
C)pseudoscience.
D)hypothesizing.
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following are common signs or symptoms of pellagra?
A)Mental confusion and scaly skin sores
B)Blurred vision and dry eyes
C)Constipation and mild fever
D)Nasal congestion and trouble breathing
Answer: A
Q3) Which of the following sources of information features peer-reviewed articles?
A)Ladies Home Journal
B)National Geographic Magazine
C)Journal of the American Medical Association
D)Men's Health Journal
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet
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Q1) Derek wants to eat enough salad greens in one meal to equal 1 cup of vegetables.How much of the greens should he eat?
A)½ cup
B)1 cup
C)2 cups
D)1½ cups
Answer: C
Q2) According to the Latin American,Mediterranean,and Asian Diet Pyramids,people should eat small amounts of
A)animal foods.
B)fruits.
C)vegetables.
D)unrefined grains.
Answer: A
Q3) A diet that supplies adequate amounts of nutrients prevents A)nutrient-deficiency disorders.
B)storage of minerals in bone.
C)storage of fat-soluble vitamins in body fat.
D)saturation of cells with nutrients.
Answer: A
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Chapter 4: Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport
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Q1) Yolanda is eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch. She has taken a bite of the sandwich and begun chewing the sticky sandwich. Once the bite of sandwich has been chewed,moistened,and mixed with saliva,it is called
A)a bolus.
B)chyme.
C)a pharynx.
D)peristalsis.
Q2) Peristalsis is an involuntary response.
A)True
B)False
Q3) A primary function of the digestive system is the
A)production of red blood cells.
B)transmission of nervous impulses.
C)destruction of toxic metabolic by-products.
D)breakdown of food into nutrients.
Q4) Which of the following compounds is not secreted by the human stomach?
A)Bile
B)Intrinsic factor
C)Mucus
D)Gastric juice
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber
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Q1) Which of the following physical characteristics or health conditions is a sign of metabolic syndrome?
A)Waist circumference that is 32 inches
B)Body temperature that is over 101°F
C)Fasting blood glucose levels that are consistently between 75 and 99 mg/dl
D)Fasting blood triglyceride levels that are consistently more than 150 mg/dl
Q2) 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
Q3) Macey would like to sweeten her tea with a nonnutritive sweetener that provides no calories per teaspoon.Which of the following sweeteners should she use?
A)Table sugar
B)Granulated cane juice
C)Mannitol
D)Sucralose
Q4) Plants make glucose from carbon dioxide and water.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 6: Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols
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Q1) Paul just had a cholecystectomy. Which of the following dietary modifications should he consider?
A)Reduce his lipid intake
B)Increase his salt consumption
C)Maintain a high-fat diet
D)Increase his carbohydrate intake
Q2) The liver uses cholesterol to make ________.
A)vitamin A
B)bile
C)water
D)fatty acids
Q3) Chase is a 22-year-old college student.According to recommendations of the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR),fat should comprise ________% of his total energy intake each day.
A)5 to 10
B)10 to 20
C)20 to 35
D)35 to 45
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Chapter 7: Proteins: Amino Acids
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Q1) Final digestion of proteins occurs in the absorptive cells of the large intestine.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Personalized nutrition involves making dietary choices based on your genetic makeup.
A)True
B)False
Q3) High intakes of vitamin A during pregnancy can cause birth defects.This is an example of __________.
A)nutrigenomics
B)nutrigenetics
C)nutrifanatics
D)nutripronomics
Q4) Which of the following is considered an essential amino acid?
A)Methionine
B)Alanine
C)Cysteine
D)Serine
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Chapter 8: Metabolism
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Q1) The ability to metabolize alcohol is dependent on the activity of the aldehyde dehydrogenase.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following compounds can human cells metabolize for energy? Check all that apply.
A)Lipids
B)Alcohol
C)Water
D)Proteins
Q3) Which of the following chemical pathways of glucose catabolism produces the highest amount of ATP molecules?
A)Electron chain transport
B)Glycolysis
C)Citric acid cycle
D)Fermentation
Q4) Human cells can convert acetyl CoA into pyruvate.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Water-soluble forms of vitamin E are often recommended for cystic fibrosis patients.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Kesha is lactose intolerant and avoids all dairy foods. She also doesn't like the taste of rice,soy,or almond milk so consumes very little calcium in her diet. As a result of her low calcium intake,________ will be secreted in response to low blood calcium levels.
A)parathyroid hormone
B)calcitonin
C)calcitriol
D)insulin
Q3) Which of the following cooking methods can result in major losses of water-soluble vitamins?
A)Stir-frying in a small amount of oil
B)Boiling in a saucepan of water
C)Steaming in a vegetable steamer
D)Microwaving in little or no water
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Chapter 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) The human body can absorb some ________ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.
A)vitamin C
B)riboflavin
C)biotin
D)beta-carotene
Q2) Which of the following foods contains the most niacin per serving?
A)Beef liver
B)Peanuts
C)White mushrooms
D)Turkey roast
Q3) Which of the following practices is associated with an increased risk of cancer?
A)Consuming a diet high in fiber
B)Consuming a diet high in processed meats
C)Being physically active
D)Consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables
Q4) Deficiencies of pantothenic acid are very rare among Americans.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Water and Major Minerals
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Q1) Copper and magnesium are cofactors that certain enzymes need to function.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Maintenance of normal intracellular fluid volume depends largely on the intracellular concentration of ________ ions.
A)hydride and iodide
B)potassium and phosphate
C)oxide and nitride
D)sulfide and bromide
Q3) Which of the following foods is not a good source of calcium?
A)Fat-free yogurt
B)Fried chicken
C)Canned sardines
D)Raw kale
Q4) A chloride deficiency may result in hypertension.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Hyperkalemia can cause a person's heart to stop beating.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 12: Trace Minerals
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Q1) Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following are functions of cuproenzymes?
A)All of the choices are correct.
B)Antioxidant activity
C)Collagen formation
D)Iron storage and transportation
E)Formation of myelin
Q3) The body absorbs and uses ________ for synthesizing thyroid hormone.
A)iodide
B)iodine
C)iodine salts
D)potassium iodate
Q4) Which of the following minerals enhances the action of insulin?
A)Aluminum
B)Fluoride
C)Selenium
D)Chromium
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Chapter 13: Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management
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Q1) Chester's BMI is 35.3.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 2800 kcal/day.He would like to lose 10 pounds in one year by reducing his daily caloric intake.Based on this information,Chester should consume approximately ________ kcal/day.
A)1100
B)2600
C)1800
D)2000
Q2) The ________ is often used to predict basal calorie needs in persons who have excess body fat.
A)Mifflin-St.Jeor equation
B)Harris-Benedict equation
C)Obese RMR equation
D)Adiposity Impact equation
Q3) Which of the following statements about normal weight obesity is false?
A)Condition associated with high muscularity and high BMI
B)Has been associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease
C)Is most common in those who are physically inactive
D)Characterized by high body fat
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Q1) Andrea,a 22-year-old college student,has been rushed to the hospital after collapsing at the gym.After performing some clinical tests,the doctor determines Andrea's BMI is 16.8;she is dehydrated;and she has very low bone mineral density.Based on this information, Andrea probably has ________.
A)anorexia nervosa
B)muscle dysmorphia
C)binge-eating disorder
D)menarche
Q2) Sam works out at the gym lifting weights two to three hours daily. Despite his intense workout routine,Sam feels his body is still too small and not muscular enough. Based on this information,Sam may have ________.
A)muscle dysmorphia
B)orthorexia
C)diabulimia
D)bulimia nervosa
Q3) People with binge-eating disorder often suffer from psychological illnesses such as depression.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
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Q1) 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
Q2) 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
Q3) Carbohydrate loading helps delay fatigue in athletes participating in events lasting 30 to 60 minutes.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Plasma free fatty acids are derived from triglycerides in adipose cells.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Lactation
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Q1) Belle is pregnant with her first baby.During a routine prenatal visit with her doctor,Belle was told she has developed a condition that is associated with pregnancy.This condition increases the risk that she will give birth to a baby that weighs more than 8.8 pounds.Based on this information,Belle has ________.
A)chronic eclampsia
B)gestational diabetes
C)cystic fibrosis
D)pernicious anemia
Q2) The preconception period is ________.
A)the ability to conceive
B)the time before pregnancy
C)the point at which the ovum is fertilized by the sperm
D)the time before birth
Q3) Pregnant women are advised to drink ________.
A)no more than 1.5 cups of coffee per day
B)no more than 3 cups of coffee per day
C)no coffee
D)no more than 2 cups of coffee per day
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Chapter 17: Infants, children, and Adolescents
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Q1) Which of the following factors has a negative effect on a school-age child's diet?
A)Parents serving fresh fruit with meals and snacks
B)Eating meals at home
C)Caregivers setting limits on consumption of chips and soft drinks
D)Viewing television advertisements for sugar-sweetened soft drinks
Q2) Mario is a 7-year-old boy whose BMI-for-age is in the 75th percentile.According to this information,Mario's weight is ________.
A)healthy for his age
B)in the obese range
C)too low for his age
D)in the overweight category
Q3) Which of the following is NOT a physiological milestone that indicates an infant is ready to eat solid foods?
A)Emergence of the first primary tooth
B)Ability to sleep through the night
C)Ability to sit with some back support
D)Loss of extrusion reflex
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Chapter 18: Nutrition for Older Adults
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Q1) As a person ages their risk of ________ increases. This condition results in loss of muscle function,shaking,stiffness,and poor balance.
A)Parkinson's disease
B)Alzheimer's disease
C)diabetic retinopathy
D)gout
Q2) Zinc deficiency is one of the most common causes of taste disorders among older adults.
A)True
B)False
Q3) ________ 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
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Chapter 19: Food and Water Safety
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Q1) The EPA is responsible for regulating bottled water products.
A)True
B)False
Q2) According to the Food Additives Amendment of 1958,________.
A)manufacturers of new food additives did not need to test the compounds for safety before they could be used in food
B)an additive that was in use and deemed safe prior to 1958 was placed on the GRAS list
C)substances on the GRAS list were classified as food additives
D)the Delaney Clause was unconstitutional
Q3) Local health department staff are responsible for inspecting beef and poultry for disease before and after slaughter.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Consuming unpasteurized dairy and fruit juice beverages will increase your risk of food-borne illness.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 20: Global Nutrition
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Q1) Lilian is a single mother to two young children. She works full-time at a department store while her children are cared for by their grandparents. Money is a constant worry. However,while Lilian worries every month about having money to purchase enough food,so far she and her children have not had to change their food intake significantly. Lilian is experiencing ________.
A)marginal food security
B)high food security
C)low food security
D)very low food security
Q2) In which of the following regions of the world are rates of undernutrition (as a percent of the population)the highest?
A)North Africa
B)Eastern Europe
C)Caribbean
D)Southern Asia
Q3) According to recent statistics (2015),13% of Americans are food insecure.
A)True
B)False
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