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Human Nutrition explores the scientific principles of nutrition and its impact on human health, growth, and development. The course examines the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Students learn about the functions of these nutrients in the body, dietary requirements across the lifespan, the role of nutrition in the prevention and management of diseases, and the influence of cultural, economic, and environmental factors on food choices. The course also covers current topics in nutritional science, food labeling, and the development of healthy eating patterns.
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Human Nutrition Science for Healthy Living 1st Edition by Tammy Stephenson
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Nutrition
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Q1) 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
Answer: A
Q2) 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
Answer: D
Q3) 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
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)The EPA regulates the labeling of dietary supplement.
B)The FDA can recall a dietary supplements when there is evidence that it is harmful.
C)Medicinal herbs must undergo testing for safety and effectiveness by the FDA before they can be marketed.
D)Manufacturers of dietary supplements must inform the FTC about negative health reports that may have resulted from the use of their products.
Answer: B
Q2) A group of registered dietitians is planning to conduct a scientific study to investigate the effects of eating honey on school-age children's behavior.At first,the researchers will ______.
A)make observations
B)analyze the hypothesis
C)identify relationships between variables
D)gather data
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet
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Q1) Which of the following topics is one of the five overarching guidelines of the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
A)Eat more sodium-rich foods.
B)Use Nutrition Facts panels to make wise choices.
C)Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan
D)Avoid empty-calorie foods.
Answer: C
Q2) A nutrition scientist wants to develop a nutritionally complete formula diet for adults who are healthy but need to avoid solid food for awhile.Based on this information,she is likely to refer to _____ when developing the new formula.
A)MyPlate
B)Dietary Guidelines (2015-2020 version)
C)DRIs
D)Exchange lists
Answer: C
Q3) Use of 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) Goblet cells produce _____.
A)mucus
B)gastric juice
C)hydrochloric acid
D)digestive enzymes
Q2) Antonio has severe chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).To reduce his likelihood of developing heartburn,his physician recommended that he _____.
A)decrease his intake of fruits and vegetables
B)avoid overeating during meals
C)increase his intake of solid fats
D)take a multivitamin/multimineral pill before meals
Q3) A liquid has a pH that is higher than the pH of pure water,but lower than the pH of household ammonia.Based on this information,the liquid is _____.
A)lemon juice
B)black coffee
C)baking soda
D)milk
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber
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Q1) Which of the following substances is a complex carbohydrate?
A)Starch
B)Glucose
C)Carbon dioxide
D)High-fructose corn syrup
Q2) Insulin _______.
A)helps glucose enter cells
B)is released during fasting periods,such as between meals
C)increases blood glucose levels after meals
D)stimulates cells to break down glycogen for energy
Q3) Phil is a healthy college student.When he wakes up in the morning,he can't wait to eat breakfast.While he is asleep and before he consumes food or beverages,his pancreas secretes _____ to maintain his blood glucose level within normal limits.
A)glucagon
B)insulin
C)thyroxin
D)aldosterone
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Chapter 6: The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and
Sterols
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Q1) Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
A)Leaf lettuce
B)Flaxseeds
C)Fat-free milk
D)Apples
Q2) Choline is used by nerve cells to form the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Subcutaneous fat does not _____.
A)store energy
B)stimulate red blood cell production
C)protect against minor bruising
D)insulate the body against cold temperatures
Q4) The difference between one triglyceride and another resides in the type of fatty acids attached to each glycerol.
A)True
B)False
Q5) 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) Final digestion of proteins occurs in the absorptive cells of the large intestine.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following foods is NOT usually responsible for causing allergic responses?
A)Wheat and shellfish
B)Peanuts and other nuts
C)Fish and shellfish
D)Carrots and celery
Q3) Consuming too much protein or excess amino acids can contribute to
A)arthritis
B)coronary artery disease
C)dehydration
D)stroke
Q4) Secondary structure refers to the structure of protein comprised of two or more polypeptide chains arranged together in a unique manner.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Metabolism
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Q1) Sara has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC)of 0.18.At this BAC,you would expect her to be _____________.
A)disoriented
B)in a stupor
C)light-headed
D)in a coma
Q2) Starvation is a highly catabolic state characterized by gluconeogenesis,lipolysis,and ketogenesis.rev: 10_22_2015_QC_CS-30762
A)True
B)False
Q3) An alcohol detoxification rate is dependent on personal characteristics such as
____body size and composition ____age
____genetic background
____sex
Q4) Lipogenesis uses the same enzymes and metabolic pathways as beta-oxidation.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Vitamin D helps the body absorb _____________.
A)phosphorus and calcium
B)sodium and potassium
C)iron and copper
D)magnesium and iodine
Q2) Low blood levels of vitamin K are associated with increased risk of osteoporosis.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Vitamin _____ protects polyunsaturated fatty acids from being damaged by free radicals.
A)D
B)E
C)B-12
D)K
Q4) Which of the following foods are reliable dietary sources of vitamin D?
A)Processed luncheon meats
B)Fresh fruits
C)Enriched breads and cereals
D)Fortified dairy products
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Chapter 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin B-12?
A)Walnuts
B)Whole-wheat bread
C)Lean meats
D)Raw carrots
Q2) Which of the following foods contains the most niacin per serving?
A)Beef liver
B)Peanuts
C)White mushrooms
D)Turkey roast
Q3) _____ is added to refined grain products as part of the enrichment process.
A)Choline
B)Thiamin
C)Vitamin D
D)Vitamin B-6
Q4) Intrinsic factor is needed to absorb vitamin _____.
A)A
B)B-12
C)C
D)B-6
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Chapter 11: Water and Major Minerals
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Q1) Hyperphosphatemia contributes to the progression of cardiovascular disease due to the formation of calcium-phosphorus deposits in blood vessels.
A)True
B)False
Q2) According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,which of the following minerals is a nutrient of public health concern?
A)Potassium
B)Copper
C)Magnesium
D)Sodium
Q3) Sulfur is a component of which two amino acids?
A)Tryptophan and valine
B)Methionine and cysteine
C)Phenylalanine and aspartic acid
D)Leucine and glutamic acid
Q4) 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) Wilson's disease is characterized by the _____.
A)accumulation of toxic amounts of copper in the liver,brain,kidneys,and eyes
B)excessive release of calcium from bone tissue
C)liver's inability to store zinc and manganese
D)abnormal accumulation of glucose in muscle cells
Q2) Which of the following foods is low in fluoride?
A)Brewed black tea
B)White grape juice
C)Brewed coffee
D)Light beer
Q3) In persons with diabetes,chromium supplementation may improve blood triglyceride and HDL levels.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following minerals enhances insulin action?
A)Selenium
B)Chromium
C)Fluoride
D)Aluminum
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Chapter 13: Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management
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Q1) Heart rate monitors can be used to estimate TEE because a linear relationship exists between heart rate and oxygen consumption.
A)True
B)False
Q2) A weight-loss program includes recommendations that are likely to be unsafe and not result in long-term weight loss and maintenance.Which of the following recommendations is a component of this particular weight-loss program?
A)The person keeps a daily food intake record to identify "problem foods."
B)The person only eats foods that begin with the letters R,K,and M.
C)The person measures his or her waistline weekly.
D)The person finds ways to incorporate more physical activity into his or her daily routine.
Q3) Compared to other people,a person who has a "thrifty metabolism" _________.
A)burns three times more fat
B)gains weight more easily
C)loses excess food energy in the form of body heat
D)metabolizes more glucose than fatty acids for energy
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Q1) During a dental examination,the dentist notices that the enamel on the back sides of Andrew's teeth has eroded,and the some of the teeth are decaying.Based on this information,the dentist suspects that Andrew _____.
A)eats foods that contain too much dietary fiber
B)frequently makes himself vomit after eating
C)is not brushing his teeth regularly
D)has a vitamin D deficiency disorder
Q2) After bingeing on cakes and cookies,Bonnie practices self-induced vomiting to avoid gaining weight.Based on this information,you would expect to notice _____ as a sign of her purging behavior.
A)sores on her knuckles
B)cuts on her forehead
C)scar tissue in her kidneys
D)bruises on her cheeks
Q3) People with BED often suffer from psychological illnesses such as depression.
A)True
B)False
Q4) People with bulimia nervosa are more likely to have which of the following? (Check all that apply. )
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Chapter 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
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Q1) By performing exercise regularly,people can reduce their risk of _________.
A)hemochromatosis
B)thalassemia minor
C)cardiovascular disease
D)pernicious anemia
Q2) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Consuming excess sports drinks or water during exercise can contribute to water intoxication.
B)Dietitians generally recommend iron supplements to prevent dehydration.
C)Alcohol enables the body to retain water and prevent dehyration.
D)Compared to nonathletes,endurance athletes can tolerate dehydration without suffering ill effects.
Q3) Holly is a healthy woman who is 22 years of age.Using this information,calculate her target heart rate zone for moderate-intensity physical activity.
A)129 to 159 bpm
B)99 to 139 bpm
C)59 to 79 bpm
D)139 to 168 bpm
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Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Lactation
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Q1) Compared to infant formulas,human milk is a rich source of _____.
A)vitamin D
B)iron
C)cholesterol
D)fluoride
Q2) Which of the following substances is in breast milk but not in infant formulas?
A)Iron
B)Antibodies
C)Lipids
D)Lactose
Q3) Lucinda is a healthy,physically active young woman whose energy requirement is 2750 kcal/day.Based on this information,what would be her daily energy requirement during her first trimester of pregnancy?
A)2750 kcal
B)2500 kcal
C)2250 kcal
D)2000 kcal
Q4) The placenta prevents arsenic from entering the embryo/fetus.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 17: Infants, Children, and Adolescents
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Q1) From ages 1 to 2 years,a healthy child gains about 12 pounds.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Infants younger than 6 months old with diarrhea should be given pear or apple juice because the sugars in these juices will reduce diarrhea,gas,and abdominal pain.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following reflexes causes an infant to turn its head and open its mouth as the baby's cheek is stroked?
A)Suck reflex
B)Rooting reflex
C)Extrusion reflex
D)Moro reflex
Q4) Compared to preschoolers,older children tend to eat ____________.
A)more foods away from home
B)fewer fried foods
C)smaller portions of sugar-sweetened beverages
D)smaller amounts of added sugars
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Chapter 18: Nutrition for Older Adults
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Q1) Margaret is 87 years of age.Compared to when she was 27 years of age,her _____ now.
A)bones are more dense
B)body requires less vitamin B-12
C)stomach secretes less intrinsic factor
D)cells require more energy
Q2) Which of the following statements is true?
A)In the United States,life expectancy is about 100 years.
B)The life span of a human being is 122 years.
C)There is little scientific evidence to support the notion that a person's genetic makeup contributes to his or her longevity.
D)The longest living (documented)person was a Russian man who lived for 114 years.
Q3) Elizabeth is 90 years of age.Compared to when she was 30 years of age,her _____ now.
A)stomach secretes more intrinsic factor
B)cells require more energy
C)skin is more elastic
D)arteries are less flexible
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Chapter 19: Food and Water Safety
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Q1) Which of the following foods is likely to be a source of Salmonella?
A)Dry milk powder
B)Canned applesauce
C)Honey
D)Raw chicken
Q2) The following substances were detected in a can of food.Which of the substances is an intentional food additive?
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A)Insect eggs
B)Pesticide residues
C)High-fructose corn syrup
D)Mouse hairs
Q3) Some bottled water products originate from the same city water sources that supply tap water.
A)True
B)False
Q4) The EPA is responsible for regulating bottled water products.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 20: Global Nutrition
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Q1) Which of the following factors does not contribute to undernutrition?
A)Diseases
B)Genetic predisposition
C)War
D)Lack of sanitary conditions
Q2) Unlike sustainable agriculture,conventional agriculture requires a lot of pesticides and water,increases global warming,and has more damages and impact on the environment and ecosystems.
A)True
B)False
Q3) __________ is a farming method that does not deplete natural resources or harm the environment while meeting the demand for food.
A)Splicing
B)Biotechnology
C)Sustainable agriculture
D)Genetic modification
Q4) According to recent statistics,15% of Americans are food insecure.
A)True
B)False
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