Nutrition and Health Test Questions
Course Introduction
This course explores the fundamental principles of human nutrition and its impact on health and well-being. Students will learn about the structure and function of essential nutrients, their roles in metabolism, and how dietary choices influence the prevention and management of chronic diseases. The course also covers current dietary guidelines, food labeling, and the relationship between nutrition and lifestyle factors such as physical activity. Emphasis is placed on developing practical skills to evaluate nutritional information and make informed decisions that promote optimal health throughout different life stages.
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Nutrition Concepts and Controversies 14th Edition by Frances Sizer
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Chapter 1: Food Choices and Human Health
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Q1) When a hospital client has to be fed through a vein,the duration should be as short as possible and real food should be reintroduced as early as possible.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q2) The abundance of types of foods available today has made it:
A)more difficult to plan a nutritious diet.
B)much easier to select nutritious foods for a diet.
C)healthier to combine nutraceuticals for disease prevention.
D)easier to balance a deficient diet with functional foods.
E)unnecessary to consume dietary supplements.
Answer: A
Q3) The human genome is 99.9% the same in all people.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q4) Physical activity is not linked to nutrition as a factor supporting health.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 2: Nutrition Tools Standards and Guidelines
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Q1) Recent research on the health benefits of flavonoids found in dark chocolate has shown all of the following except:
A)a flavonoid antioxidant accumulates in the blood of individuals who eat chocolate.
B)chocolate intake correlates with a lower risk of diabetes and heart disease.
C)dark chocolate consumption promotes weight loss.
D)evidence that chocolate improves mood is lacking.
E)in a study of about 1,000 people,greater chocolate intakes were associated with more depressive symptoms.
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following is the best and safest source of phytochemicals?
A)whole foods
B)supplements
C)herbal remedies
D)organic foods
E)genetically modified organisms
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: The Remarkable Body
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Q1) The major function of the kidneys is to:
A)dilute wastes in water so they can recirculate in the body.
B)capture nutrients and return them to the blood.
C)excrete wastes from the body in urine.
D)remove fluid from the bladder.
E)absorb excess nutrients from the blood.
Answer: C
Q2) Some nutrients are stored in the body in much smaller quantities than others are.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q3) Body fluids supply the tissues continuously with energy,oxygen,and nutrients,including water.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 4: The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch Glycogen and Fiber
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Q1) Carbohydrates form the first link in the food chain that supports all life on earth.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Why might a very high-fiber diet be harmful for malnourished people,the elderly,and young vegan children?
A)Low fluid intakes among these groups increase risk of intestinal blockage.
B)High iron and zinc intakes among these groups lead to chelation interactions.
C)The small amounts of food consumed among these groups can result in inadequate energy or nutrient intakes.
D)Risk of hypoglycemia is higher among these groups
E)Risk of heart disease is higher among these group.
Q3) Which of the following would be a good calcium source that would not cause symptoms in an adult with lactose intolerance?
A)calcium-fortified soy milk
B)cottage cheese
C)whole milk
D)yogurt with added milk solids
E)processed cheese
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Chapter 5: The Lipids Fats Oils Phospholipids and Sterols
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Q1) Which statement about trans fatty acids is true?
A)They are made by the body.
B)Their amounts are never listed on food labels.
C)They arise when polyunsaturated oils are hydrogenated.
D)They occur naturally in foods to a large extent.
E)They have a beneficial effect on cholesterol transport throughout the body.
Q2) To protect yourself from consuming too much _____,you would limit your consumption of swordfish,king mackerel,and shark.
A)lead
B)arsenic
C)iodine
D)mercury
E)iron
Q3) The best food source of omega-6 fatty acids is fish and seafood.
A)True
B)False
Q4) High blood LDL concentrations warn of an increased risk of heart attack.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Describe the functions of fats in the body.
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Chapter 6: The Proteins and Amino Acids
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Q1) Describe the relationship between vegetarian diets and risks of colon cancer.
Q2) Pre-digested proteins are easy to digest and can relieve the digestive system from overworking.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Antibodies are large proteins in the blood that are effective in helping to destroy invading foreign particles.
A)True
B)False
Q4) When a person ingests a large dose of any single amino acid,absorption of others of its type may be limited.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Certain proteins act as buffers in the blood.In this role they are responsible for:
A)providing immunity from foreign substances that invade the body.
B)making sure that sodium is transported outside the cells.
C)ensuring that too much fluid in the cells doesn't cause edema.
D)picking up and releasing hydrogens in the blood to balance its pH.
E)ensuring that blood glucose is maintained within a specific range.
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Chapter 7: The Vitamins
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Q1) What is one symptom of a beta-carotene toxicity?
A)xerophthalmia
B)night blindness
C)bright yellow skin
D)hardening of the macula in the eye
E)rough,dry skin
Q2) Differentiate between retinol and beta-carotene and explain what retinol activity equivalents are.
Q3) Healthy people can eat vitamin A-rich foods in large amounts without risking toxicity,with the possible exception of what food?
A)carrots
B)liver
C)cheese
D)fortified breakfast cereals
E)eggs
Q4) Infants are born with adequate vitamin K in their intestinal tracts.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Compare the characteristics of the water-soluble vitamins and the fat-soluble vitamins.
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Chapter 8: Water and Minerals
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Q1) Jennifer says she drinks bottled water because it is safer than tap water.You tell her that bottled water:
A)has been withdrawn from an underwater spring and is naturally pure.
B)has been filtered by the manufacturer to remove contaminants.
C)all tastes exactly the same as tap water.
D)may be treated tap water.
E)is a sound environmental decision.
Q2) Your best friend complains that she is tired all of the time and has a problem concentrating.In addition,she likes to chew ice.Which of the following is your friend likely to have?
A)potassium deficiency
B)zinc deficiency
C)magnesium deficiency
D)iron deficiency
E)sodium deficiency
Q3) Describe what is known about the relationship between protein intakes (both low and high)and bone health.
Q4) Low salt intakes have been linked with lower rates of stomach cancer.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Energy Balance and Healthy Body Weight
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Q1) What is NOT recommended for physical activity in order to maintain a healthy body weight?
A)episodes of physical activity that are at least 10 minutes in duration count toward exercise goals.
B)only aerobic physical activities are beneficial for weight loss.
C)more than 250 minutes per week promotessignificant weight loss.
D)150-250 minutes a week of at least moderate-intensity physical activity is needed for preventing weight gain.
E)planned workouts can be augmented with bits of physicalactivity throughout the day.
Q2) How could a city official change the built environment in his town to help promote the healthy weight status of its residents?
A)invite a fitness center chain to open a franchise within town limits
B)add bike lanes to busy roads
C)limit the height of new buildings
D)prevent homes and businesses from being built close together
E)build more convenience stores that sell ready-to-eat prepackaged foods
Q3) Identify and discuss external cues that can lead to overeating behavior and weight gain.
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Chapter 10: Performance Nutrition
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Q1) A high school football player is eating enough protein foods in his diet to provide him with 2.5 grams per kg of his body weight.What type of benefit will he get from his high protein intake?
A)This exceeds the recommendation for his sport so he should consider trading carbohydrate for some of the protein.
B)This exceeds the recommendation for his sport so he should consider trading fat for some of the protein.
C)Although this exceeds the recommendation for his sport he will benefit from the additional protein as the body converts it to muscle mass.
D)This is an extremely toxic level that may cause serious health problems.
E)His body will adjust to the higher protein intake to require that amount on a regular basis.
Q2) Progressive weight training is not associated with:
A)increased muscle strength.
B)management of cardiovascular disease.
C)reduced osteoporosis risk.
D)reduced lean body tissue.
E)psychological well-being.
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Chapter 11: Diet and Health
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Q1) Describe the effects that malnutrition has on the various immune-system organs and tissues and its effect on the risk of infectious disease.
Q2) Which of the following is an example of the effect of certain nutrients or foods on gene expression and disease development?
A)A phytochemical found in milk has been shown to reverse uncontrolled cancer cell division in laboratory studies.
B)Aflatoxin from corn and other grains is thought to attach methyl groups to both histones and DNA,helping to prevent the development of liver cancer.
C)Genomics testing laboratories have shown the benefits of supplements that are matched to an individual's personal genetic prescription.
D)Supplementation of folate and vitamin B during pregnancy has been shown to turn off the "yellow and fat" gene in pups born to laboratory mice.
E)High levels of certain vitamins and minerals in the diets of mice during pregnancy can result in favorable changes to the DNA sequence of their offspring.
Q3) Describe dietary and other strategies for reducing risk of CVD.
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Chapter 12: Food Safety and Food Technology
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Q1) To control the safety of additives in foods manufacturers must follow certain rules,which include:
A)using only additives included on the permanent GRAS list.
B)submitting proof that a new additive is safe after numerous tests.
C)not using any additives that have a toxic effect at high doses.
D)using only additives that cannot be detected or measured in foods.
E)using only USDA-approved food additives.
Q2) Properly irradiated food does not become radioactive.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which food would you not choose for a picnic?
A)fresh fruits
B)mixed green salad
C)breads and crackers
D)canned cheeses
E)unpasteurized juice
Q4) Salmonella bacteria from a hen may enter the egg she lays as well as contaminate its shell.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Life Cycle Nutrition Mother and Infant
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Q1) A pregnant woman needs about ____ grams of protein per day above prepregnancy needs.
A)25
B)30
C)35
D)40
E)45
Q2) If you want to make your own baby foods at home,it is best to:
A)puree a small amount of cooked food before seasonings have been added.
B)mix several foods together before putting them in the blender.
C)use canned vegetables since they have already been cooked.
D)add honey to canned fruit before pureeing to provide more calories.
E)only use organic products.
Q3) By adolescence,fatty streaks have formed in most children's coronary arteries.
A)True
B)False
Q4) A low-birthweight baby is defined as one who weighs less than 5 1/2 pounds.
A)True
B)False
Q5) What are the characteristics of children most likely to develop type 2 diabetes?
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Chapter 14: Child Teen and Older Adult
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Q1) Which of the following would be the most appropriate daily snack for an active,normal-weight child?
A)yogurt
B)candy
C)ice cream
D)cola
E)chips
Q2) A young child who used to like bananas now gets nauseated if he has to eat them.This has happened ever since he became ill two months ago from spinning on a carousel immediately after eating a banana in the playground.This would be an example of a:
A)food allergy.
B)food intolerance.
C)food aversion.
D)food immunity.
E)food faddism.
Q3) Nutrients missed from a skipped breakfast will be made up by children at later meals and snacks during the day.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 15: Hunger and the Global Environment
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Q1) Which group would be likely to suffer from food poverty?
A)people with automobiles
B)apartment dwellers
C)politicians
D)people working for low wages
E)middle-class members of minority groups
Q2) In order to be an environmentally conscious shopper you would:
A)drive to the grocery store three times per week.
B)stock up on disposable plates and cups.
C)consume more plant foods than animal products.
D)eat fish of any species,large or small.
E)use plastic bags.
Q3) RUTF:
A)is a treatment for dehydration.
B)is a high-calorie edible paste.
C)must be refrigerated for safety.
D)is a federal food relief program.
E)is only used in adults.
Q4) What is food recovery and how does it help communities reduce hunger?
Q5) What is SNAP and what does it do to stop domestic hunger?
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