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Nutrition Science explores the fundamental principles of human nutrition, examining the relationship between diet, health, and disease. The course covers macronutrients and micronutrients, digestion and absorption, energy balance, and metabolism. It investigates the nutritional requirements throughout the lifespan, the impact of nutrition on chronic diseases, and the role of genetics in dietary needs. Students also gain an understanding of food sources, labeling, and current dietary guidelines, preparing them to make informed decisions about personal and public health nutrition.
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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) Which of the following foods is both energy and nutrient dense?
A)Whole-grain bread
B)Strawberries
C)Peanut butter
D)Raw apples
Answer: C
Q2) According to the U.S.Food and Drug Administration,which of the following substances can NOT be classified as a dietary supplement?
A)Lysine
B)Copper
C)Tobacco
D)Vitamin E
Answer: C
Q3) Today's Americans buy more ____ than recommended.
A)fish
B)cheese
C)eggs
D)whole grains
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) Which of the following observations is an example of a positive correlation?
A)When teenage girls increase their intake of iron-rich foods,the percentage of the girls who have iron deficiency decreases.
B)When a group of 6-year-old children increase their physical activity level to 60 minutes a day,the children's muscle mass increases.
C)When a population consumes more fruits and vegetables,the percentage of people in that population with scurvy decreases.
D)When older adults increase their daily intake of vitamin D,the percentage of the adults that develops infections decreases.
Answer: B
Q2) The professional football star Andro "The Man" McGraw claims the dietary supplement AminoProFix helped him build muscle mass quickly and safely.His endorsement of the product is an example of ______.
A)a scientifically valid claim
B)peer review
C)a testimonial
D)unbiased reporting
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet
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Q1) 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
Q2) Which of the following actions is one of the five overarching guidelines of Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2015-2020 version)?
A)Fill your plate with fruits and vegetables.
B)Exercise for at least one hour each day.
C)Eat more saturated fats and complex carbohydrates.
D)Shift to healthier food and beverage choices.
Answer: D
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) Paisley usually has four bowel movements each week.Based on this information,Paisley should _____.
A)increase her intake of high-fiber foods and fiber wafers to relieve her chronic constipation
B)not worry,because she is not constipated
C)consult her physician to determine why she is constipated
D)take a gentle laxative so she has at least one bowel movement daily
Q2) Which of the following structures normally prevents swallowed food from entering the larynx and trachea?
A)Voice box
B)Epiglottis
C)Tongue
D)Pharynx
Q3) A food has a pH that is higher than the pH of pure water,but lower than the pH of oven cleaner.Based on this information,the food is
A)red wine
B)lemon juice
C)egg white
D)black coffee
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber
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Q1) The best way to avoid tooth decay is to use a mouthwash that kills bacteria in the mouth.
A)True
B)False
Q2) When muscle cells have more glucose than they need for energy,they may store some of the excess as _______.
A)fiber
B)certain B vitamins
C)ketone bodies
D)glycogen
Q3) 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
Q4) High-fiber diets are associated with all of the following EXCEPT _______.
A)reduced risk of stroke
B)reduced secretion of intrinsic factor
C)reduced risk of diabetes
D)reduced risk of heart disease
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Chapter 6: The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and
Sterols
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Q1) A chylomicron is a type of _____.
A)phospholipid
B)sterol
C)fatty acid
D)lipoprotein
Q2) When she prepares food,Felicia wants to use a product that is a rich source of unsaturated fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should she select?
A)Olive oil
B)Coconut oil
C)Cream cheese
D)Unsalted butter
Q3) Which of the following statements is true?
A)All forms of LDL cholesterol are considered unhealthy,because they increase the risk of diabetes.
B)VLDLs transport most cholesterol in blood to the liver for disposal.
C)The cholesterol carried by oxidized LDL is taken up by certain arterial cells and deposited in plaque.
D)Hydrolyzed HDL is a toxic lipoprotein that contributes to cardiovascular disease.
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Chapter 7: Proteins: Amino Acids
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Q1) Which of the following foods is a high-protein snack that can replace a snack that contains animal protein?
A)Slice of American cheese
B)Vegetable salad with greens and baby carrots
C)Peanut butter on crackers
D)½ cup of apple and watermelon chunks
Q2) Fred is a lactovegetarian.Which of the following foods does he eat?
A)Chicken
B)Cheese
C)Eggs
D)Fish
Q3) Consuming a high-protein diet may lead to high urine urea nitrogen.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Instructions for making proteins are coded in a cell's _____________.
A)golgi apparatus
B)DNA
C)plasma membrane
D)ribosomes
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Chapter 8: Metabolism
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Q1) Ketoacidosis is a condition that occurs when the blood's pH drops due to ________________.(Check all that apply)
____excess of acetoacetate and beta-hydroxybutyrate
____uncontrolled blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes mellitus
____excessive fat catabolism
_____absence of ketogenesis
Q2) All the following hormones promote catabolic pathways EXCEPT ____________.
A)epinephrine
B)glucagon
C)cortisol
D)insulin
Q3) An alcohol detoxification rate is dependent on personal characteristics such as
____body size and composition
____age
____genetic background ____sex
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) A deficiency of vitamin _____ results in deterioration of epithelial cells.
A)B-12
B)A
C)K
D)B-6
Q2) Which of the following foods is the best source of preformed vitamin A?
A)Soybeans
B)Apples
C)Carrots
D)Liver
Q3) Vitamin A is involved in production of white blood cells.
A)True
B)False
Q4) The fact that babies can grow and thrive on synthetic infant formula supports the hypothesis that all the vitamins have been discovered.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Vitamins A,D,E,and K all have hydrocarbon chains that make them soluble in fats. A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Pregnant women who have a history of inadequate _____ intakes are at risk of having babies with neural tube defects.
A)iron
B)vitamin A
C)selenium
D)folate
Q2) _____ is added to refined grain products as part of the enrichment process.
A)Pantothenic acid
B)Vitamin B-6
C)Riboflavin
D)Vitamin D
Q3) Which of the following vitamins plays a direct role in energy metabolism?
A)Vitamin C
B)Vitamin K
C)Riboflavin
D)Vitamin A
Q4) Riboflavin is a component of flavin adenine dinucleotide,a coenzyme that plays a key role in several enzymatic reactions.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Water and Major Minerals
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Q1) 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
Q2) Hyperphosphatemia contributes to the progression of cardiovascular disease due to the formation of calcium-phosphorus deposits in blood vessels.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Children who are deficient in phosphorus experience symptoms of marasmus.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following nutrients helps the body maintain normal fluid balance?
A)Potassium
B)Fluoride
C)Iron
D)Copper
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) Which of the following foods is low in fluoride?
A)Brewed black tea
B)White grape juice
C)Brewed coffee
D)Light beer
Q2) Paul is a vegetarian and has been complaining lately from a loss of appetite,diarrhea,hair loss,and skin rush.Based on your knowledge,what mineral is he lacking in his diet?
A)Calcium
B)Selenium
C)Carbohydrates
D)Zinc
Q3) Leafy vegetables,whole grains,nuts,and tea are good food sources of _____.
A)cesium
B)manganese
C)zinc
D)iodine
Q4) Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management
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Q1) George is a 5'8'',29-year-old man who weighs almost 350 pounds.To lose weight,he's tried calorie-restricted diets,fad diets,exercise programs,and appetite-suppressing pills without success.George wants to a permanent solution to treat his obesity.George's physician is likely to recommend a(n)______ as the best way to help George lose a lot of weight and avoid regaining much of it.
A)sleeve gastrectomy
B)anterior thyroidectomy
C)visceral lipectomy
D)frontal lobotomy
Q2) Which of the following dietary supplements may slightly enhance weight loss?
A)Chromium picolinate
B)Hoodia
C)Chia seeds
D)Blue-green algae
Q3) Initial weight loss on a low-carbohydrate diet results from the burning of stored body fat.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Q1) Most people who suffer from anorexia nervosa _____.
A)realize that they are too thin
B)are older adults
C)are females
D)have high self-esteem
Q2) Females involved in competitive sports,especially _____,are at risk of the female athlete triad.
A)lacrosse
B)soccer
C)softball
D)gymnastics
Q3) Typical treatments for eating disorders include _____.
A)thyroxin injections
B)stimulant medications
C)psychotherapy
D)bariatric surgery
Q4) Sandra has BED and does not use any compensatory mechanisms to purge calories,therefore she is likely to develop diabetes and hypertension.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
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Q1) Whey protein supplements can enhance exercise recovery and increase muscle protein synthesis in resistance athletes.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Many sports organizations have banned the use of _____ by athletes.
A)colloidal ligands
B)branched-chain amino acids
C)anabolic steroids
D)herbal extracts
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
Q4) During exercise lasting less than 60 minutes,athletes should consume 3 to 7 ounces of water every 15 minutes.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Lactation
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Q1) Iliana is due to give birth to a girl in March.Before she became pregnant,IIiana weighed 135 pounds and was in the healthy BMI range for her height.Based on this information,her physician will recommend that she gain ______ pounds during her pregnancy.
A)35 to 45
B)30 to 40
C)25 to 35
D)40 to 50
Q2) Which of the following happen(s)during pregnancy? (Check all that apply. )
_____The embryo/fetus derives nourishment directly from its mother's bloodstream.
____Embryonic development begins about 2 weeks after conception.
_____The pregnancy period is divided into quarters that each last about 2.5 months.
____The uterus protects the embryo/fetus as it develops and grows.
Q3) Pregnant women are advised to drink _____.
A)no more than 2 cups of coffee per day
B)no more than 3 cups of coffee per day
C)no more than 1.5 cups of coffee per day
D)no coffee,during the first trimester
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Chapter 17: Infants, Children, and Adolescents
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Q1) Infants _____ have a high risk of obesity.
A)who obtain regular physical activity
B)with birth weights between 6.0 and 8.0 pounds
C)that are given vitamin C supplements
D)whose mothers are obese
Q2) 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
Q3) Which of the following strategies is least likely to reduce the incidence of dental caries in toddlers and preschoolers?
A)Limiting consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages
B)Not offering sweets as rewards
C)Serving fresh fruit for dessert
D)Limiting the consumption of fluoridated water
Q4) Adolescent females usually attain their adult height later than adolescent males.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 18: Nutrition for Older Adults
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Q1) Dorothy is 86 years of age.Her _____ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.
A)daily exercise regimen
B)arthritis
C)frequent socializing with friends and family
D)ethnic background
Q2) Which of the following minerals is often lacking in the diets of older adults,especially elderly women?
A)Sodium
B)Potassium
C)Vanadium
D)Sulfur
Q3) Which of the following vitamins is often lacking in the diets of older adults,especially elderly women?
A)D
B)Thiamin
C)Niacin
D)Pantothenic acid
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Chapter 19: Food and Water Safety
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Q1) Julio wants to cook chicken and bake a pie made with eggs and milk for his roommates.Julio and his dinner guests are likely to experience food-borne illness if he
A)marinates the cut-up pieces of raw chicken in the refrigerator and then throws out the marinade
B)wipes the knife used to cut up the raw chicken on a hand towel before using the knife to cut up the salad Vegetables
C)keeps the pie chilled before serving it
D)thaws the frozen raw chicken in a covered tray on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator
Q2) Consuming unpasteurized dairy and fruit juice beverages will increase your risk of food-borne illness.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Some bottled water products originate from the same city water sources that supply tap water.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 20: Global Nutrition
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Q1) ____________ is a state in which individuals are concerned about not having food or not enough money to buy more food.
A)Hunger
B)Food insecurity
C)Food desert
D)Food security
Q2) According to recent statistics,15% of Americans are food insecure.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Worldwide,zinc deficiency _____.(Check all that apply. )
_____is linked to constipation in children
____contributes to the deaths of thousands of young children each year
____leads to stunting in children
____could result from phytic acid consumption
Q4) The four categories of food security include ______________.(Check all that apply. )
____high food security
____low food security
____marginal food security
_____medium food security
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