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4229503369Urine color charts help people monitor their ________ status.hydration0
4229505307A major mineral is one thatis needed in the diet in amounts greater than 100 milligrams per day.1
4229506722In general, minerals in plant foods have an absorption rate that is _______ than that in animal foods.lower2
4229508132Diets that are high in ____ are associated with an increased incidence of hypertension.sodium3
4229509382Most people in the US need to _____ their sodium intake and _____ their potassium intake to meet recommendations for a healthy diet.decrease, increase Correct4
4229512164Goiter is caused by a deficiency in iodine.True5
4229513234Water makes up about 40% of an adult's body weight.False6
4229514671Minerals are classified as micronutrients.True7
4229515849Losing weight requires burning fewer calories than you consume.False8
4229515850All of the following MyPlate food groups are good sources of vitamin B12 except for the _____ group.Fruits9
4229517165Vegetable oils, such as peanut, cotton, and corn oils, are good sources of vitamin E.True10
4229519003The amount of a particular vitamin in a food depends on all of the following EXCEPThow much of the food is consumed. Correct11
4229522260Most of the water-soluble vitamins are bound to blood proteins for transport.True12
4229523889One of the best sources of riboflavin in the diet is milk.True13
4229526463With a severe deficiency of _______, even a bruise or small scratch could cause you to bleed to death.Vitamin K14
4229528028Water is moved by___________, which forces water from the capillary blood vessels into the spaces between the cells of the surrounding tissuesblood pressure15
4229530079All of the following are true about thirst EXCEPT thatthirst is a weak urge, which does not reflect our need for water.16
4229531306Heme iron is more bioavailable than non-heme iron.True17
4229531307Having excess body fat increases a person's risk of developing which of the following diseases?The risk of all of these is increased with the presence of excess body fat18
4229533164_____ is the body mass attributed to non-fat body components, such as bone, muscle, and internal organs.Lean body mass19
4229534841With aging, lean body mass decreases and body fat increases, even if body weight remains the same.True20
4229535956The desire to consume specific foods is calledappetite.21
4229538815If an adult's energy expenditure is greater than their energy intake, you would expect that the individual _____ weight.lose22
4229538816For a sedentary individual, the majority of their total energy expenditure is from theirbasal metabolism23
4229540081For most people, a loss of 5-15% of body weight will significantly reduce disease risk.True24
4229541564Cardiorespiratory endurance is enhanced by regular aerobic exercise.True25
4229541565A fit person has more muscle mass than an unfit person of the same height and weight.True26
4229543400Which of the following is a result of regular exercise?Reduced blood pressure27
4229545233Maximum heart rate _____ with age.decreases28
4229549456Aerobic exercise is considered to be at an intensity of _____ % of maximum heart rate.60-85%29
4229551198As compared to non-athletes, competitive athletes participating in strength sports may require extra protein.True30
4229551199Hyponatremia is a concern of marathon runners which can be caused bydrinking too much water during a marathon.31
4229553250Water is the best fluid choice for Cyndie during exercise because she typically rides her bicycle for 75 minutes during an exercise session.False32
4229555428Water Soluble: Vitamin B12Animal Products33
4229557358Water Soluble: RiboflavinDairy Products34
4229559271Water Soluble: ThiaminPork35
4229559272Water Soluble: BiotinLiver36
4229561338Water Soluble: Vitamin B6Meat37
4229561339Water Soluble: FolateLeafy Green Vegetables38
4229563596Water Soluble: Vitamin CCitrus Fruit39
4229564994Water Soluble: NiacinBeef40
4229576132Fat Soluble: Vitamin KLeafy Greens41
4229577405Fat Soluble: Vitamin DEgg yolk42
4229578992Fat Soluble: Vitamin EVegetable Oils43
4229581070Fat Soluble: Vitamin ACarrots44
4229582611Which of the following nutrients is not essential in the diet when sun exposure is adequate?Vitamin D45
4229586142The disease scurvy is due to a deficiency of __________.Vitamin C46
4229587457A deficiency of Vitamin K leads to ____________.decreased blood clotting47
4229589041Which of the following foods is naturally highest in calcium?yogurt48
4229590609Which of the following is a poor source of beta carotene?milk49
4229600746When salivary amylase enters the stomach, the acid causes the structure of this enzyme to change so that it is no longer able to function. This change in structure is calleddenaturation50
4229602587Foods are denatured by all of the following means EXCEPT bychilling51
4229608337Most protein digestion occurs in thestomach52
4229608338_________ , an enzyme, is produced in the stomach and breaks some of the peptide bonds in polypeptide chains.Pepsin53
4229610105The role of hydrochloric acid in protein digestion is todenature the protein.54
4229611577Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of kwashiorkor?Swollen belly55
4229613256As validated by evidence-based research, the major health concern with high-protein diets isa high intake of saturated fat and cholesterol.56
4229614478Protein requirements per unit of body weight are _______ for infants and children than for adults.greater57
4229615928Which of the following is NOT a function of fat in foods?Grittiness58
4229622844_________ is an important component of cell membranes, forming a lipid bilayer by orienting the water-soluble portion towards the water environment.Phospholipid59
4229622845Which of the following is not a tropical oil?Safflower oil60
4229624783Which of the following is a characteristic of essential fatty acids?The body cannot make these at all or in sufficient quantities to meet the body's need.61
4229626123An enzyme that digests lipids is:lipase62
4229627868HDLsreturn cholesterol from other lipoproteins and body cells to the liver.63
4229629235Which lipoprotein picks up cholesterol from other lipoproteins and body cells and returns it to the liver?HDL64
4229630427High levels of ______ in the blood are associated with a reduction in the risk of heart disease.HDL65
4229630428Which of the following is not a function of lipids in the body?Absorption of water-soluble vitamins66
4229635212Excess body fat is associated with an increased risk of:High blood pressure, Cardiovascular disease, diabetes67
4229638761Which of the following types of oil is the best source of healthy, unsaturated fats?Canola Oil68
4229640438Protein molecules that increase the rate of specific chemical reactions without themselves being changed areenzymes69
4229642275Proteins have both structural and regulatory functions in the body.True70
4229643843Kwashiorkor is an overall energy deficiency whereas marasmus is a protein deficiency.False71
4229643844All of the following are examples of carbohydrates exceptproteins72
4229645594In a refined grain, which part remains?Endosperm73
4229647047Which statement about simple carbohydrate is false?Maltose is table sugar.74
4229648391Which one of the following statements about insoluble fiber is true?It adds bulk to the intestinal contents75
4229648392People who are lactose intolerant do not produce enough of the enzyme _____________.lactase76
4229650070A high fiber diet may help:reduce the incidence of hemorrhoids, with weight loss, normalize blood glucose levels77
4229652653When soluble fiber is present in the digestive tract, the fiber binds ____ so that they are excreted rather than absorbed. This helps reduce the amount of cholesterol in the body.fatty acids78
4229654070_____fiber lowers blood cholesterol levels.Soluble79
4229657820_____ is caused by an autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.Type 1 diabetes80
4229658861When there is not sufficient carbohydrate to completely metabolize fatty acids, these molecules form:ketones81
4229658862_____ cannot be digested by human digestive enzymes.Fiber82
4229660306Starch and dietary fiber are classified as:complex carbohydrates83
4229662016Glycogen is the storage form of glucose in plants.False84
4229662017Children need more fat to allow for growth and development, so their acceptable ranges of fat intake are higher.True85
4229663774Hydrogenation makes a saturated fatty acid more unsaturated.False86
4229666900Only foods with visible fat, and not hidden fat, contribute to total caloric intake.False87
4229666901Which type of fat is man induced type of fat?trans88
4229668355All of the following foods contain cholesterol except:avocado89
4229670101Each gram of fat from the diet contains __ calories.990
4229672254Which of the following is an example of a unrefined food?oatmeal91
4229672255Which section of the kernal is a rich source of vitamin E?germ92
4229673553The main function of carbohydrates in the body is to:provide energy93
4229675400Which of the following is a good source for proteins?legumes94
4229677044_________ emulsifies dietary fat so it is more accessible to lipases.Bile95
4229677045Blood is mostly water.True96
4229678705What are the building blocks of proteins?amino acids97
4229680319Which of the following is NOT a function of protein?Cell membrane signaling98
4229681475According to dietary recommendations, what is the acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for protein?10%-35%99
4229689529All of the following are nutrient-dense protein sources EXCEPT:bananas100
4229689530MyPlateillustrates the appropriate proportions of food.101
4229691376Which of the following is NOT considered to be a source of empty calories?Oils102
4229692788A _____ claim refers to a relationship between a nutrient, food, or dietary supplement and a reduced risk of a disease.Health103
4229692789When you eat a taco, the tortilla, meat, cheese, lettuce, and tomato are broken apart, releasing the nutrients and other food components they contain. This process is calleddigestion104
4229694371Which of the following substances is not absorbed by the human body?Fiber105
4229695799_____ lubricates, moistens, and protects the cells within the mucosa.Mucus106
4229695800Protein molecules that increase the rate of specific chemical reactions without themselves being changed areenzymes107
4229697162The mass of chewed food that is swallowed is calledthe bolus.108
4229698474_____ is a circular muscle that acts as a valve, opening and closing to allow the gastric contents to move throughout the GI tract.A sphincter109
4229700091The Dietary Reference Intakes are only concerned with the correction of nutrient deficiencies.False110
4229700172The purpose of a food guide is to translate nutrient intake recommendations into recommended food choices.True111
4229701933The Dietary Guidelines recommend that at least half of your grains come from whole grain sources.True112
4229709886MyPlate was designed to put the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines into practice.True113
4229709887MyPlate emphasizes the importance of proportionality, moderation, and nutrient density, but not variety.False114
4229711216The first location of chemical and mechanical digestion is the stomach.False115
4238641848During swallowing, the air passages are blocked by a flap of tissue called the pharynx.False116
4238641849The majority of absorption occurs in the stomach.False117
4238644082The nutritional composition of a meal affects how long it stays in the stomach.True118
4238646239Which of the following is the best definition of essential nutrients?Nutrients a person must consume in the diet to maintain health119
4238647983Which of the following is associated with overnutrition?Obesity and Type 2 diabetes120
4238649728Ethan achieves his recommended intake of vegetables by eating a large baked potato every day. Which principle is he not achieving?variety121
4238651919Which of the following is the best definition of essential nutrients?Nutrients a person must consume in the diet to maintain health.122
4238653746The term "calorie" is used in nutrition to mean theamount of energy a food item provides when eaten.123
4238655757All of the following are examples of carbohydrates exceptproteins124
4238657467The three main functions of nutrients include all of the following EXCEPT:speeding up our metabolism125
4238659105Which of the following is the best definition of essential nutrients?Nutrients a person must consume to build muscle126
4238660995The unit of measure that is used in nutrition science that expresses the amount of energy provided by a food is a(n):calorie127
4238664567Foods with a high nutrient density contain more nutrients per calorie than do foods with a lower nutrient density.True128
4238667089Water makes up about 40% of an adult's body weight.False129
4238667090Choosing a variety of foods is important because no single food can provide all the nutrients the body needs for optimal health.True130
4238668768Minerals are classified as micronutrientsTrue131
4238670580Which of these foods has the lowest nutrient density?Orange soda132
4238672376Which group consists only of nutrients that are classified as energy-yielding nutrients?Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins133
4238675004Which of these statements about essential nutrients is FALSE?If you do not get enough of them in your diet, your body will synthesize enough to meet its needs.134
4238675071The MyPlate icon is designed to illustrate ______________.the proportions of food from each group that make up a healthy diet.135
4238677608Which of these foods is highest in empty calories (least healthy)?a donut136
4238679123The Dietary Guidelines stress the importance of __________.All of the above.137
4238680536Which of the following in not a food group in MyPlate?fats and sweets138
4238681871In which organ does carbohydrate digestion begin?mouth139
4238683928The __________ prevents food from entering the passageway to the lungs during swallowing.epiglottis140
4238685385Most digestion and absorption occur in the _______.small intestine141
4238685386Which of the following does NOT contain calories?vitamins142
4238687097It takes on average ___________________ for the body to make dietary changes the new normal.2 years143
4238689505Rice is an example of a:carbohydrate144
4238691000Goiter is caused by a deficiency in iodine.True145
4238693045The condition that affects bone density due to a loss of calcium is _________.osteoporosis146
4238694506Which of the following most correctly describes trends in milk consumption?Overall milk consumption has dropped since 1910.147
4238703519Using complete sentences, describe the recommended exercise times to maintain good health.Getting your heart-rate up for 30 minutes twice a week. For weight lose exercise for 30 minutes every other day.148

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