Deck 1: Food Is More Than Something to Eat

Question 1

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that doesn't supply any energy for the human body?

A)carbohydrate
B)fat
C)alcohol
D)vitamin C

Answer 1

D

Question 2

A serving of food contains 25 g carbohydrate,10 g protein,8 g fat,5 mg vitamin iron,and 4 ounces of water.Based on this information,a serving of this food supplies

A)212 kcal.
B)246 kcal.
C)335 kcal.
D)456 kcal.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

The energy value of a raw peach is reported as a number of

A)milligrams.
B)kilocalories.
C)rads.
D)thermals.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

A serving of food contains 20 g carbohydrate,6 g protein,10 g fat,5 mg vitamin C,and 3 ounces of water.Based on this information,a serving of this food supplies

A)87 kcal.
B)194 kcal.
C)107 kcal.
D)217 kcal.

Question 5

Which of the following nutrients provides energy for humans?

A)carbohydrates
B)vitamin A
C)iron
D)calcium

Question 6

Which of the following lifestyle choices is the primary cause of most preventable cancer deaths in the United States?

A)eating fatty food
B)consuming alcohol
C)exercising infrequently
D)smoking cigarettes

Question 7

Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of phytochemicals?

A)margarine
B)tuna
C)grapes
D)hamburger

Question 8

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that doesn't provide any energy for the human body?

A)water
B)protein
C)carbohydrate
D)alcohol

Question 9

How many kilocalories are in a portion of food that contains 4 g protein,10 g fat,25 g carbohydrate,130 mg vitamin C,and 120 ml water?

A)118
B)156
C)188
D)206

Question 10

Metabolism is

A)a form of energy.
B)the total of all chemical changes that occur in cells.
C)a way of living.
D)the rate at which cells produce energy.

Question 11

Which of the following substances is a phytochemical?

A)iron
B)caffeine
C)cholesterol
D)vitamin D

Question 12

Which of the following foods is a source of phytochemicals?

A)fresh blueberries
B)raw egg whites
C)fat-free milk
D)lean meat

Question 13

Which of the following behaviors is a risk factor for heart disease?

A)smoking cigarettes
B)having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
C)consuming excess vitamin C
D)being taller than average

Question 14

Diet refers to a person's

A)current nutrient intake.
B)negative risk factors.
C)weight loss efforts.
D)usual pattern of food choices.

Question 15

A serving of food contains 2 g carbohydrate,16 g protein,6 g fat,2 mcg vitamin B12,and 60 mg iron.Based on this information,how many kcal does a serving of this food provide?

A)96
B)116
C)126
D)136

Question 16

Which of the following conditions is a leading cause of death in the United States that's related to dietary practices?

A)chronic lower respiratory infections
B)cancer
C)influenza and pneumonia
D)anemia

Question 17

Tamika's 52-year-old father died as a result of a condition that is the leading cause of death in the United States.Based on this information,Tamika's father died from

A)type 1 diabetes.
B)heart disease.
C)lung cancer.
D)kidney failure.

Question 18

A serving of food contains 15 g carbohydrate,3 g protein,5 g fat,5 mg vitamin C,and 4 ounces of water.Based on this information,a serving of this food supplies

A)87 kcal.
B)97 kcal.
C)107 kcal.
D)117 kcal.

Question 19

According to numerous scientific studies,low levels of physical activity are associated with increased chances of developing excess body fat and type 2 diabetes.Based on this information,lack of physical activity is a

A)risk factor.
B)deficiency condition.
C)critical determinant.
D)cause of death.

Question 20

Which of the following nutrients is a source of energy?

A)cholesterol
B)protein
C)vitamin D
D)iron

Question 21

Which of the following foods is the most nutrient dense per serving?

A)cheese nachos
B)oatmeal cookie
C)whole-grain cereal
D)soft margarine

Question 22

A serving of food supplies 25 g carbohydrate,15 g fat,18 g protein,and 100 g water.Which of the following statements is true about a serving of the food?

A)Fat provides the most food energy.
B)Carbohydrate provides the most food energy.
C)Water provides the most food energy.
D)Protein provides about 50% of total calories.

Question 23

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that provides energy for humans?

A)alcohol
B)fat
C)caffeine
D)vitamin D

Question 24

Which of the following nutrients is a micronutrient?

A)fat
B)iron
C)water
D)protein

Question 25

Which of the following groups of Americans is most at risk of undernutrition?

A)alcoholics
B)children
C)pregnant women
D)teenage boys

Question 26

Scientists at a major university have isolated a chemical from grapes.Which of the following features is an indication that this chemical could be a vitamin?

A)When large amounts of the chemical are consumed,no health problems occur.
B)The chemical has a very limited range of safe intake.
C)The chemical is in grapes,cherries,and tomatoes.
D)When a person's diet lacks the chemical,his or her body experiences abnormal functioning.

Question 27

A chemist would like to develop a functional food that includes a phytochemical,which may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.Based on this information,which substance is the chemist most likely to use?

A)caffeine
B)quercetin
C)capsaicin
D)vitamin D

Question 28

Which of the following foods is the most energy dense per serving?

A)½ cup fresh strawberries
B)4-ounce chocolate doughnut
C)4 ounces fat-free milk
D)4 ounces orange juice

Question 29

Which of the following nutrients is the most essential for life?

A)water
B)protein
C)calcium
D)vitamin C

Question 30

Erika is making a recipe from foods that contain the following nutrients: 120 ml of water,50 g of fat,40 g of protein,500 mg of vitamin C,235 g of carbohydrate,and 600 mg of calcium.Approximately how many kilocalories does the entire product of this recipe provide?

A)580
B)930
C)1550
D)2020

Question 31

A 6-ounce serving of a beverage contains 450 ml water,20 g sugar and 5 g alcohol.How many kcal does this beverage supply?

A)95
B)115
C)125
D)180

Question 32

An essential nutrient

A)performs a vital function in your body.
B)is only in foods from animal sources.
C)must be supplied by your diet.
D)is made by your body.

Question 33

Which of the following statements is true?

A)To achieve optimal health,you should individualize your diet to match your blood type,eye color,and other physical characteristics.
B)Nutritional needs of healthy people vary during different life stages,such as infancy and pregnancy.
C)Regardless of their ages and physical conditions,people don't need to take dietary supplements that include vitamins and minerals.
D)By taking dietary supplements that provide nutrients and phytochemicals,people can maintain good health without eating foods.

Question 34

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Most foods contain more than one nutrient.
B)Strawberries are an energy-dense food.
C)Milk,bananas,and soybeans are among the few nutritionally perfect foods for humans.
D)Nutrition experts classify sugary foods as "junk" foods.

Question 35

Which of the following foods is energy dense?

A)fresh strawberries
B)potato chips
C)orange juice
D)leaf lettuce

Question 36

A serving of food supplies 18 g protein,20 g carbohydrate,7 g fat,18 mg vitamin E,2 mg iron,and 100 g water.Which of the following statements is true about a serving of the food?

A)Fat provides the most food energy.
B)Vitamin E provides the most food energy.
C)Carbohydrate provides the most food energy.
D)Fat provides about 75% of total calories.

Question 37

Which of the following menu items is referred to as an "empty-calorie" food?

A)sugar-sweetened soft drinks
B)100% fruit juices
C)fat-free dairy products
D)whole-grain breads

Question 38

Which of the following foods is the most nutrient dense per serving?

A)olive oil
B)French fries
C)grape drink
D)fat-free milk

Question 39

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Dietitians generally classify foods as either "good" or "junk."
B)High doses of vitamins and minerals help prevent many serious chronic diseases.
C)A diet that has variety contains many different kinds of nutritious foods.
D)Walnuts are an empty-calorie food.

Question 40

A serving of food supplies 15 g carbohydrate,15 g protein,400 ml water,25 mg vitamin C,and 4 g fat.According to this information,how many kilocalories are in a serving of this food?

A)126
B)136
C)146
D)156