Deck 1: Introduction to Nutrition

Question 1

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Nutrients are life-sustaining phytochemicals in food.
B)In the United States,poor eating habits contribute to some of the ten leading causes of death. 
C)A person's diet is influenced by his or her blood type and birth order.
D)Most people are born with the ability to choose a nutritious diet. 

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Which of the following conditions is NOT a leading cause of death in the United States?

A)Tuberculosis
B)Cancer
C)Heart disease
D)Stroke

Answer 2

A

Question 3

An essential nutrient

A)is found only in fortified foods.
B)is found only in foods from animal sources.
C)must be supplied by the diet.
D)provides energy (kcals)to the diet.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

A serving of food contains 15 g carbohydrate,3 g protein,5 g fat,5 mg vitamin C,and 100 mL water.Based on this information,a serving of this food supplies

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

Question 5

Which of the following conditions or diseases is a leading diet-related cause of death in the United States?

A)Chronic lower respiratory infections
B)Stroke  
C)Suicide 
D)Influenza and pneumonia 

Question 6

In the United States,consumers eat more ________ than recommended.

A)cheese
B)vegetables
C)fish
D)whole grains

Question 7

Which of the following describe a conditionally essential nutrient?

A)A nutrient that is normally nonessential,but becomes essential under certain conditions.
B)A nutrient that may be made in the body,but in amounts that are inadequate.
C)A nutrient that becomes essential due to a metabolic disorder or serious disease (e.g.kidney or liver disease).
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 8

Which of the following substances is a macronutrient?

A)Protein
B)Vitamin C
C)Calcium
D)Sodium

Question 9

Which of the following foods is NOT a rich natural source of phytochemicals?

A)Cherries
B)Green tea
C)Whole-grain bread
D)Lean meat

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true? 

A)Nutrient-deficiency diseases develop when diets lack essential nutrients. 
B)Skin rashes are always a symptom of vitamin deficiency diseases. 
C)Headaches are a common sign of a mineral deficiency disease.
D)Most phytochemicals are classified as essential nutrients. 

Question 11

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that does NOT supply any energy for the human body?

A)Carbohydrate
B)Fat
C)Protein
D)Vitamin D

Question 12

Approximately how many grams of carbohydrate are in a sugar-sweetened beverage that supplies 200 kcals and contains no fiber,fat,protein,or alcohol?

A)50 grams of carbohydrate
B)30 grams of carbohydrate
C)43 grams of carbohydrate
D)65 grams of carbohydrate

Question 13

Consuming a diet that supplies large amounts of certain types of fat increase one's risk of developing heart disease.Thus,a diet that supplies an excessive amount of such fats is a ________ for heart disease.

A)hypothetical variable
B)dietary modulator
C)nutritional determinant
D)risk factor

Question 14

Which of the following is a micronutrient?

A)Iron
B)Glucose
C)Fat
D)Protein

Question 15

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

A)Margarine
B)Tuna
C)Blueberries
D)Chicken

Question 16

Most Americans purchase less than recommended amounts of

A)fruits.
B)sugary beverages.
C)red meats.
D)refined grain products.

Question 17

A small apple supplies approximately 40,000 ________.

A)calories
B)kilocalories
C)Calories
D)Kilocalories

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT true about water?

A)Water is an essential nutrient.
B)Water plays a role in regulation of body temperature.
C)Water is necessary for elimination of waste from the body.
D)Water is necessary for immune function.

Question 19

A teaspoon of sugar supplies about 16 kcals,which is the same as ________ calories.

A)1)6
B)1600
C)16,000
D)160,000

Question 20

Studying nutrition is important to

A)obtain enough energy to sustain life.
B)select the appropriate mix of nutrients for proper body functioning.
C)reduce dependence on animal food products.
D)avoid pesticides and hormones in the food supply.

Question 21

According to the U.S.Food and Drug Administration,which of the following substances can NOT be classified as a dietary supplement? 

A)Tobacco 
B)Vitamin E 
C)Copper 
D)Lysine 

Question 22

Which of the following factors has a major influence over a person's food choices?

A)Close friends
B)Blood type 
C)Vitamin A status
D)Birth order

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a biological or physiological factor that influences a person's food choices?

A)Age
B)Perception of food's sensory characteristics
C)Emotional stress level
D)Hunger

Question 24

In-store food marketing efforts are primarily designed to accomplish all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A)help shoppers make healthy food choices
B)stimulate the senses
C)direct shoppers to more profitable items
D)increase sales

Question 25

Choosing foods based on religious teachings is an example of ________ factors influencing eating habits.

A)biological
B)cognitive
C)environmental
D)physiological

Question 26

Which of the following foods is both energy and nutrient-dense?

A)Strawberries 
B)Spinach
C)Peanut butter 
D)Raw apples 

Question 27

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Dietary supplements include fish oil,glucosamine,echinacea,and flaxseed oil.
B)The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 allows manufacturers to classify dietary supplements as foods.
C)A megadose is an amount of a vitamin or mineral that greatly exceeds the recommended amount of the nutrient.
D)In order for a dietary supplement to be on the market,all research studies on the supplement must show a beneficial effect on health.

Question 28

To improve nutrition and weight status,a primary objective of Healthy People 2020 is to

A)increase the number of children and adults who receive annual influenza vaccinations.
B)reduce television advertisements for unhealthy food options.
C)educate consumers on how to obtain nutrition information from reliable sources.
D)reduce child and adult consumption of calories from solid fats and added sugars.

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a major factor impacting a person's food choices?

A)Childhood experiences
B)Blood type
C)Health beliefs
D)Mood

Question 30

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A)A megadose of vitamin C is within the range of safe intake for the nutrient.
B)Peanut butter is an empty-calorie food.
C)Most foods are mixtures of nutrients.
D)A healthy diet supplies 90% of its calories from protein-rich foods. 

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a major nutrition-related objective of Healthy People 2020?

A)Reduce the proportion of adults who are obese.
B)Increase the contribution of fruits to the diets of the population aged 2 years and older.
C)Increase the contribution of whole grains to the diets of the population aged 2 years and older.
D)Provide fitness trails to increase physical activity of children and adults.

Question 32

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

A)Cheese nachos
B)Iceberg lettuce
C)Fat-free milk
D)Soft margarine

Question 33

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

A)Eating fatty foods
B)Consuming alcohol
C)Exercising infrequently
D)Smoking cigarettes

Question 34

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

Question 35

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

A)Leafy greens
B)French fries
C)Grape drink
D)Refined grains

Question 36

Per serving,which of the following foods is the most energy-dense?

A)½ cup fresh strawberries
B)4-ounce chocolate doughnut
C)8 ounces fat-free milk
D)3 ounces baked chicken

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a key nutrition concept?

A)Malnutrition includes overnutrition as well as undernutrition. 
B)Foods and the nutrients they contain are not cure-alls.
C)Variety,moderation,and balance can help ensure a diet's nutritional adequacy.
D)The best way for people to obtain all the essential nutrients is to consume dietary supplements.