Question 1

What is the term that defines foods that contain nonnutrient substances whose known action in the body is to promote well-being to a greater extent than that contributed by the food's nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Functional foods contain nonnutrient substances that have beneficial effects on health beyond basic nutrition.

Question 2

A child's strong dislike of noodle soup that developed after she consumed some when she was sick with flu is an example of a food-related

Accepted Answer

The child's strong dislike of noodle soup is due to a negative association formed when she consumed it while sick, leading to an aversion to the food.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a macronutrient?

Accepted Answer

Protein is a macronutrient, which is required in larger amounts by the body for energy and growth. Calcium, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D are micronutrients.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT classified as a macronutrient?

Accepted Answer

Calcium is classified as a micronutrient, not a macronutrient. Macronutrients include fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, which are needed in larger amounts for energy and growth.

Question 5

The motive for a person who alters his diet due to religious convictions is most likely his

Accepted Answer

Religious convictions are closely tied to a person's values, which guide their decisions and lifestyle choices, including dietary habits.

Question 6

Approximately what percentage of US consumers eat home-cooked meals at least 3 times per week?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 80% of US consumers eat home-cooked meals at least 3 times per week, reflecting a strong preference for home-cooked meals over dining out.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the six classes of nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Fiber is not a nutrient. It is a type of carbohydrate that the body cannot digest.

Question 8

Which of the following represents a food choice based on negative association?

Accepted Answer

A negative association in food choice occurs when a person avoids a food due to a negative perception or belief about it. In this case, the elderly gentleman refuses the peanut butter and jelly sandwich because he associates it with being a child's food, which is a negative perception for him.

Question 9

Nonnutrient substances found in plant foods that show biological activity in the body are commonly known as

Accepted Answer

Phytochemicals are nonnutrient compounds found in plants that have biological activity in the body, contributing to health benefits.

Question 10

A nutrient needed by the body and that must be supplied by foods is termed a(n)

Accepted Answer

An essential nutrient is one that the body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained from the diet.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT among the features of a chronic disease?

Accepted Answer

Chronic diseases typically develop slowly, last a long time, and progress gradually. They do not usually produce sharp pains, which are more characteristic of acute conditions.

Question 12

Approximately how much water (lbs)would be found in a 120-lb person?

Accepted Answer

The human body is composed of approximately 60% water. Therefore, in a 120-lb person, about 72 lbs would be water (120 lbs * 0.60 = 72 lbs).

Question 13

By chemical analysis,what nutrient is present in the highest amounts in most foods?

Accepted Answer

Water is present in the highest amounts in most foods, as it is a major component of both plant and animal tissues.

Question 14

A person who eats a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast every day is most likely making a food choice based on

Accepted Answer

The person is likely making a food choice based on habit, as eating the same breakfast every day suggests a routine or habitual behavior.

Question 15

All of the following are examples of functional foods EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Regular white bread is not considered a functional food as it does not have added health benefits beyond basic nutrition, unlike the other options which have specific health-promoting properties or added nutrients.

Question 16

What is the chief reason people choose the foods they eat?

Accepted Answer

Taste is often the primary factor influencing food choices, as people generally prefer foods that they find enjoyable and satisfying.

Question 17

A parent who offers a child a favorite snack as a reward for good behavior is encouraging a food behavior known as

Accepted Answer

Offering a favorite snack as a reward for good behavior creates a positive association between the behavior and the reward.

Question 18

A person viewing an exciting sports match of her favorite team and eating because of nervousness would be displaying a food choice behavior most likely based on

Accepted Answer

The person is eating due to nervousness, which indicates that the food choice behavior is based on emotional comfort.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT among the consequences of making poor food choices?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?

Accepted Answer

Iron is a micronutrient, which is needed in small amounts for the body to function properly.

Quiz 1: An Overview of Nutrition