Question 1

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
At her sister's summer barbeque, Donna looks over the meats on the table to decide which meat to choose. In lieu of her concerns about cancer risk, what meat would be her best choice?

Accepted Answer

Roasted turkey is a better choice as it is a lean protein and lower in saturated fats compared to the other options listed. Red meats, processed meats (like hot dogs, salami, and cured ham), and fried chicken are all higher in saturated fats and have been linked to an increased risk of cancer.

Question 2

Michael is a young business systems analyst who avoids fried foods and fast food, drinks only black coffee and water, consumes one alcoholic drink on occasion, uses olive oil when preparing meals, and gets 8 to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Is there anything that Michael needs to do to decrease his cancer risk?

Accepted Answer

While Michael's current lifestyle choices are healthy, incorporating regular physical activity is also important for decreasing cancer risk.

Question 3

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                        Premises: hemorrhaging
intrinsic factor
atrophic gastritis
macular degeneration
scurvy
rickets
anemia
osteomalacia
beriberi
pellagra
night blindness

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Question 4

High blood levels of homocysteine ____.

Accepted Answer

High blood levels of homocysteine tend to be associated with low blood levels of vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and folate. Homocysteine is a non-protein amino acid that is produced by the body during the normal metabolism of methionine, another amino acid that is found in many dietary proteins. Elevated levels of homocysteine in the blood have been associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke, and dementia. Adequate intake of these B vitamins through diet or supplementation can help lower homocysteine levels and reduce the risk of these chronic diseases.

Question 5

What individuals may be at higher risk for a vitamin D deficiency and why? List two food sources of vitamin D.

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Question 6

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
Donna read that cruciferous vegetables may reduce the incidence of cancer at several sites. Which dish is a good source of a cruciferous vegetable?

Accepted Answer

Broccoli slaw is a good source of a cruciferous vegetable, since it is made from shredded raw broccoli. Corn-on-the-cob, fresh tomato slices, raw baby carrots, and green beans are not cruciferous vegetables.

Question 7

Choline is ____.

Accepted Answer

Choline is considered a conditionally essential nutrient, meaning that although the body can produce small amounts of it, it is still important to obtain it from dietary sources. It is needed for various bodily functions such as cell membrane structure, neurotransmitter production, and lipid metabolism.

Question 8

In two to three paragraphs, provide a brief overview of the water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

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Question 9

Discuss three tips for handling and cooking fruits and vegetables to prevent the loss of vitamins.

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Question 10

List the antioxidant nutrients and briefly describe the general functions of these nutrients in the body. Provide two food sources for each antioxidant.

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Question 11

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
Donna can lower her risk of skin cancer by consuming foods high in beta-carotene such as _____.

Accepted Answer

Cantaloupe is high in beta-carotene, while cucumbers, apples, bananas, and avocados are not significant sources of beta-carotene.

Question 12

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
Donna is surprised to learn that despite a family history of cancer, there is still a lot she can do to prevent cancer and lower her risk. Which is not a lifestyle behavior that can reduce her cancer risk?

Accepted Answer

The only lifestyle behavior that cannot reduce cancer risks is "Don't worry about energy intake." In fact, maintaining a healthy diet and watching energy intake can play a vital role in reducing cancer risk. The other options, getting to a healthy weight, limiting sun exposure, eating more fruits and vegetables, and establishing a regular activity routine can all help reduce cancer risks.

Question 13

Describe important considerations in choosing a vitamin and mineral supplement.

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Question 14

Briefly describe which groups of people may be susceptible to vitamin K deficiency as well as those who need to monitor vitamin K in their diets to avoid fluctuations in vitamin K levels.

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Question 15

How can one be deficient in B₁₂ if his/her intake of the vitamin is adequate?

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Question 16

What are four nutrition/physical-activity-related recommendations to reduce the risk of colon cancer?

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Question 17

Define phytochemicals and list three types of phytochemicals.

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Question 18

Because ____ are widespread in foods, people who eat a varied diet are not at risk for deficiencies of these vitamins.

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Question 19

Vignette Donna is a 22-year-old college student on the tennis team. She prides herself on staying in shape but often eats empty-calorie meals when she is in a rush. She knows that some family members have had different kinds of cancer and is curious to find out what steps, if any, she can reduce her risks. She visits a reputable site on the Internet and gleans several useful suggestions that she plans on implementing. Let's see if you agree with her new found information.
The National Cancer Institute estimates that about 85 percent of all cancers are associated with ____.

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Question 20

List eight particular groups of people who, under the guidance of a physician or dietitian, should take a multivitamin-mineral supplement.

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Quiz 7: The Vitamins: a Functional Approachspotlight: Nutrition and Cancer Prevention

Match the term with the short phrase or description that best matches it.

High blood levels of homocysteine ____.

What individuals may be at higher risk for a vitamin D deficiency and why? List two food sources of vitamin D.

Choline is ____.

In two to three paragraphs, provide a brief overview of the water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

Discuss three tips for handling and cooking fruits and vegetables to prevent the loss of vitamins.

List the antioxidant nutrients and briefly describe the general functions of these nutrients in the body. Provide two food sources for each antioxidant.

Describe important considerations in choosing a vitamin and mineral supplement.

Briefly describe which groups of people may be susceptible to vitamin K deficiency as well as those who need to monitor vitamin K in their diets to avoid fluctuations in vitamin K levels.

How can one be deficient in B₁₂ if his/her intake of the vitamin is adequate?

What are four nutrition/physical-activity-related recommendations to reduce the risk of colon cancer?

Define phytochemicals and list three types of phytochemicals.

Because ____ are widespread in foods, people who eat a varied diet are not at risk for deficiencies of these vitamins.

List eight particular groups of people who, under the guidance of a physician or dietitian, should take a multivitamin-mineral supplement.

Quiz 7: The Vitamins: a Functional Approachspotlight: Nutrition and Cancer Prevention

Match the term with the short phrase or description that best matches it.

High blood levels of homocysteine ____.

What individuals may be at higher risk for a vitamin D deficiency and why? List two food sources of vitamin D.

Choline is ____.

In two to three paragraphs, provide a brief overview of the water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins.

Discuss three tips for handling and cooking fruits and vegetables to prevent the loss of vitamins.

List the antioxidant nutrients and briefly describe the general functions of these nutrients in the body. Provide two food sources for each antioxidant.

Describe important considerations in choosing a vitamin and mineral supplement.

Briefly describe which groups of people may be susceptible to vitamin K deficiency as well as those who need to monitor vitamin K in their diets to avoid fluctuations in vitamin K levels.

How can one be deficient in B12 if his/her intake of the vitamin is adequate?

What are four nutrition/physical-activity-related recommendations to reduce the risk of colon cancer?

Define phytochemicals and list three types of phytochemicals.

Because ____ are widespread in foods, people who eat a varied diet are not at risk for deficiencies of these vitamins.

List eight particular groups of people who, under the guidance of a physician or dietitian, should take a multivitamin-mineral supplement.

How can one be deficient in B₁₂ if his/her intake of the vitamin is adequate?