Question 1

Vignette #1 Robert and Chris have been at a local bar near their dormitory for 1 hour. Chris has had three beers already and Robert tells him to slow down because too much alcohol can cause death. Chris says this is not true since you just go to sleep when you drink too much. Chris also says that since he is allowed two drinks a day on average, he decided to save them up for the weekend. Robert is beginning to suspect that Chris might have a drinking problem. Let's see if you know more than Chris does concerning alcohol by answering these questions.
As a friend, Robert asks Chris to consider whether low to moderate alcohol consumption is a health benefit or a health risk for him personally. Robert also reminds Chris that the leading cause of death for college-age males is ____.

Accepted Answer

According to the vignette, Robert reminds Chris that the leading cause of death for college-age males is accidents, which includes alcohol-related incidents. Therefore, low to moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk for Chris.

Question 2

Vignette #2 Sue and her friends are having lunch in the school cafeteria. Sue is drinking bottled water, Joe is drinking Gatorade, Ben has a soft drink, Marsha is sipping iced tea, and Tom is drinking vitamin-enhanced water. Tom thinks he is drinking the best beverage of all because it has vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and some herbs in it. Marsha is counting on the caffeine to keep her alert during her English class and Sue thinks she made the best choice. Ben really doesn't think much about what he drinks at all. Let's answer these questions and learn more about these beverages.
Which would be a good reason for Sue to purchase bottled water?

Accepted Answer

Bottled water may be preferred by some individuals due to taste preferences, which can vary significantly from one's tap water. The other options present generalized claims that are not universally true.

Question 3

Vignette #2 Sue and her friends are having lunch in the school cafeteria. Sue is drinking bottled water, Joe is drinking Gatorade, Ben has a soft drink, Marsha is sipping iced tea, and Tom is drinking vitamin-enhanced water. Tom thinks he is drinking the best beverage of all because it has vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and some herbs in it. Marsha is counting on the caffeine to keep her alert during her English class and Sue thinks she made the best choice. Ben really doesn't think much about what he drinks at all. Let's answer these questions and learn more about these beverages.
Ben thinks his choice of a regular soft drink is the best because he spent the least amount of money on it. However, which may be a problem with consuming a lot of soft drinks?

Accepted Answer

Regular consumption of soft drinks is linked to an increased risk of dental caries due to their high sugar content and acidity, which can erode tooth enamel.

Question 4

Match between columns
                        Premises: alcohol abuse
alcohol
cirrhosis
tolerance
alcohol dehydrogenase
functional tolerance
acetaldehyde
alcohol dependency
metabolic tolerance
alcoholic hepatitis
caffeine

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Question 5

List at least five key nutrients milk contributes to the diet?

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Question 6

Vignette #1 Robert and Chris have been at a local bar near their dormitory for 1 hour. Chris has had three beers already and Robert tells him to slow down because too much alcohol can cause death. Chris says this is not true since you just go to sleep when you drink too much. Chris also says that since he is allowed two drinks a day on average, he decided to save them up for the weekend. Robert is beginning to suspect that Chris might have a drinking problem. Let's see if you know more than Chris does concerning alcohol by answering these questions.
How many drinks does Chris need to drink during the evening to constitute a "binge"?

Accepted Answer

A "binge" drinking session is typically defined as consuming 5 or more drinks for males in about two hours.

Question 7

Discuss water balance, what contributes to water output, and what contributes to water input.

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Question 8

Discuss the research findings in regards to regular soft drink consumption and health.

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Question 9

Vignette #2 Sue and her friends are having lunch in the school cafeteria. Sue is drinking bottled water, Joe is drinking Gatorade, Ben has a soft drink, Marsha is sipping iced tea, and Tom is drinking vitamin-enhanced water. Tom thinks he is drinking the best beverage of all because it has vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and some herbs in it. Marsha is counting on the caffeine to keep her alert during her English class and Sue thinks she made the best choice. Ben really doesn't think much about what he drinks at all. Let's answer these questions and learn more about these beverages.
What effect is attributed to drinking tea?

Accepted Answer

Tea, especially green tea, is known for its potential to lower total cholesterol levels due to its antioxidant properties.

Question 10

Vignette #2 Sue and her friends are having lunch in the school cafeteria. Sue is drinking bottled water, Joe is drinking Gatorade, Ben has a soft drink, Marsha is sipping iced tea, and Tom is drinking vitamin-enhanced water. Tom thinks he is drinking the best beverage of all because it has vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and some herbs in it. Marsha is counting on the caffeine to keep her alert during her English class and Sue thinks she made the best choice. Ben really doesn't think much about what he drinks at all. Let's answer these questions and learn more about these beverages.
What characteristic should Joe expect in his Gatorade sports drink?

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Gatorade sports drinks are formulated to provide a mix of sugars, including glucose, sucrose, and fructose, to help replenish energy and maintain performance during exercise.

Question 11

How do coffee and tea influence nutritional health?

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Question 12

Describe why alcohol consumption can lead to dehydration. Be sure to mention the following terms in your answer: kidneys, antidiuretic hormone, and water.

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Question 13

Vignette #1 Robert and Chris have been at a local bar near their dormitory for 1 hour. Chris has had three beers already and Robert tells him to slow down because too much alcohol can cause death. Chris says this is not true since you just go to sleep when you drink too much. Chris also says that since he is allowed two drinks a day on average, he decided to save them up for the weekend. Robert is beginning to suspect that Chris might have a drinking problem. Let's see if you know more than Chris does concerning alcohol by answering these questions.
Chris argues that beer does not raise your blood alcohol level as much as hard liquor. Which beverage/amount combination has more alcohol than 12 ounces of regular beer?

Accepted Answer

Standard drinks (defined as containing 14 grams of pure alcohol) include 12 ounces of regular beer, 5 ounces of wine, and 1 1/2 ounces of distilled spirits (vodka, gin, etc.), meaning they all contain roughly the same amount of alcohol.

Question 14

What differentiates hard and soft waters?

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Question 15

What are some symptoms of a hangover, and what are thought to be its main causes?

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Question 16

Vignette #1 Robert and Chris have been at a local bar near their dormitory for 1 hour. Chris has had three beers already and Robert tells him to slow down because too much alcohol can cause death. Chris says this is not true since you just go to sleep when you drink too much. Chris also says that since he is allowed two drinks a day on average, he decided to save them up for the weekend. Robert is beginning to suspect that Chris might have a drinking problem. Let's see if you know more than Chris does concerning alcohol by answering these questions.
As they sit and talk, Chris begins to smoke a cigarette. Robert can't believe his friend has such poor judgment and says, "Chris, don't you know that drinking alcohol and smoking puts you at a much higher risk for ____?"

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Question 17

Your friend Jane is pregnant and wants to know if consuming one to two beers is safe while pregnant. What should you advise her based on your knowledge in this class?

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Question 18

List and discuss five health risks associated with alcohol.

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Question 19

Vignette #2 Sue and her friends are having lunch in the school cafeteria. Sue is drinking bottled water, Joe is drinking Gatorade, Ben has a soft drink, Marsha is sipping iced tea, and Tom is drinking vitamin-enhanced water. Tom thinks he is drinking the best beverage of all because it has vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and some herbs in it. Marsha is counting on the caffeine to keep her alert during her English class and Sue thinks she made the best choice. Ben really doesn't think much about what he drinks at all. Let's answer these questions and learn more about these beverages.
Which statement about enhanced waters is correct?

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Question 20

Why is moderate alcohol consumption associated with a decreased risk of heart disease? Who can benefit most from these effects?

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Quiz 9: Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Healthspotlight: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

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