Question 1

Monique is a 19-year-old college student who would like to follow a Mediterranean diet pattern instead of her typical "western" diet.Based on this information,Monique should

Accepted Answer

Following a Mediterranean diet pattern typically involves increasing fruit intake, so Monique should increase her intake of fruit. The other answer choices go against the recommended foods for a Mediterranean diet, which typically includes more plant-based foods, seafood, and limited red meat intake.

Question 2

You are planning a party for a group of college students.Some of the students follow the dietary practices of the Jewish,Islamic,and Mormon religions.Which of the following menu items would be acceptable to everyone at the party?

Accepted Answer

Meatless bean dip is acceptable to everyone, as it meets the dietary restrictions of all three religions (Jewish, Islamic, and Mormon). 
The other options are not suitable as crackers topped with slices of smoked ham is not allowed in both Islamic and Jewish dietary practices, cheeseburgers contain meat, which is not allowed in both Islamic and Mormon dietary practices, and beer is not allowed in the Mormon religion.

Question 3

According to the Latin American,Mediterranean,and Asian Diet Pyramids,people should eat small amounts of

Accepted Answer

All three diet pyramids recommend people to eat small amounts of animal foods, such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, the emphasis is on lean sources of protein and limited intake of saturated and trans fats, which can increase the risk of heart disease and other health problems. Therefore, choosing small portions of animal foods that are low in fat and cholesterol is the best choice.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

The Mediterranean diet is known for its emphasis on olive oil and fish, while the traditional American diet tends to have less of these components.

Note: B is incorrect because the traditional Asian diet does not typically include high amounts of milk and milk products, due to many people in Asian countries being lactose intolerant. C is incorrect because Mormon dietary laws forbid the consumption of coffee, tea, and alcohol, but pork is not forbidden. D is incorrect because Jewish dietary laws do allow for the consumption of alcohol in moderation, but there are restrictions on which types of alcohol are permitted.

Quiz 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet

Monique is a 19-year-old college student who would like to follow a Mediterranean diet pattern instead of her typical "western" diet.Based on this information,Monique should

You are planning a party for a group of college students.Some of the students follow the dietary practices of the Jewish,Islamic,and Mormon religions.Which of the following menu items would be acceptable to everyone at the party?

According to the Latin American,Mediterranean,and Asian Diet Pyramids,people should eat small amounts of

Which of the following statements is true?