Question 1

Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

Accepted Answer

A)   calcium
B)   vitamin B12
C)   vitamin D
D)   vitamin CE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following statement is FALSE regarding omega-6 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are another form of polyunsaturated fat.
B)   They contain the essential nutrient linoleic acid.
C)   They are primarily found in palm and coconut oils.
D)   Some nutritionists recommend people reduce the proportion of omega-6s they consume in favour of omega-3s.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Of the 20 common amino acids, how many of these are termed "essential"?

Accepted Answer

A)   3
B)   9
C)   18
D)   29E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 4

The recommended self-treatment for foodborne illness is limiting intake of food and water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein. Which of the following would not be a complete protein combination?

Accepted Answer

A)   wild rice, beans and corn
B)   lentils and beans
C)   peanut butter and milk
D)   corn and apple sauceE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is ____________ grams.

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A)   18
B)   28
C)   38
D)   more than 50E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

The process in which foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called

Accepted Answer

A)   respiration.
B)   metabolism.
C)   digestion.
D)   catenation.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Carbohydrate provides _____________ calories per gram.

Accepted Answer

A)   4
B)   7
C)   9
D)   12E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

Accepted Answer

A)   potato
B)   pinto bean
C)   broccoli
D)   carrotE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

The liver and muscles store carbohydrates in the form of

Accepted Answer

A)   glucose.
B)   glycogen.
C)   fructose.
D)   sucrose.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Two vitamins produced within the body are

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamin D and vitamin K.
B)   vitamin C and vitamin D.
C)   niacin and vitamin K.
D)   vitamin B and biotin.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Carbohydrates consumed more than the body's energy needs are stored in the muscle as glucose.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding trans fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   They raise the levels of low-density lipoproteins in the blood.
B)   They lower the levels of high-density lipoproteins in the blood.
C)   They increase one's risk of developing heart disease.
D)   They decrease one's risk of having a heart attack.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

___________ is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

Accepted Answer

A)   Trillium
B)   Millium
C)   Psyllium
D)   FylliumE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

A nutrient claim of "cholesterol free" means which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   0 milligrams of cholesterol
B)   less than 2 milligrams of cholesterol
C)   2 to 5 milligrams of cholesterol
D)   10 milligrams of cholesterolE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Which of the following vitamins does not act as an antioxidant?

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamin E
B)   vitamin C
C)   vitamin A
D)   vitamin BE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 18

The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

Accepted Answer

A)   proteins.
B)   carbohydrates.
C)   fats.
D)   vitamins.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Exam 5: Nutrition Basics

The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is ____________ grams.

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Which of the following statement is FALSE regarding omega-6 fatty acids?

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___________ is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

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Carbohydrates consumed more than the body's energy needs are stored in the muscle as glucose.

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Carbohydrate provides _____________ calories per gram.

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Of the 20 common amino acids, how many of these are termed "essential"?

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The process in which foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called

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Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein. Which of the following would not be a complete protein combination?

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Which of the following vitamins does not act as an antioxidant?

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Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

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Two vitamins produced within the body are

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Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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A nutrient claim of "cholesterol free" means which of the following?

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The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

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The recommended self-treatment for foodborne illness is limiting intake of food and water.

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Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

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The liver and muscles store carbohydrates in the form of

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding trans fatty acids?

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The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is ____________ grams.

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Which of the following statement is FALSE regarding omega-6 fatty acids?

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___________ is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.

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Carbohydrates consumed more than the body's energy needs are stored in the muscle as glucose.

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Carbohydrate provides _____________ calories per gram.

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Of the 20 common amino acids, how many of these are termed "essential"?

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The process in which foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called

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Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein. Which of the following would not be a complete protein combination?

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Which of the following vitamins does not act as an antioxidant?

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Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?

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Two vitamins produced within the body are

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Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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A nutrient claim of "cholesterol free" means which of the following?

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The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is

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The recommended self-treatment for foodborne illness is limiting intake of food and water.

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Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding trans fatty acids?

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