Question 1

Which of the following is a criterion to identify fad diets?

Accepted Answer

A)   They include a wide variety of foods.
B)   They promise ease and comfort in weight loss.
C)   They require no special pills.
D)   They include an activity component.
E)   They may be safely followed for long periods of time.F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 2

Lisa has just found out that she is pregnant. This is her first pregnancy, and she wants to be sure to do everything right. She tells you, "I know I should not have any alcohol, and I have never been a smoker, but what about food? Is there anything I should do differently, or avoid? Which of the following would you include when teaching Lisa about nutrition during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)   "Restrict your total weight gain to 20 lb."
B)   "Eat an additional 10 to 15 g of protein a day."
C)   "Make sure your total calcium intake is 800 mg per day."
D)   "Try to include 15 mg of iron a day through food selections, but stay away from supplements."
E)   "Avoid yeast and leafy vegetables for the first three months."F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following is essential for fiber to work properly in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)   High fat intake
B)   Adequate water intake
C)   Exposure to sunlight
D)   Decreased protein intake
E)   Adequate restF) B) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 4

Organic substances that are essential for normal body growth and maintenance and are absorbed through the digestive system are either water-soluble or fat-soluble ________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Which of the following behaviors might a patient with an eating disorder exhibit or mention in conversation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Buys a wide variety of low-calorie foods
B)   Avoids skipping meals but snacks on low calorie foods
C)   Uses laxatives, excessive exercise, vomiting, or diuretics for weight control
D)   Enjoys going to a social event instead of dieting or exercising
E)   Follows a commercial weight-loss plan to ensure good nutritionF) None of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 6

Another name for vitamin C is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   carotene
B)   ascorbic acid
C)   niacin
D)   riboflavin
E)   calciferolF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following can be converted to glucose and used for immediate fuel?

Accepted Answer

A)   Proteins
B)   Lipids
C)   Carbohydrates
D)   Minerals
E)   WaterF) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 8

Which of the following is the most essential nutrient for building and repairing cells and tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)   Protein
B)   Fat
C)   Carbohydrates
D)   Vitamins
E)   MineralsF) None of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 9

The ________ aspect of weight loss includes methods such as keeping a food diary to pinpoint overeating patterns, controlling the stimuli associated with overeating, and providing rewards for successful behavior.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Which of the following are saturated fats?

Accepted Answer

A)   Corn and safflower oils
B)   Peanut and canola oils
C)   Sunflower and olive oils
D)   Coconut and palm oils
E)   Soya oils and vegetable shorteningsF) D) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamins
B)   Fiber
C)   Minerals
D)   Carbohydrates
E)   TriglyceridesF) C) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 12

An autoimmune reaction to gluten is ______ disease.

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Question 13

A fat-related substance produced by the liver that can also be obtained through animal-based foods and is the structural basis for all steroid hormones and vitamin D is ________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Which of the following is a sign or symptom of anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

A)   Feeling out of control while eating
B)   Cessation of menstruation
C)   Eating large quantities of food in a short period, followed by purging
D)   Buying and consuming large quantities of food
E)   Erosion of tooth enamelF) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 15

The optimal percentage of body fat for females younger than age 50 is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   10% to 14%
B)   12% to 19%
C)   14% to 23%
D)   16% to 25%
E)   18% to 30%F) All of the above
G) B) and C)

Question 16

After the body's carbohydrate reserves are depleted, which of the following does the body burn?

Accepted Answer

A)   Protein
B)   Fat
C)   Minerals
D)   Vitamins
E)   WaterF) None of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 17

Which of the following contain unsaturated fats?

Accepted Answer

A)   Meats and animal products
B)   Corn oil and olive oil
C)   Butter and whole milk
D)   Egg yolks
E)   Fried foodsF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 18

A measure of body fat based on height and weight that is often used in assessing nutritional levels is the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   skinfold test
B)   specific gravity test
C)   calorie
D)   body mass index
E)   muscle mass testF) A) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 19

Which of the following is the daily recommendation of fiber for adults?

Accepted Answer

A)   2 grams per 1000 calories
B)   14 grams per 1000 calories
C)   34 grams per 1000 calories
D)   76 grams per 1000 calories
E)   100 grams per 1000 caloriesF) B) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 20

What is the optimal percentage of body fat for a 55-year-old male?

Accepted Answer

A)   10% to 14%
B)   12% to 19%
C)   14% to 23%
D)   16% to 25%
E)   18% to 30%F) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

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Which of the following are saturated fats?

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After the body's carbohydrate reserves are depleted, which of the following does the body burn?

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A fat-related substance produced by the liver that can also be obtained through animal-based foods and is the structural basis for all steroid hormones and vitamin D is ________.

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