Question 1

Individuals with diabetes benefit from a diet that is low in simple sugars and complex carbohydrates.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following statements about alcohol is TRUE?

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A)  It is not an essential nutrient.
B)  It supplies 9 calories of energy per gram.
C)  It plays an important role in supplying necessary enzymes.
D)  It cannot be converted into fat.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommended number of servings for all the food groups in the USDA's MyPlate.

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Question 5

Vegetarians who eat no meat,poultry,or fish,but do eat eggs and dairy products,are called

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A)  vegans.
B)  lacto-vegans.
C)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians.
D)  semivegetarians.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Most of the fats in food are in the form of

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A)  cholesterol.
B)  low-density lipids.
C)  triglycerides.
D)  high-density lipids.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

Which of the following statements about trans fatty acids is TRUE?

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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)  All of these statements are true.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 8

What is the main nutrition-related problem likely to be encountered by a vegan if his or her diet is not carefully selected?

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A)  high cholesterol level
B)  insufficient intake of vitamin B-12
C)  insufficient intake of complex carbohydrates
D)  insufficient intake of fiberE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which of the following essential nutrients does NOT supply energy?

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A)  proteins
B)  fats
C)  carbohydrates
D)  vitaminsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

The refinement of whole grains transforms brown rice into white rice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A food rich in calcium is

Accepted Answer

A)  low-fat milk.
B)  lean meat.
C)  carrots.
D)  apples.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following macronutrient distributions is consistent with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges set by the Food and Nutrition Board?

Accepted Answer

A)  40 percent of daily calories as protein,40 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,20 percent of daily calories as fat
B)  30 percent of daily calories as protein,35 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,35 percent of daily calories as fat
C)  10 percent of daily calories as protein,65 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,25 percent of daily calories as fat
D)  15 percent of daily calories as protein,45 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,40 percent of daily calories as fatE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

A leading source of trans fats in the American diet is fried fast foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

List the food groups in the USDA's MyPlate.For each group,provide the suggested range of daily servings.

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The food groups in the USDA's MyPlate ar...

Question 15

The primary function of vitamins is

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A)  to serve as an important component of muscle.
B)  to provide texture and flavor to foods.
C)  to regulate various chemical reactions within cells.
D)  all of these.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 16

All of the following are good sources of fiber EXCEPT

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A)  avocado.
B)  hamburger.
C)  oatmeal.
D)  winter squash.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

Josh is a freshman and is in need of eating strategies to use when he has his meals in the dining hall.List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

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1. Fill half your plate with fruits and ...

Question 18

The liver and muscles store carbohydrates in the form of

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

Hydrogenation

Accepted Answer

A)  reduces the amount of cholesterol in saturated fats.
B)  increases the shelf life of products containing fat.
C)  turns liquid oils into solid or semi-solid fats.
D)  has been banned by the FDA.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Moderate alcohol intake is no more than ______ drink(s) per day for women and ______ drink(s) per day for men.

Accepted Answer

A)  1;1
B)  1;2
C)  2;3
D)  3;4E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

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A food rich in calcium is

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Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommended number of servings for all the food groups in the USDA's MyPlate.

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Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.

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Which of the following essential nutrients does NOT supply energy?

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Hydrogenation

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Individuals with diabetes benefit from a diet that is low in simple sugars and complex carbohydrates.

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What is the main nutrition-related problem likely to be encountered by a vegan if his or her diet is not carefully selected?

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Moderate alcohol intake is no more than ______ drink(s) per day for women and ______ drink(s) per day for men.

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Most of the fats in food are in the form of

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Vegetarians who eat no meat,poultry,or fish,but do eat eggs and dairy products,are called

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The refinement of whole grains transforms brown rice into white rice.

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Which of the following statements about trans fatty acids is TRUE?

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List the food groups in the USDA's MyPlate.For each group,provide the suggested range of daily servings.

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