Question 1

The fats that are liquid both at room temperature and in the refrigerator are ________ fats.

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The answer of The fats that are liquid both at...

Question 2

Vitamin water contains about as many calories as a soft drink.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Your body needs at least ______ specific vitamins.

Accepted Answer

A)  5
B)  7
C)  9
D)  11
E)  15F) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 4

The mineral ________ is a trace mineral essential for maintenance of fluid balance; it joins with chloride to form salt.

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The answer of The mineral ________ is a trace mineral...

Question 5

Occurs when a food is contaminated by natural toxins

Accepted Answer

A)  Food infection
B)  Antioxidants
C)  Fat-soluble
D)  Food intoxicationE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 6

Food ________ occurs when a food is contaminated by natural toxins or by microbes that produce toxins.

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The answer of Food ________ occurs when a food is...

Question 7

Oxygen in the body is metabolized to produce unstable molecules called ________, which can damage cell structures and DNA.

Accepted Answer

A)  antioxidants
B)  phytochemicals
C)  free radicals
D)  phytoesterolsE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following food products is highest in unsaturated fats?

Accepted Answer

A)  vegetable oils
B)  palm oils
C)  poultry
D)  whole milkE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Organic substances needed by the body in small amounts, called ________, serve as catalysts for releasing energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and aid in chemical reactions in the body.

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The answer of Organic substances needed by the body in...

Question 10

The FDA has concluded that all genetically modified food products require special safety testing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true about fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fiber is best obtained through pills and other fiber supplements.
B)  Increases in daily fiber intake should be gradual.
C)  Consuming excessive fiber can increase vitamin absorption.
D)  The typical American diet provides about 25g of fiber a day.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  protein
B)  carbohydrates
C)  fat
D)  water
E)  vitaminsF) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 13

Nutrients needed in large amount in the body are called ________.

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The answer of Nutrients needed in large amount in the...

Question 14

Which of the following statements about vitamins and minerals is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consuming excessive amounts of vitamins or minerals can lead to toxicity.
B)  Two types of vitamins exist-fat- and water-soluble.
C)  Minerals are organic substances; vitamins are inorganic.
D)  Vitamins and minerals are both micronutrients.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Substances in foods that neutralize the effects of free radicals

Accepted Answer

A)  Food infection
B)  Antioxidants
C)  Fat-soluble
D)  Food intoxicationE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 16

Which of the following common practices creates the greatest risk of transmitting foodborne illnesses?

Accepted Answer

A)  placing cold foods in a refrigerator immediately after grocery shopping
B)  defrosting meat and poultry at room temperature
C)  holding cooked foods at 150 ∘\circ∘  F before serving
D)  washing raw produce E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Substances derived from plants that may prevent degenerative diseases such as cancer and heart disease are called ________.

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The answer of Substances derived from plants that may prevent...

Question 18

There is no treatment or cure for food allergies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Animal proteins are usually a good source of ________ proteins, which are composed of ample amounts of essential amino acids.

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The answer of Animal proteins are usually a good source...

Question 20

Vitamins A, D, E, and K are ________-soluble vitamins.

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The answer of Vitamins A, D, E, and K are...

Exam 5: Nutrition

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

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Occurs when a food is contaminated by natural toxins

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There is no treatment or cure for food allergies.

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Substances in foods that neutralize the effects of free radicals

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Substances derived from plants that may prevent degenerative diseases such as cancer and heart disease are called ________.

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Organic substances needed by the body in small amounts, called ________, serve as catalysts for releasing energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and aid in chemical reactions in the body.

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Vitamins A, D, E, and K are ________-soluble vitamins.

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Oxygen in the body is metabolized to produce unstable molecules called ________, which can damage cell structures and DNA.

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Which of the following statements about vitamins and minerals is FALSE?

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The fats that are liquid both at room temperature and in the refrigerator are ________ fats.

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Vitamin water contains about as many calories as a soft drink.

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The mineral ________ is a trace mineral essential for maintenance of fluid balance; it joins with chloride to form salt.

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Which of the following food products is highest in unsaturated fats?

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Which of the following statements is true about fiber?

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Food ________ occurs when a food is contaminated by natural toxins or by microbes that produce toxins.

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Animal proteins are usually a good source of ________ proteins, which are composed of ample amounts of essential amino acids.

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The FDA has concluded that all genetically modified food products require special safety testing.

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Nutrients needed in large amount in the body are called ________.

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Which of the following common practices creates the greatest risk of transmitting foodborne illnesses?

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Your body needs at least ______ specific vitamins.

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