Question 1

Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of hypertension?

Accepted Answer

A)   age
B)   gender
C)   genes
D)   a and b
E)   a and cF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

Which of the following raises HDL concentration?

Accepted Answer

A)   weight loss
B)   low cholesterol intake
C)   physical activity
D)   b and c
E)   a and cF) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 3

Which of the following is not one of the risk factors for CVD?

Accepted Answer

A)   diabetes
B)   hypertension
C)   high blood LDL
D)   high blood HDLE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Constituents in foods may be cancer causing, cancer promoting, or protective against cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 5

Dietary supplements can trigger extra immune power to fend off dangerous infections.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Obesity is a risk factor for certain cancers such as colon, breast, endometrial, pancreas, and kidney cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

All of the following are descriptive of events in the formation of cancer except:

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A)   all carcinogens damage or change the cell's genetic material to cause cancer.
B)   promoters cause the cell to multiply out of control, forming a tumor.
C)   cancer cells can spread through the blood and lymph.
D)   food contaminants may be powerful carcinogens.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following may offer a protective effect against colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   calcium
B)   potassium
C)   magnesium
D)   phosphorusE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 9

Thirty minutes of brisk walking on at least 5 days a week can improve the odds against heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Wherever dietary fat consists mostly of _____ fats and fish, fruits, and vegetables are eaten in abundance, blood cholesterol and the rate of death from heart disease are low.

Accepted Answer

A)   unsaturated
B)   saturated
C)   trans
D)   omega-6E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Individuals with hypertension being treated with certain diuretics should consume foods rich in:

Accepted Answer

A)   calcium.
B)   magnesium.
C)   potassium.
D)   folate.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

The CDC, American Heart Association, and other groups have collaborated to create a program that encourages people to:

Accepted Answer

A)   consume enough whole grains.
B)   eat more fish.
C)   switch from cow's milk to soy milk.
D)   fill half their plate with vegetables and fruits.Application-Level Multiple-Choice ItemsE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Your friend's parents both have heart disease. She is considering having genetic testing done so she can see what changes she might be able to make to reduce her risk of developing it as well. What would you tell her?

Accepted Answer

A)   Genetic testing is an inexpensive way to understand your medical profile.
B)   Ethical concerns are minor when the information is released.
C)   You can make lifestyle changes known to reduce your risk without genetic testing.
D)   There are fully defined links between specific gene variations and chronic disease.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of the effect of certain nutrients or foods on gene expression and disease development?

Accepted Answer

A)   A phytochemical found in broccoli and broccoli sprouts has been shown to reverse uncontrolled cancer cell division in laboratory studies.
B)   Supplementation of folate and vitamin B12 during pregnancy has been shown to turn off the "yellow and fat" gene in pups born to laboratory mice.
C)   Genomics testing laboratories have shown the benefits of supplements that are matched to an individual's personal genetic prescription.
D)   a and b
E)   a and cF) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 15

Which of the following must be given careful attention when feeding the person with AIDS?

Accepted Answer

A)   soft foods
B)   small, frequent snacks
C)   food safety
D)   USDA Food Patterns recommendationsE) A) and B)
F) C) and D) D

Question 16

All of the following dietary factors are protective against CVD except:

Accepted Answer

A)   omega-3 fatty acids.
B)   a low-carbohydrate diet.
C)   legumes.
D)   fish oils.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above A

Question 17

Which of the following nutrients plays a special role with respect to esophageal and colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamin E
B)   folate
C)   beta-carotene
D)   vitamin CE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

The metabolic syndrome greatly increases a person's risk of developing:

Accepted Answer

A)   hypertension.
B)   cancer.
C)   CVD.
D)   AIDS.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

To lower LDL cholesterol levels you would tell someone to:

Accepted Answer

A)   lose weight.
B)   consume a low-fat diet.
C)   increase physical activity.
D)   a and b
E)   a and cF) A) and B)
G) D) and E)

Question 20

An atherogenic diet is characterized as one that is:

Accepted Answer

A)   high in saturated fats.
B)   high in trans fats.
C)   high in polyunsaturated fats.
D)   a and b
E)   b and cF) None of the above
G) B) and C)

Exam 11: Diet and Health

Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of hypertension?

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Which of the following raises HDL concentration?

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Which of the following is not one of the risk factors for CVD?

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Constituents in foods may be cancer causing, cancer promoting, or protective against cancer.

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Dietary supplements can trigger extra immune power to fend off dangerous infections.

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Obesity is a risk factor for certain cancers such as colon, breast, endometrial, pancreas, and kidney cancer.

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All of the following are descriptive of events in the formation of cancer except:

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Which of the following may offer a protective effect against colon cancer?

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Thirty minutes of brisk walking on at least 5 days a week can improve the odds against heart disease.

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Wherever dietary fat consists mostly of _____ fats and fish, fruits, and vegetables are eaten in abundance, blood cholesterol and the rate of death from heart disease are low.

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Individuals with hypertension being treated with certain diuretics should consume foods rich in:

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The CDC, American Heart Association, and other groups have collaborated to create a program that encourages people to:

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Your friend's parents both have heart disease. She is considering having genetic testing done so she can see what changes she might be able to make to reduce her risk of developing it as well. What would you tell her?

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Which of the following is an example of the effect of certain nutrients or foods on gene expression and disease development?

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Which of the following must be given careful attention when feeding the person with AIDS?

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All of the following dietary factors are protective against CVD except:

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Which of the following nutrients plays a special role with respect to esophageal and colon cancer?

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The metabolic syndrome greatly increases a person's risk of developing:

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To lower LDL cholesterol levels you would tell someone to:

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An atherogenic diet is characterized as one that is:

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