Nutrition Ch 2,3,11 quiz review

The following lifestyle modifications recommended to reduce blood pressure include all of the following, except:

40 minutes of physical activity most days of the week Reducing sodium intake to less than 2300mg sodium per day limiting alcohol intake (Men: 2 drinks per day, Women: 1 drink per day) -All of these are recommended. Following the DASH eating plan

Match the digestive enzyme to the macronutrient it breaks down.

Carbohydrase-Carbohydrates Lipase-Fats/Lipids Protease-Proteins

Match the digestive condition to its symptom and treatment.

Constipation-difficult, infrequent bowel movements Diarrhea-frequent loose bowel movements Heartburn-gnawing pain or burning in upper chest from stomach acid Peptic Ulcer-a sore in the lining of the stomach Irritable bowel syndrome-intestinal cramps and abnormal bowel function

The U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommend eating which of the following categories of vegetables daily for optimal health?

Dark green leafy vegetables -All of these Red and orange vegetables Starchy vegetables and legumes

_______________ is a protein that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction and helps to break down macronutrients.

Enzyme

Which of the following statements is true?

Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) is the average daily energy (calorie) intake predicted to maintain energy balance in a healthy adult of a certain age, gender, weight, height, and level of physical activity consistent with good health.

Absorption of water and minerals occurs in the small intestine.

False

Less than 10 percent of cancers are influenced by diet.

False

The DASH diet is designed for athletes who compete in sprinting events.

False

Which of the following statements is not true about the small intestine?

It is made up of the rectum and anus.

The ________ is the organ in the body that produces bile which aids in the digestion and absorption of fat and fat soluble vitamins.

Liver

______________ digestive actions include chewing, mixing by the stomach, adding fluid, and moving the tract's contents by peristalsis.

Mechanical

A diet high in whole grains can provide increased dietary fiber and reduce the risk of colon cancer.

True

Both starvation and obesity impair the body's immune response to infection/disease.

True

Inflammation is an underlying factor that is implicated in chronic illnesses because it can cause continuous harm to the tissues.

True

Many chronic diseases are themselves risk factors for other chronic diseases.

True

The INGREDIENTS list on a Nutrition Facts Panel lists ingredients in descending order by weight.

True

The USDA's interactive internet dietary and menu planning guide is called MyPlate and can be found at www.choosemyplate.gov (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..

True

The primary function of the digestive system is to breakdown food and absorb nutrients.

True

When calorie intakes rise, cancer rates also increase.

True

When selecting fruit to eat that is dried, frozen, or canned it is best to read the ingredient list and avoid if additional sugars or syrups have been added.

True

Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)

_________________ encompass a variety of energy and nutrient intake standards that are used as references when making dietary recommendations. They are intended to help people reduce their risk of nutrient deficiencies or excesses. They include Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs), Estimated Average Requirement (EAR), Adequate Intakes (AIs), Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL), and Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR).

Which of the following foods would not be considered good sources of protein?

apples and avocados

Tissue damage and inflammation in the arteries that can lead to atherosclerosis might be caused by all of the following ways except for:

balanced blood sugar levels

Eating more of which food is a sure way to consume more phytochemicals?

beans, fruits, vegetables

Which of the following is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

diabetes

A diet that contributes to atherosclerosis (clogged arteries) is high in all of the following except:

fiber

You are planning a meal that includes a hamburger on a bun, coleslaw, and French fries. Which of the following is the most nutrient-dense meal alternative?

lean pork tenderloin, spinach salad, brown rice, and strawberries

A diet high in refined carbohydrates (white flour/added processed sugars) worsens heart disease by:

lowering HDL cholesterol (your good cholesterol)

Vitamin A helps protect against disease/illness by:

maintaining the health of tissues in the body that provide protective barriers to infection (e.g. skin and other epithelial tissues like mucous membranes)

Which of the following minerals is important to get in the diet to help regulate blood pressure?

potassium

Besides calcium, dairy products also provide important sources of:

protein and vitamin D (when fortified)

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about diets high in red meat and processed meat (meat preserved by smoking, curing, or salting or by the addition of preservatives)?

provide a great source of dietary fiber

The large intestine contains vast numbers of various types of healthy probiotic bacteria, that can do all of the following, except:

secrete digestive enzymes

Food labels must state the contents of which of these nutrients expressed as a percentage of the Daily Values?

sodium

Which of the following are not nutrients that are chronically undersupplied by diets of people ages 2 years and older?

sodium and saturated fat

You want to look up the appropriate DRI values for a client. Which characteristic is not needed to determine this value?

the client's level of physical activity

Which of the following would not be considered whole grains or whole grain products?

white rice and white bread that has been fortified and enriched with B vitamins and fiber

According to the Dietary Guidelines, Americans need to eat more of which of the following foods:

whole grains