Nutrition Chapter 2
How many amino acids are necessary for the body to function properly? A. 22 B. 8-10 C. 12-14
A
What is a complete protein? A. A complete protein is a food source that contains all the essential amino acids. B. A complete protein is a food source such as vegetables and legumes C. A complete protein is any food source that contains at least one essential amino acid
A
What is the primary storage form of fats? A. Triglycerides B. HDL Cholesterol C. LDL cholesterol D. Saturated Fats
A
Which is false? A. Proteins are small molecules that can easily pass through cell membranes. B. Plasma proteins are found in the blood. C. Plasma proteins keep fluid in the blood vessels rather than leaking into the tissue.
A
Which is true about unsaturated fats? A. They are liquid at room temperature B. They are mainly found in beef and poultry C. They are the unhealthiest type of fat D. All of the above
A
Which of the following correctly describes how carbohydrates are utilized in the body? A. Carbohydrates from the food you eat are broken down to glucose then transported through the blood stream to cells in the body where they provide energy. B. Glucose from the food you eat is built into carbohydrates, transported in the blood stream to cells in the body where they provide energy. C. Carbohydrates from the food you eat are transported through the blood stream to the cells in the body where they provide energy and create a by-product called glucose. D. Carbohydrates from the food you eat provide energy to the cells and are then transported through the blood stream to be stored as glucose.
A
Which of the following statements about fat-soluble vitamins are true? A. Fat-soluble vitamins need fat to be present to be absorbed. B. Vitamin C is an example of fat-soluble vitamins C. Fat-soluble vitamins are vitamins that dissolve fat D. All of the above
A
According to the dietary guidelines for american 2005, you should limit your fat intake to what percentage of your total calories? A. less than 10% B. 25-30% C. 45-55% D. 65-75%
B
Protein provides how many calories per gram? A. 2 B. 4 C. 6 D. 9
B
What type of fat is found in mean and most animal products, and can increase your cholesterol level when consumed? A. Unsaturated fats B. Saturated Fats C. Trans-fat D. Triglycerides
B
Which is false? A. Wheat, oats, and barley are incomplete proteins. B. Corn contains all of the essential amino acids. C. Vegetables and legumes are incomplete proteins. D. All of the above
B
Which is true? A. It is recommended to eat 10 grams of fiber a day, and most Americans eat 25-35 grams of fiber a day. B. It is recommended to eat 25-35 grams of fiber a day, and most Americans eat 10 grams of fiber a day. C. It is recommended to eat 10 grams of fiber a day, and most Americans eat 10 grams of fiber a day. D. It is recommended to eat 25-35 grams of fiber a day, and most Americans eat 25-35 grams of fiber a day.
B
Which of the following defines what an essential amino acid is? A. An essential amino acid is an amino acid that the body can produce its self. B. An essential amino acid is an amino acid that the person can get only from the food he eats
B
Which of the following is correctly matched? A. Lipase - Breaks down proteins B. Amylase - Breaks down starches C. Proteases - Breaks down fats D. All of the above
B
Which of the following is the best source of complete protein? A. Nuts B. Animal Products C. Peanut Butter D. Beans
B
Which of the following nutrients provides structure to cells, tissue, and muscle? A. Carbohydrates B. Proteins C. Fats D. Minerals
B
Carbohydrates should make up how much percent of your diet? A. 0% B. 30% C. 60% D. 90%
C
For a food to be considered an "excellent source of fiber" it needs what percentage of daily value? A. 5% or greater B. 10% or greater C. 20% or greater D. It must contain 100%
C
Proteins that change the rate of chemical reactions in the body without actually participating in the reaction are known as ____. A. Hormones B. Antibodies C. Enzymes D. Amino Acids
C
What dictates how we assemble amino acids to build proteins, tissues, and organs? A. Non-essential amino acids B. Essential amino acids C. DNA D. Fatty acids
C
Which is false? A. Water is vital for life B. Water has several different roles in the body C.The only function water has is to cool down the body D. A lack of water is known as dehydration
C
Which is true? A. A vegan is a person who chooses not to eat meat, but will eat milk or other animal products. B. A vegetarian is a person who chooses not to eat any animal products. C. Vegans and vegetarians need to eat a variety of protein-rich foods D. There is no way for vegans and vegetarians to get all of the protein they need.
C
Which is true? A. High-fat diets do not affect you while you are young B. High-fat diets can prevent some cancers C. High-fat diets can increase your risk for type 2 diabetes D. All of the above
C
Which of the following describes SOLUBLE fiber? A. It is high in foods such as wheat bran, whole grains, and the skins of fruits and vegetables. B. It adds bulk to the digestive track. C. It aids in the control of cholesterol, fats, and blood sugars D. It helps prevent constipation.
C
Which of the following diseases specifically puts a person at greater risk for a stroke because it decreases the blood and oxygen flow to the brain? A. Coronary artery disease B. Diabetes C. Cerebral vascular disease D. Myocardial infarction
C
Which of the following is false about trans fat? A. Trans fats are unhealthy B. Trans fats are solid at room temperature C. Trans fats mainly come from plant sources D. Trans fat are generally found in processed foods
C
Which of the following is true? A. HDL cholesterol attaches to the walls of arteries B. HDL cholesterol is the bad cholesterol C. HDL Cholesterol stands for High-Density Lipoproteins D. All of the above
C
Which of the following nutrients cushions vital organs and provides insulation and temperature control? A. Water B. Carbohydrates C. Fats C. Proteins
C
Which of the following statements about hormones is false? A. Hormones help with the stimulation of the fight or flight reflex B. Hormones help with processes like the metabolism and storage of sugar. C. Hormones are the same thing as antibodies. D. Proteins are the building blocks of hormones.
C
Which of the nutrients is most responsible for fueling our bodies by providing the calories and energy we need to make our body's run? A. Vitamins B. Water C. Carbohydrates C. Minerals
C
Cholesterol helps do which of the following. A. Make vitamin D. B. Make hormones. C. Make Bile. D. All of the above
D
Eating a high fiber diet has been known to have the following results? A. Reduced incidence of colon cancer B. Improved weight control C. Decreased risk of heart disease D. All of the above
D
Fiber-rich foods are linked to which of the following benefits? A. Stabilization of blood sugar B. Reduced incidence of colon cancer C. Few symptoms associated with digestive diseases like irritable bowel syndrome. D. All of the above
D
Protein-deficiency can cause which of the following? A. Edema B. Weakened immune system C. Decreased acid balance in the body D. All of the above
D
Which is true? A. Fat provides insulation for the body. B. Fat is an energy source C. Fat is essential for metabolic functions. D. All of the above
D
Which is true? A. Lipids are fatty substances found in the blood B. Cholesterol is a type of lipid C. Triglycerides is a type of liquid D. All of the above
D
Which of the following essential nutrients can be used as an energy source? A. Carbohydrates B. Proteins C. Fats D. All of the above
D
Which of the following is a complete protein? A. Milk B. Chicken C. Fish D. All of the above
D
Which of the following is an example of a complex carbohydrate? A. Whole-grain bread B. Popcorn C. Brown Rice D. All of the above
D
Which of the following is one of the six essential nutrients? A. Fats B. Water C. Protein D. All of the above
D
Which of the following statements is true? A. Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. B. Most of the fats you consume should be unsaturated fats. C. Unsaturated fats are found in plant products and fish. D. All of the above
D
True or False. Protein is stored in the liver until it is needed.
False
True or false. Amino acids are large molecules formed by long chains of proteins.
False
True or false. Fats provide 4 calories per gram
False
True or false. You do not need any fat in your diet.
False
True or false. Your body breaks down fats during digestion into dietary cholesterol.
False
True or False. Dietary cholesterol is mainly found in foods that come from animals.
True
True or False. Fiber is a complex form of carbohydrate that is indigestible in humans.
True
True or False. Minerals are used for the structure of bones and teeth and help regulate acid-base balance in the body.
True
True or False. Nitrogen, one of the ingredients of organic materials, contained in protein makes it unique.
True
True or False. Only plants provide sources of fiber.
True
True or False. Protein can act as an energy source.
True
True or False. Proteins are the only of the six nutrient classes that contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen?
True
True or False. Simple carbohydrates are often referred to as empty calories.
True
True or False. When carbohydrates are metabolized in the presence of oxygen they provide the best source of fuel for the body.
True
True or False. Without adequate protein, children and teens' physical grown and brain development may be stunted.
True
True or false. A food that lists hydrogenated on the label contains trans-fat.
True
True or false. Complex carbohydrates provide energy for a longer duration.
True
True or false. Plaque is formed when "bad" cholesterol deposits on the walls of arteries and hardens.
True
Which is a dangerous health condition characterized by the hardening of the arteries and a decreased blood flow? A. Coronary artery disease B. Atherosclerosis C. Cerebral vascular disease D. all of the above
d
