FSHN 285 Chapter 8-15

Your 60 year old coworker went from 150 pounds to 145 lbs in the last year due to ballroom dancing lessons. This is an example of: A. Negative energy balance B. Positive energy balance C. Energy balance D. An eating disorder

Negative energy balance

Your auntie, Gwen, weights 290 pounds and wants to lose 10% of her current weight. How many pounds would auntie have to lose to meet the goal of a 10% weight loss? A. 16 B. 29 C. 27 D. 10

B. 29

How many amino acids are considered to be essential? A. 2 B. 9 C. 12 D. 15 E. 20

B. 9

When calories consumed equal calories expended, resulting in a stable body weight, this is termed: A. Positive nitrogen balance B. Energy balance C. Carbohydrate loading D. Weight gain E. Specific dynamic action

B. Energy balance

Diabetes first discovered during pregnancy is: A. Type 1 diabetes B. Gestational diabetes C. Metabolic syndrome D. Insulin resistance E. Type 2 diabetes

B. Gestational diabetes

The body's storage form of glucose is: A. Glycerol B. Glycogen C. Glucose D. Gliadin E. None of the above

B. Glycogen

Hemoglobin is an example of a ________ protein structure. A. Secondary B. Quaternary C. Tertiary D. Primary

B. Quaternary

Which of the following plant sources of protein is considered a complete protein for adults? A. Brown rice B. Soybeans C. Spinach D. Carrots E. Broccoli

B. Soybeans

A. Vitamin C B. Vitamin B12 C. Vitamin D D. ZincE.B, C and D

B. Vitamin B12

Which of the following activities is not a function of basal metabolism? A. Body temperature regulation B. Walking C. Growth and repair of tissues D. Brain activity

B. Walking

Which of the following foods has the highest glycemic index? A. Whole wheat pasta B. White bread C. Apple slices D. Milk chocolate

B. White bread

Which weight loss product is currently approved to be on the market in the U.S.? A.Ephedra B. Xenical C. HCG D. Phen-fen

B. Xenical

The current strategy that public health advocates are taking to combat obesity is ________. A. genetic therapy B. environmental change C. behavioral modifation D. diet therapy

B. environmental change

Sandy knows you are taking a nutrition class and wants you to help him figure his BMI. According to your calculations, his BMI is 30 and this mean that he is of normal weight.

False

Simple sugars are only found in processed foods.

False

Subcutaneous fat is highly associated with chronic inflammation.

False

The major weight time in adults typically occurs between the ages of 35-44 years of age.

False

The presense prediabetes increases the chances of developing type 2 diabetes by 5% per year.

False

Weight loss is the cure for obesity.

False

Whole wheat bread is the standard used for determining glycemic index of foods.

False

Yogurt is an example of an incomplete protein.

False

Your friend Kimiko knows you are taking a nutrition class and wants you to help her figure her BMI. According to your calculations, her BMI is 18 and this mean that Kimiko is normal weight.

False

A bottle of wine cooler drink has 9 grams of alcohol. How many calories are from alcohol? A. 56 B. 9 C. 63 D. 32

c. 63

For optimal health, amino acid supplements should be taken daily.

False

Gastric bypass surgery reduces the large intestine's size.

False

Gender is a factor in calculating BMI.

False

Genetic traits are the primary factor for causing obesity.

False

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops in infants.

False

Hawaii's 2010 obesity rate is less than in 1990.

False

Histamine secretion is involved in food intolerances.

False

Hypoglycemia is most often caused by having abnormally high blood glucose levels.

False

In the U.S., the combined incidence of overweight and obesity among adults is nearly 76% and increasing.

False

Individuals can achieve any body shape they desire if they just diet and exercise enough.

False

Insulin facilitates the passage of minerals into the cells.

False

Insulin facilitates the passage of vitamins into the cells.

False

It is essential to consume 1 to 2 alcoholic drinks per day to help reduce heart disease risks.

False

It is recommended that people who work out should consume 45% of their calories from protein.

False

It is recommended that we consume 35% of our calories from protein.

False

Lap band surgery increases the stomach's size.

False

Lap band surgery usually results in more weight loss than gastric bypass surgery.

False

Nighttime eating syndrome is an official eating disorder.

False

Nonessential amino acids are not required for normal body processes. Only essential amino acids are.

False

People can experience an allergic reaction the first time they are exposed to the allergen.

False

People with bulemia are usually underweight.

False

About 21% of Americans are thought to have fatty liver disease.

True

Alcoholism is a chronic disease that can be successfully managed but not always cured.

True

Aspartame provides 4 calories per gram.

True

Chewing 2 sticks of sugar containing gum a day significantly increases tooth decay.

True

Clay and dirt eating are acceptable in some cultures.

True

Ethnicity is a factor in the risk for developing gestational diabetes.

True

Fats provide more calories than do carbohydrates.

True

Gastric bypass surgery can make diabetes resolve or "go away".

True

Generally, high-carbohydrate foods provide less calories per ounce than foods that are high in fat.

True

Genetic traits account for some of the variation in how we break down alcohol.

True

Gestational diabetes often resolves after a woman gives birth.

True

Half of the people with anorexia nervosa will resort to binging eating and purging in their efforts to lose weight.

True

Healthy underweight people often find it nearly impossible to gain weight.

True

High fat foods provide more calories per gram than foods that contain primarily carbohydrates or proteins.

True

High protein diets have been associated wtih cancer.

True

Many women with anorexia nervosa have significant bone loss.

True

Negative energy balance occurs during planned calorie restricted weight loss.

True

Stevia is a plant derived sweetener.

True

The country of India is a hotspot for the development of type 2 diabetes.

True

The total amount of sugar per serving in processed foods must be listed on the nutrition label.

True

There is no clear evidence that saccharin causes cancer in humans.

True

Treating anorexia nervosa is difficult because the client does not believe he/she needs to gain weight.

True

Type 2 diabetes cases are increasing in our pediatric population.

True

Visceral fat is primarily located at the abdomen.

True

Weight loss products and services are not requested to be tested for safety before they reach the market.

True

Women may experince the intoxicating effects of alcohol from lower amounts of alcohol than men.

True

Most people with type 2 diabetes have insulin resistance.

True

Ian plans to lower his intake by 500 calories per day. How much weight can he expect to lose in 1 week? A. 2 pounds B. 8 lbs C. 1 pound D. 5 pound E. 1.5 pounds

C. 1 pound

What is the standard serving size for beer? A. 4 oz B. 16 oz C. 12 oz D. 8 oz

C. 12 oz

How many calories are needed to be in excess to result in a one pound gain of body weight? A. 4500 calories B. 5500 calories C. 3500 calories D. 2500 calories

C. 3500 calories

The glycemic index is calculated based on an amount of food that provides _______ grams of carbohydrate. A. 30 B. 40 C. 50 D. 60 E. None of the above

C. 50

Alcohol provides the body with _____calories per gram. A. 9 B. 11 C. 7 D. 4 E. 0

C. 7

Your 2 year old nephew has just come from a visit to the doctor's office and was told that he is obese. Neither parent is obese. What probability does your cousin have for becoming an obese adult? A. 50 B. 100 C. 8 D. 25 E. 80

C. 8

A beer that is labeled 4.5% alcohol is ____ degrees proof. A. 15 B. 4.5 C. 9 D. 2.25

C. 9

Which type of vegetarian needs to do "protein complementation"? A. A lacto-vegetarian who eats animal products but no animal flesh B. A semi-vegetarian who eats chicken occasionally C. A vegan, a vegetarian who does not eat eat any animal products of flesh D. A lacto-ovo-vegetarian who eats dairy products and eggs but no other animal products E. A semi-vegetarian who eats fish

C. A vegan, a vegetarian who does not eat eat any animal products of flesh

A low C-reactive protein is a key market of inflammation.

False

About 90% of American women are on a weight loss diet at any given time.

False

Alcohol has no calories.

False

Amino acid supplements and protein powders can build muscle in most everyone.

False

Anorexia, bulimia nervosa, and pica are eating disorders that are equally common among men and women.

False

Being underweight puts one at higher risk for metabolic syndrome.

False

By increasing food intake by 200 calories a day a person could gain 5 lbs in a month.

False

Dietary thermogenesis accounts for about 40% of our calories needs per day.

False

A cocktail nutrition label states that it has 18 grams of alcohol. How many calories are provided by this drink? A. 152 calories B. 126 calories C. 98 calories D. 56 calories

126 calories

Match these: Choices - use a choice only once A. The cost of gastric bypass surgery in dollars. B. Threshold BMI for being eligible for gastric bypass surgery for someone who has diabetes. C. The % loss of body weight possible with Orlistat diet pills. D. The number of tablespoons size stomach pouch that remains after bariatic surgery. E. The average number of minutes recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine for weight loss maintenace. F. The average cost of liposuction in dollars.

1. 35 - B 2. 10 -C 3. 29 to 43 -E 4. 17,000 to 35,000 -A 5. 2 -D 6. 2,000 to 8,000 -F Answer Key: 1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - E, 4 - A, 5 - D, 6 - F

Match these: Choices - use a choice only once A. 9 in 10 chance B. Treatment is successful in 85% of women with this type of eating disorder. C. Consumes less than 1200 calories per day. D. Occurs in 1 to 3% of young women in the United States. E. An unhealthy fixation on eating only perceived "healthy foods". F. 50%

1. Bulimia Nervosa -D 2. Orthorexia -E 3. Anorexia Nervosa- C 4. Association between eating ice and being iron deficient. -A 5. Binge Eating -B 6. Normal weight women who are not satisfied with their weight. -F Answer Key: 1 - D, 2 - E, 3 - C, 4 - A, 5 - B, 6 - F

Match these Unit 12 items: Choices - use a choice only once A. It's leaves contain the chemical rebaudioside B. Currently used in at least 4000 foods in about 90 countries C. It' s 7000 to 13,000 times sweeter than sucrose D. 200 times sweeter than sucrose. E. Known as Splenda F. Has been on the market for about 100 years.

1. Stevia -A 2. Aspartame -D 3. Acesulfame potassium -B 4. Neotame -C 5. Sucralose -E 6. Saccharin -F Answer Key: 1 - A, 2 - D, 3 - B, 4 - C, 5 - E, 6 - F

How much time should a person with type 2 diabetes exercise? A. 150 minutes per week B. 30 minutes per week C. 120 minutes per week D. 60 minutes per week

A. 150 minutes per week

How many drinks would your 160 pound neighbor have to drink to have a percent blood alcohol of 0.07? A. 4 B. 3 C. 2 D. 1 E. 5

A. 4

What is the standard serving size for wine? A. 5 ounces B. 14 ounces C. 12 ounces D. 8 ounces E. 4 ounces

A. 5 ounces

The nutrition label on your coconut oil states that there is 11 grams of fat in 1 tablespoon. How many calories are from fat? A. 99 B. 11 C. 44 D. 77 E. 0

A. 99

Which of these would have the highest nutrient density for fat? A. A grilled chicken sandwich with 350 calories and 29 grams of fat. B. A green salad with 88 calories and 1 gram of fat. C. A serving of papaya with 60 calories and no fat. D. A serving of low fat Greek yogurt with 128 calories and 2 grams of fat.

A. A grilled chicken sandwich with 350 calories and 29 grams of fat.

The energy needed to maintain bodily functions at rest that sustain life is known as: A. Basal metabolism needs B. Dietary thermogenesis needs. C. Physical activity needs

A. Basal metabolism needs

People who have acute alcohol poisoning: A. Become unconscious and may die B. Have low blood pressure C. Have dilated pupils D. All of the above E. a and b

A. Become unconscious and may die

The assembly of amino acids into proteins is directed by ____, the genetic material within each cell. A. DNA B. our liver C. carbohydrates D. lipids

A. DNA

Identify the highest calorie dense food: A. Fried fish B. Rice C. Frozen, sweetened strawberries D. Bean burrito

A. Fried fish

How do most cases of bulimia start? A. From a voluntary diet to lose weight B. From overconsumption of lead C. From low self esteem D. From a comment made by a parent, coach, or friend about the person's weight

A. From a voluntary diet to lose weight

All of the following are true about anorexia EXCEPT: A. It is easily treated in a relatively short amount of time B. There is a risk of death C. It can lead to delayed healing of injuries D. It can lead to osteoporosis E. It can lead to infertility

A. It is easily treated in a relatively short amount of time

Your friend, Gail, knows you are taking a nutrition class and wants you to help her figure her BMI. According to your calculations, her BMI is 26 and this mean that Gail is: A. Overweight but not obese B. Obese C. An acceptable weight D. Normal weight E.Underweight

A. Overweight but not obese

A feeling of fullness or of having had enough to eat is ______. A. satiety B. diet thermogeneis C. appetite D. basal metabolism E. hunger

A. Satiety

Which of the following is a good source of vitamin D for vegetarians? A. Self-synthesis with exposure to sunlight B. Brown rice C. Fish D. Orange juice

A. Self-synthesis with exposure to sunlight

Which one of the below is the sweetest? A. Sucralose B. Fructose C. Sorbitol D. Aspartame E. Maltose

A. Sucralose

Binge eating disorder differs from Bulemia nervosa in that: A. There is no purging after a binge B. Large quantities of food are consumed in a short period of time C. Depression often follows a bing D. All of the above E. a and c

A. There is no purging after a binge

Which of the following diseases is associated with alcoholism? A. Throat, stomach, and bladder cancer. B. Arthritis C. Sickle cell anemia D. Lung cancer

A. Throat, stomach, and bladder cancer.

To promote optimal health, humans need a fresh supply of essential amino acids: A. daily B. weekly C. every other day D. at every meal

A. daily

Eating too much protein can result in a condition known as: A. rabbit fever B. iron deficeincy anemia C. hypothyroidism D. hyperglycemia

A. rabbit fever

Your aunt and uncle both weight 180 pounds. They go to a party and drink 4 beers each. Your aunt will have a higher blood alcohol because: A. women's bodies have less water than men's bodies B. women's bodies have more water than men's bodies

A. women's bodies have less water than men's bodies

You are reviewing the label on your breakfast cereal and you notice that it has 4 grams of protein per serving. How many calories are from protein in your cereal? A. 0 B. 16 C. 28 D. 36

B. 16

Calculate the calories in a bagel that has 1 gram of fat, 6 grams of protein and 40 grams of carbohydrate. A. 288 B. 193 C. 248 D. 170 E. 103

B. 193

Anna's waist measurement is 26 inches. Her hips measure 38 inches. What statement concerning Anna's body weight distribution is accurate? A. Anna is at greater risk for developing diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. B. Anna's waist to hip ratio indicates apple shaped C. Anna is of a pear shape D. Anna is banana shaped

C. Anna is of a pear shape

Which of the following food would be considered a low energy-dense food? A. Spam B. Chocolate ice cream C. Brown rice D. Fried chicken

C. Brown rice

Which country has the lowest prevalence of adult overweight and obesity? A. United States B. Canada C. Denmark D. France

C. Denmark

The biggest source of sugar in our diet is: A. Fruits and fruit juices B. Candies C. Liquid beverages D. Desserts, including ice cream

C. Liquid beverages

What chemical structure is not found in carbohydrate? A. Oxygen B. Carbon What chemical structure is not found in carbohydrate? A. Oxygen B. Carbon C. Nitrogen D. Hydrogen

C. Nitrogen

Where does the primary absorption of alcohol in to the body take place? A. Liver B. Pancreas C. Stomach D. Large intestine E. Esophagus

C. Stomach

Which type of diabetes is associated with a person's own immune system destroying beta cells in the pancreas? A. Gestational diabetes B. Prediabetes C. Type 1 D. Type 2

C. Type 1

Foods such as baked potatoes, french bread, and corn flakes are good sources of a number of nutrients, although they are considered _____ foods. A. low glycemic index B. fortified C. high glycemic index D. moderate glycemic index

C. high glycemic index

Which one of the below is associated with fetal alcohol syndrome in children? A. obesity B. very tall height C. learning difficulties D. large head size

C. learning difficulties

Your friend consumes 23 grams of nitrogen a day and excretes 16 grams of nitrogen per day. She is in ______. A. a fad diet program B. negative nitrogen balance C. positive nitrogen balance D. exercising too much

C. positive nitrogen balance

Chronic inflammation is a metabolic condition that: A. is caused soley by genetics B. is initiated by subcutaneous fat C. promotes the risk of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome D. promotes wht risk of low blood pressure E. All of the above.

C. promotes the risk of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome

Which one below food is the highest source of protein? A. 1 cup of whole milk B. 1/2 cup of macaroni C. 1/2 cup of peanuts D. 1/2 cup of cooked soybeans

D. 1/2 cup of cooked soybeans

Approximately what percentage of children develop a food allergy? A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 6

D. 6

Essential features of bulimia nervosa in an individual include: A. Two binge eating episodes at least twice a week for three months B. Inappropriate compensatory behavior to prevent weight gain C. A sense of lack of control over eating during the binge D. All of the above E.b and c

D. All of the above

Which of the following are small changes in the diet that may result in gradual weight loss? A. Eat breakfast B. Choose lean meats C. Use less margarine, butter and mayonnaise D. All of the above E. b and c.

D. All of the above

Which statement regarding saccharin can be considered accurate? A. It was deemed safe in 2000 since there is no evidence it causes cancer in humans B. It was the first artificial sweetener C. It was discovered over 100 years ago D. All of the above E. a and b

D. All of the above

What substance contained in purple grape juice and red wine seems to help prevent heart disease? A. Thiamin B. Vitamin E C. c and d D. Antioxidants E. Vitamin D

D. Antioxidants

Which activity level would describe a person who sits most of the day but walks or stands two to four hours per day? A. Sedentary B. Active C. Inactive D. Average E. Very active

D. Average

A beneficial effect of moderate alcohol consumption is: A. Increased blood cholesterol levels B. Increase in blood pressure C. Decreased high density lipoprotein cholesteol levels D. Decreased ability of LDL cholesteol to stick to arteries E. Reduction in body fat percentage

D. Decreased ability of LDL cholesteol to stick to arteries

A calorie is used to measure: A. Weight B. Temperature C. Length D. Energy E. None of the above

D. Energy

Plumbism is associated with A. Ice eating B. Clay eating C. Dirt eating D. Lead eating E.Cornstarch eating

D. Lead eating

Which of these picas is most closely associated with iron deficiency anemia and usually stops after the anemia is treated? A. Clay and dirt eating B. Laundry starch and cornstarch eating C. Lead eating D. Pagophagia

D. Pagophagia

Which is the most complex protein structure? A. Tertiary B. Primary C. Secondary D. Quarternary

D. Quarternary

Which of the following people is least likely to develop a food allergy? A. Candice, whose father is allergic to cow's milk. B. Shelly, whose father has an allergy to fish and shellfish. C. Brandon, whose mother has celiac disease. D. Renee, whose mother is lactose intolerant.

D. Renee, whose mother is lactose intolerant.

There is a genetic component to diabetes in that it occurs in families and is more likely to occur in certain ethnic groups of people, including: A. Hispanic Americans B. African Americans C. Anglo-Saxons D. a and b E. b and c

D. a and b

When wheat is refined: A. The bran and germ are removed B. The endosperm is removed C. Most of the fiber is removed D. a and c E. b and c

D. a and c

Gail is an inactive 150 pound female who spends most of her time sitting in class or at her desk job. Calculate the approximate total number of calories she will expend daily on basal metabolism, physical activity and dietary thermogenesis. A. 1733 B. 1690 C. 1950 D. 1859 E. 2145

E. 2145

Apple shaped people are at risk of which condition(s)? A. Type 2 diabetes B. Hypertension C. High blood triglycerides D. Heart disease E. All of the above

E. All of the above

Which of the following are possible side effects of amino acid supplements? A. Loss of appetite B. Diarrhea C. Dehydration D. Gastrointestinal upset E. All of the above.

E. All of the above.

A condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough for the diagnosis of diabetes: A. Type 2 diabetes B. Hypoglycemia C. Gestational diabetes D. Type 1 diabetes E. Prediabetes

E. Prediabetes

"Delirium tremens" may result when alcoholics initially withdraw from alcohol due to a deficiency of which nutrient? A. Riboflavin B. Protein C. Vitamin B12 D. Vitamin D E. Thiamin

E. Thiamin

The development of Type 2 diabetes is most likely to occur in individuals with the follwoing condiitions: A. Overweight and obese B. Blood disorders C. Inactivity D. All of the above E. a and c

E. a and c

Which of the following nutrients are generally deficient in the diets of heavy drinkers? A. Vitamin A B. Vitamin C C. Vitamin D D. Calcium E. a, b and d

E. a, b and d

Aspartame: A. Is made form two monosaccharides and contains no calories B. Is safe at levels of 50 mg/kg of body weight per day C. Cannot be used in cooked products because it breaks down in the presence of heat D. All of the above E. b and c

E. b and c

All of the following are correct about Xenical EXCEPT: A. It's primary side effect is oily stools B. It always leads to permanent weight loss, even when Xenical use stops C. It reduces absorption of vitamin E D .It increases the absorption of beta carotene E. b and d

E. b and d

Which of the following people are in negative energy balance? A. A pregnant woman B. A person suffering from a wasting illness such as AIDS C. A growing child D. A fasting person E. b and d

E. b and d

Which population(s) is/are most likely to engage in pica? A. The elderly B. Children C. Teens D. Pregnant women E. b and d

E. b and d

Kawika eats a plate lunch with 3 ounces skinless chicken, 3 ounces beef steak, 1/2 cup of macaroni, 1/2 cup brown rice, 1/2 cup of corn. Has he met the protein RDA for meat aged 19 to 36 years?

Yes