Nutrition Final - Cumulative

Eating turkey on Thanksgiving is an example of making a food choice based on

A. cultural and family background

In a controlled study, if neither the subjects nor the investigators know which subjects are receiving treatment, the study is called a(n)

A. double blind study

As the number of variables in a research study increases, the number of subjects needed to prove an outcome generally ____________.

A. increases

Continued acceptance of a scientific theory depends on

A. the ability of other scientists to duplicate the original research and results

In a controlled experiment, the group that is NOT subject to treatment is called:

A. the control group

Which of the following is likely to limit availability of food?

D. All answer choices are correct

A measure of the nutrients that a food provides compared to the energy content of the food is referred to as:

D. Nutrient Density

Which of the following is a common source of anecdotal evidence?

D. Testimony of individuals

Nutrients are classified as macronutrients and micronutrients. Which of the following is NOT considered a macronutrient?

D. Vitamins

Consuming nutrient dense foods helps to ensure a proper diet. One effective strategy is

D. all of these are effective strategies

A processed food is defined as:

D. any food that has been changed from its natural state

Which of the following yields energy but is not considered a nutrient?

A. Alcohol

Which of the following nutrients is an organic molecule?

A. Fatty acids

Comparison of the amount of a particular nutrient consumed with the amount of the nutrient excreted is characteristic of which type of study?

A. balance study

Which is an example of anecdotal information?

B. A runner reports having more energy after eating a certain type of power bar

When judging nutrition information, which is the least important factor?

B. How many people conducted the study

Which of the following statements about the typical American diet is true?

B. Intake of whole grains is less than recommended and more energy is consumed than expended.

A substance in a plant food which cannot be made by the body and is not necessary to sustain life, but has healthful benefits, is

B. a phytochemical

Under-nutrition does not include

B. eating too much saturated fat

The energy needed for all life processes is measured in

B. kilocalories

Which of the following would be the least reliable source of information about herbal supplements?

C. A pamphlet published by the health food store

The best reason for using a placebo as part of experimental design is:

C. All subjects are receiving some sort of treatment, which will minimize bias

Which of the following functions is performed by members of all six classes of nutrients?

C. Regulate body processes

Metabolic processes take place in the body to keep the body temperature, heart rate, and blood sugar relatively constant. This stable state is called:

C. homeostasis

The recommendation to eat everything in moderation refers to:

C. selecting appropriate portion sizes.