Nutrition Midterm

Which of the following portions of food provides the most folate?

1 whole papaya

Per serving, which of the following foods is the most energy-dense? 8 ounces fat-free milk 3 ounces baked chicken 1/2 cup fresh strawberries 4 ounce chocolate donut

4-ounce chocolate donut

approximately how many grams of carbohydrates are in a sugar-sweetened beverage that supplies 240 kcals and contains no fiber, fat, protein, or alcohol.

60 grams of carbohydrates

Which of the following statements is true? The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group. Fatty acids contain nitrogen, hydrogen, and carbon. A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.

A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.

Because of the high glycemic index (Gl), which of the following foods should be avoided or consumed in moderation by a person with diabetes?

Baked potato

Compared to the other lipoproteins, which lipoprotein carries the most triglycerides in the bloodstream?

Chylomicron

Becky's 2-year-old son can't walk because he was born with spina bifida. To reduce the chances that her next baby is born with this birth defect related disorders, Becky should

Consume green leafy vegetables, drink orange juice and take a folic acid supplement before getting pregnant

Which of the following conditions is characterized by inflammation and swelling of the intestinal tract?

Crohn's disease

is the process that changes the normal shape of a protein and, as a result, the molecule loses its usual function.

Denaturation

Scientists conduct a study in which 100 adults with chronic diarrhea are divided into 2 groups with 50 people per group. One group is given a supply of yogurt that contains a certain kind of bacteria, and the other group is given yogurt that is bacteria-free. The study's participants and researchers do not know which group of subjects has the bacteria in the yogurt and which group does not. The scientists instruct the participants to eat the entire 8 ounces of yogurt once a day for a month and record their bowel habits. This is an example of a(n) study.

Double blind

John has three alcoholic drinks per day, he is classified as a

Heavy drinker

Julian ate a baked potato as a side with his dinner. The starch in the baked potato will begin to be digested

In the mouth

You are planning a party for a group of college students. Some of the students follow the dietary practices of the Jewish, Islamic, and Mormon religions. Which of the following menu items would be acceptable to everyone at the party?

Meatless bean dip

Which of the following are common signs or symptoms of pellagra?

Mental confusion and scaly skin sores

Which of the following statements is true? Olives, salmon, and avocados are sources of unhealthy solid fats. According to MyPlate, all foods that provide empty calories should be avoided. Food guides generally classify butter in the food group that includes milk and eggs. Most food guides classify eggs in the protein foods group.

Most food guides classify eggs in the protein foods group.

Which of the following statements is true? Peanut butter is an empty-calorie food. A megadose of vitamin C is within the range of safe intake for the nutrient. Most foods are mixtures of nutrients. A healthy diet supplies 90% of its calories from protein-rich foods.

Most foods are mixtures of nutrients

For the typical American diet, approximately total daily kcal are provided from carbohydrates. of

One half

Owen usually consumes about 3000 kcal/day. On average, his fat intake is approximately 80 g/day. Based on this information, which of the following statements describes Owen's diet?

Owens fat intake is within the AMDR

Which of the following statements describes pancreatic lipase?

Pancreatic lipase is secreted into the duodenum and is necessary for fat digestion

Which of the following statements is true? Biotin is a vitamin-like substance for humans Vitamins are classified as being soluble in either alcohol or fat. Scientists are conducting research on plants to discover more vitamins that are essential for human beings. People can survive for vears by consuming formulas that contain all known vitamins.

People can survive for vears by consuming formulas that contain all known vitamins

Tyler smokes cigarettes, drinks excess alcohol, and takes aspirin regularly to treat his headaches. Based on this information, Tyler has a high risk of developing

Peptic ulcers

All of the following are harmful to the health of a bee colony except: Clearing of land for industrial use. Pollution. Excess use of pesticides. Planting bee-friendly flowers.

Planting bee-friendly flowers

Which of the following factors inhibit lipolysis and beta-oxidation?

Presence of ATP

Over a 2-year period, a team of scientists records the eating behaviors and physical activity patterns of a group of healthy 8-year-old children to determine whether these factors are associated with weight gain. This study is an example of a(n) study.

Prospective

Exclusively plant-based diets may not supply enough to meet a child's needs.

Protein

The enzyme _ is necessary for digesting the disaccharide that contains one molecule of glucose and one molecule of fructose.

Sucrase

Which of the following vitmain-like compound is most important for supporting vision?

Taurine

The professional football star Andro "The Man" McGraw claims the dietary supplement AminoProFix helped him build muscle mass quickly and safely. His endorsement of the product is an example of

Testimonial

Which of the following statements is true? The cholesterol carried by oxidized LDL is taken up by certain arterial cells and deposited in plaque. VLDLs transport most cholesterol in blood to the liver for disposal. Hydrolyzed HDL is a toxic lipoprotein that contributes to cardiovascular disease. All forms of LDL cholesterol are considered unhealthy, because they increase the risk of diabetes.

The cholesterol carried by oxidized LDL is taken up by certain arterial cells and deposited in plaque.

As a result of a ____ deficiency, Christopher's cells have difficulty converting homocysteine to cysteine.

Vitamin B-6

Which of the following vitamins is most important as an antioxidant?

Vitamin C

Which of the following vitamins is not produced by the microflora in the large intestine?

Vitamin C

Vitamin _______ protects polyunsaturated fatty acids from being damaged by free radicals.

Vitamin E

The human body can absorb some of the ____ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.

Vitamin K

Each of the following can be metabolized for energy by human cells except

Vitamins

Which of the following statements about sphincters is false?

When a sphincter relaxes, the passageway closes to prevent movement of GI contents.

An Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is the

amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of 50% of healthy people in a particular population

Which of the following forms of metabolism releases the lower amount of energy in the cell?

anaerobic metabolism

Generally, epidemiological studies

cannot determine cause and effect relationships

Fred is a lactovegetarian. Which of the following foods does he eat?

cheese

Consuming too much protein or excess amino acids can contribute to

dehydration

Chyme moves from the stomach into the

duodenum

According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a healthy eating pattern includes foods

from all five food groups and oils but limits saturated fats, added sugars and sodium

Which of the following foods is NOT a rich ntural source of phytochemicals? Whole-grain bread green tea lean meat cherries

lean meat

An essential nutrient

must be supplied by the diet

Food guides usually classify sunflower and other seeds in the group.

protein

Which of the following plant foods is considered a source of complete protein?

quinoa

Libby wants to have a birthday party for her 5-year-old daughter and several of the child's friends. She plans to serve cake, ice cream, and milk to the children in the backyard on a warm sunny afternoon. To conserve vitamins in the milk, Libby should

store the milk in the refrigerator until serving time

Energy is defined as

the capacity to preform work

In the United States, newborns receive an injection of ____ to prevent ____

vitamin K; bleeding