ESS 236 exam 1-3

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should limit his intake of blank. -whole-grain products -nuts and seeds -butter and beef -fruit juices

butter and beef

Corrina is a 25-year-old pregnant woman. Her need for blank is 50% higher than before she became pregnant. - folate -zinc -sodium -vitamin C

folate

Which hormone is secreted from the stomach which stimulates eating? -Leptin -Adiponectin -Amylin - Ghrelin

Ghrelin

Most people thought blank caused pellagra. -fried foods -poisons -germs -a poor diet

germs

The introduction of iodized salt in the 1920s dramatically reduced rates of blank in the United States. -anemia -pellagra -hypogonadism -goiter

goiter

An essential nutrient -is found only in fortified foods. -is found only in foods from animal sources. -must be supplied by the diet. -provides energy (kcals) to the diet.

must be supplied by the diet.

A primary function of the digestive system is the -production of red blood cells. -transmission of nervous impulses. -destruction of toxic metabolic by-products. -breakdown of food into nutrients.

breakdown of food into nutrients.

Which of the following would be included when teaching on portion size? -A matchbox car demonstrates 3 oz of cheese. -A deck of cards is a representation of 3 oz of meat. -A serving of cereal is equal to a computer mouse. -A serving of pancakes is equal to a yo-yo.

-A deck of cards is a representation of 3 oz of meat.

Which of the following is an example of mechanical digestion in the GI tract? -Gastrin stimulating HCl production in the stomach -Salivary amylase breaking down starch in the mouth -Pancreatic lipase breaking down fat in the small intestine -Chewing food up into smaller pieces in the mouth

-Chewing food up into smaller pieces in the mouth

Which of the following websites is most likely a source of biased and unreliable nutrition information? -stanford.edu -dietsnomore4u.com -eatright.org -choosemyplate.gov

dietsnomore4u.com

Rebecca has hypertension. To help lower her blood pressure, she should blank. -follow a high-glycemic diet -consume more foods that contain iron and zinc -follow the DASH diet -reduce her potassium intake

follow the DASH diet

The human body needs vitamin K to blank. -absorb phosphorus from foods -release the energy stored in glucose -synthesize DNA -form active blood clotting factors

form active blood clotting factors

John has three alcoholic drinks per day, he is classified as a blank. -heavy drinker -binge drinker -moderate drinker -light drinker

heavy drinker

Layla has a high risk of cardiovascular disease, because of her family history and blank. -European ancestry -high blood levels of LDL cholesterol -physically active lifestyle -low blood pressure

high blood levels of LDL cholesterol

What transports food from the mouth to the stomach? -lower stomach -esophagus -large intestine -pyloric valve

-esophagus

Which of the following would be included when teaching on portion size? -A matchbox car demonstrates 3 oz of cheese. -A serving of pancakes is equal to a yo-yo. -A bar of soap represents 5 oz of meat. -A baked potato is equal to a computer mouse.

A baked potato is equal to a computer mouse.

Which of the following statements is true? -A fatty acid has a chain of carbons bonded to each other and to hydrogen atoms. -A fatty acid is a polymer of glucose molecules. -The omega end of a fatty acid molecule is the acid portion of the molecule. -Most fatty acids in food are water soluble.

A fatty acid has a chain of carbons bonded to each other and to hydrogen atoms.

A physician who hosts a popular TV show makes several nutrition-related claims during one of the programs. Which of the doctor's claims is a "red flag" of unreliable information? -All dairy products cause cancer. -The "placebo effect" can occurs in controlled studies involving human subjects. -Niacin cures pellagra. -Not all doctors are nutrition experts.

All dairy products cause cancer.

What is the risk factor for childhood obesity? -Inactivity -High fat low nutrient foods -Sedentary activities -All of the above

All of the above

Which of the following vitamins or minerals is one of the four leading micronutrient deficiencies worldwide? - Iodine -Calcium -Potassium -Vitamin B-12

Iodine

Which of the following countries had the highest under-5 mortality rate in 2015? - Mali -Ethiopia -Mexico -Japan

Mali

What are the only types of Fats that should be actively avoided in a well-balanced diet? -Saturated fats -Trans fats -Omega-3 fatty acids -All of the above

Trans fats

Max wants to restrict the added sugar intake of his 5-year-old son. He should -give the child low-fat milk with meals and snacks instead of regular soft drinks. -serve more foods that are sources of refined carbohydrates. -replace his son's favorite fruit juices with Kool-Aid. -encourage the child to consume more energy drinks.

give the child low-fat milk with meals and snacks instead of regular soft drinks.

A symptom of vitamin A deficiency is blank. -night blindness -headaches -hair loss -swollen tongue

night blindness

Foster consumes about 350 g of protein daily, mostly in the form of meat and amino acid supplements. He does not use vitamin/mineral supplements, and he eats very few fruits, vegetables, and grains. Based on this information, Foster's diet lacks blank. -sodium -calcium -phosphorus -potassium

potassium

Isaac is an 8-year-old child who has African ancestry. He lives in Chicago and does not spend much time outdoors. He does not like to consume dairy foods because he has lactose intolerance. His diet consists primarily of enriched white bread, peanut butter, chicken, pork, apples, bananas, and green vegetables. Based on this information, Isaac has a high risk of blank. -pellagra -beriberi -scurvy -rickets

rickets

Religious fasting is associated with -malnutrition -the effects are highly dependent on culture and region -the development of type 2 diabetes -large intakes of "empty calories"

the effects are highly dependent on culture and region

Childhood blindness is due to a lack of blank. -vitamin A -vitamin D -iron -iodine

vitamin A

Infants blank have a higher risk of obesity during childhood. -who are breastfed -with birth weights between 6.0 and 8.0 pounds -who are given vitamin C supplements -whose mothers are obese

whose mothers are obese

Which of the following statements is true? -Fat-free baked goods tend to be more moist than regular-fat baked goods. -Fat contributes to the flavor of foods. -Each gram of fat contributes 4 kcal. -Adding fat to a food reduces the food's "mouth feel."

Fat contributes to the flavor of foods.

Which of the following are typically reduced in individuals after a month of daytime fasting for Ramadan? - BMI -Potassium -A1c -Iron

BMI

What is the most common eating disorder in the United States? -Anorexia nervosa -Bulimia nervosa -Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder - Binge Eating

Binge Eating

There is evidence to suggest that the Okinawan diet yields all the following results, except: -Decreased rates of disability -Decreased levels of cardiovascular disease -Decreased rates of infertility -Longer life expectancy

Decreased rates of infertility

Which of the following factors typically contribute to undernutrition? -Genetic predisposition -Diseases -Physical inactivity -Spring water

Diseases

What is the relationship between alcohol intake and glucose? -Alcohol enhances the energy release of glucose in the brain. -Alcohol works as a co-enzyme to release nutrients from food sources. -Energy from alcohol metabolism is dispersed as heat. -Increased alcohol use results in appetite stimulation.

Energy from alcohol metabolism is dispersed as heat.

Elizabeth is 90 years of age. Compared to when she was 30 years of age, her blank now. -skin is more elastic -cells require more energy -stomach secretes more intrinsic factor -arteries are less flexible

arteries are less flexible

Dehydration can cause blank. -death -diabetes -hypoglycemia -cirrhosis

death

Maintenance of normal extracellular fluid volume depends largely on the extracellular concentration of blank ions. -hydride and bromide -nitrogen and potassium -sodium and chloride -iodide and sulfide

sodium and chloride

In which of the following situations would the CAGE questionnaire be most appropriate? -20 year-old college student who drinks only on the weekends -30 year-old athlete training for the local marathon -40 year-old with a family history of alcoholism -50 year-old executive who hosts company gatherings every month

20 year-old college student who drinks only on the weekends

Sarah consumes approximately 2000 kcal/day. According to recommendations of the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, she should limit her saturated fat intake to fewer than blank kcal/day. 200 250 350 450

200

Gabrielle is due to give birth to a boy in March. Before she became pregnant, Gabrielle weighed 140 pounds, which was in the healthy BMI range for her height. Based on this information, her physician will recommend that she gain blank pounds during her pregnancy. -10 to 20 -15 to 25 - 25 to 35 -35 to 45

25 to 35

Refer to the label. This package contains how many calories per serving from proteins? Nutrition Facts Serving size: ¼ cup (67 g) Servings per Container: 3Calories 200 % Daily Value*Total Fat 14 g 18 % Saturated Fat 3.5g 17% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 20mg 7%Sodium 820 mg 36%Total Carbohydrate 7g 2% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Sugars 6gProtein 7gVitamin D 0 mcg 0% Calcium 200 mg 15% Iron 0 mg 0%Potassium 480 mg 10%* *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs -28 -49 -63 -70

28

Which of the following physiological and/or psychological effects often occurs when a person reaches a BAC of 0.20? -Cannot walk without assistance, mental confusion, and/or may pass out -Loss of consciousness and/or coma -Some loss of good judgement and altered mood/relaxation -Slower-than-normal reaction time, loss of balance, and/or impaired memory

Cannot walk without assistance, mental confusion, and/or may pass out

When he prepares food, Nick wants to use a product that is a rich source of unsaturated fat. Based on this information, which of the following fats should he select? -Unsalted butter -Partially-hydrogenated shortening -Coconut oil -Canola oil

Canola oil

Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids? -Baked chicken -Canola oil -Green beans -Corn oil

Canola oil

Which of the following statements is true? -Breastfeeding reduces a woman's risk of type 1 diabetes in later adulthood. - Human milk naturally contains antibodies and immune cells that are not in infant formulas. -The composition of human milk remains consistent over time. -Women who breastfeed their babies tend to gain weight at a faster rate than women who choose to formula-feed their infants.

Human milk naturally contains antibodies and immune cells that are not in infant formulas.

The largest food assistance program in the United States, aiding about 44 million Americans each year, is the blank. -Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) -National School Lunch Program (NSLP) -Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) -Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Blank is a farming method that does not deplete natural resources or harm the environment while meeting the demand for food. -Sustainable agriculture -Biotechnology -Genetic modification -Splicing

Sustainable agriculture

Anna would like to offer a high-fiber, nutrient-dense snack to her healthy 4-year-old son. Based on this information, she should serve blank. -a small unpeeled apple that has been cut into wedges -½ of a chocolate doughnut that has the frosting removed -1 cup of French fries from a fast-food restaurant that has been salted with iodized salt -2 slices of baked ham on a toasted English muffin

a small unpeeled apple that has been cut into wedges

The liver uses cholesterol to make blank. -vitamin A -bile -water -fatty acids

bile

Which of the following is a solution to overcoming lack of support as a barrier to exercise? - Invite your best friend to a group fitness class -Don't share your fitness goals with your friends or family -Vent online about how you can't seem to find enough time to exercise -Schedule a 30-minute window in your day for walking

invite your best friend to a group fitness class

Which of the following is an example of a trace mineral? -Iron -Calcium -Potassium -Sulfur

iron

A major nutrition-related concern of adolescent females is blank intake. -high calcium -low niacin -high protein -low iron

low iron

Compared to preschoolers, older children tend to eat blank. - more foods away from home -smaller amounts of added sugars -fewer fried foods -smaller portions of sugar-sweetened beverages

more foods away from home

What was lacking in the diet of those diagnosed with pellagra? -niacin. -biotin. -ascorbic acid. -vitamin K.

niacin

In the body, lipids blank. -provide insulation against cold temperatures -are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber -stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals -are needed for proper cholesterol digestion

provide insulation against cold temperatures

Bill is 83 years of age. His blank is likely to have a negative influence on his nutritional status. -ethnic background -daily exercise regimen -social isolation -full set of natural teeth

social isolation

To conserve the vitamin content of foods, blank. -cook slowly in large amounts of water -peel vegetables and cut into small pieces before cooking in water -store in warm conditions, and expose to sunlight and air -stir-fry instead of boil

stir-fry instead of boil

Reduced blank is a normal physiological change associated with aging. -vulnerability to cancer -heartburn -bruising -thirst sensation

thirst sensation

The blank gland produces the primary hormone that controls the metabolic rate. -hypothalamus - thyroid -adrenal -salivary

thyroid

Albert has come into hard times after recently losing his job. With little money saved, Albert has had to significantly reduce both the quality and quantity of his diet due to his inability to purchase enough food. Albert is experiencing blank. -marginal food security -high food security -low food security - very low food security

very low food security

What percentage of adults in the U.S. gets the recommended amount of physical activity that would help prevent them from developing chronic diseases? -20% -25% -65% -50%

50%

How many ounces of water should you be drinking a day? - 2-3 eight-ounce glasses a day - 8-12 eight-ounce glasses a day - An eight-ounce glass a day - 6-7 eight-ounce glasses a day

8-12 eight-ounce glasses a day

Which of the following is a macronutrient or energy producing substance? -Fats -Vitamin C -Calcium -Sodium

fats

In which food group would nuts and seeds be placed? -Protein -Fats -Dairy -Carbohydrates

-Protein

What is the suggested frequency for flexibility exercise? -3-5 days/week -30+ minutes -Occasionally - 2-3 days/week

2-3 days/week

Globally, which of the following vitamins or minerals is not one of the top four micronutrient deficiencies associated with undernutrition? -Folate -Vitamin A -Iron -Zinc

Folate

Blank is a state in which individuals are concerned about not having food or not enough money to buy more food. - Food insecurity -Food security -Hunger -Food desert

Food insecurity

Which weight loss program not only addresses eating habits but also exercising, stress and sleep? -WW -Noom -Jenny Craig -Nutrisystem

Noom

A college student consumes 2 cups of milk daily. According to MyPlate, how many cups is recommended? -2 cups -3 cups -4 cups -5 cups

-3 cups

According to MyPlate, Erika should consume 4 cups of milk daily. She prefers eating plainyogurt to drinking milk. How much plain yogurt can she eat to meet her plan's recommendation for milk and milk products? -2 cups -3 cups -4 cups -5 cups

-4 cups

Refer to the label. This food would help in the prevention of which of the following? Nutrition Facts Serving size: ½ cup (40 g) Servings per Container: 13Calories 150 % Daily Value*Total Fat 2.5 g 3 % Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0%Sodium 0 mg 0%Total Carbohydrate 27g 10% Dietary Fiber 4g 14% Sugars 1gProtein 5gVitamin D 0 mcg 0% Calcium 21 mg 2% Iron 0 mg 0%Potassium 145 mg 4%*Percent Daily *Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs -Anemia -Diabetes -Osteoporosis -Heart disease

-Heart disease

For lunch today Becky ate a chicken sandwich on whole wheat bread, a small bag of potato chips, and an orange. She drank a cup of orange juice. Which component of this lunch would be considered a source of empty calories? -Chicken -Orange -Potato Chips -Whole wheat bread

-Potato Chips

An athlete takes protein supplements before and after workouts. He told his workout partner that he became 200% stronger within a couple of months after adding the supplements to his diet. What type of reporting is method? -factoid -anecdote -variable -case report

-anecdote

The label on a bag of salt-free pretzels indicates that the chips are "low-fat." This means thepretzels provide blank gram(s) of fat or less per serving. -1 -3 -5 -7

3

Which of the following statements is true? -In the United States, healthy boys begin puberty between 14 and 16 years of age. -A healthy girl's skeletal growth is almost complete about 2 years after she begins menstruating. -By the time he reaches 16 years of age, a healthy boy's skeletal development is complete. -In the United States, most girls do not begin puberty until they are 14 years of age.

A healthy girl's skeletal growth is almost complete about 2 years after she begins menstruating.

Blank is a condition characterized by the accumulation of scar tissue in the liver leading to its irreversible damage. -Cirrhosis of the liver -Metabolic syndrome -Type 2 diabetes -BAC

Cirrhosis of the liver

Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids? -Flaxseeds -Apples -Leaf lettuce -Fat-free milk

Flaxseeds

Which of the following topics is one of the five overarching guidelines of the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans? -Increase your intake of fresh fruits and vegetables. -Eat only sustainably-grown produce. -Incorporate whole grains into half of your meals. -Focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount.

Focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount.

Blank is an enzyme that detoxifies alcohol in the stomach. -Gastric alcohol dehydrogenase -Pancreatic amylase -Lipase -Peptidase

Gastric alcohol dehydrogenase

Which of the following food groups includes foods that are among the best sources of riboflavin? -Grains -Vegetables -Fruit -Oils

Grains

Why is taking excess amounts of fat-soluble vitamins more likely to cause toxicity than taking excesses of water-soluble vitamins? -The body has higher requirements for water-soluble vitamins. -In general, excesses of fat-soluble vitamins cannot be excreted as easily as water-soluble vitamins. -The body has higher requirements for fat-soluble vitamins. -In general, water-soluble vitamins are more likely to be stored in the body than fat-soluble vitamins.

In general, excesses of fat-soluble vitamins cannot be excreted as easily as water-soluble vitamins.

Which of the following is a key nutrition concept? -Malnutrition includes overnutrition as well as undernutrition. -Foods and the nutrients they contain are cure-alls. -Variety, moderation, and balance are unimportant in ensuring a diet's nutritional adequacy. -The best way for people to obtain all the essential nutrients is to consume dietary supplements.

Malnutrition includes overnutrition as well as undernutrition.

The latest dietary guidelines for drinking alcohol include which of the following? -Drinking 5oz of red wine per day will enhance the development of a calm baby. -One should start drinking on the basis of the potential health benefits. -Moderate drinking for a male is 24 oz of beer per day. -No amount of drinking is recommended.

Moderate drinking for a male is 24 oz of beer per day.

Which of the following statements is true? -According to MyPlate, you must use "SuperTracker" to evaluate one's diet. -Food guides are shaped as squares. -Olives, salmon, and avocados are sources of unhealthy solid fats. -Most food guides classify eggs in the protein foods group.

Most food guides classify eggs in the protein foods group.

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high. To lower her cholesterol level, she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement, but she experienced severe facial flushing as a result. Based on this information, which vitamin did she take? -Vitamin B-12 -Niacin -Vitamin C -Riboflavin

Niacin

Blank are water-soluble vitamins. -Niacin, riboflavin, and thiamin -Vitamins K, D, and E -Pantothenic acid, vitamin A, and choline -Vitamins B-12, B-6, and E

Niacin, riboflavin, and thiamin

Which of the following foods contains the most water by weight? -Safflower oil -Peach -Whole-wheat bread -Saltine crackers

Peach

Which of the following is a macronutrient or energy producing substance? -Protein -Vitamin C -Calcium -Sodium

Protein

Which of the following is a main function of minerals? -Major source of energy. -Regulation of body processes and energy metabolism. -Cellular immunity. -Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

Regulation of body processes and energy metabolism.

Which of the following menu items has ingredients that represent all MyPlate food groups? -Ready-to-eat cereal with strawberries, blueberries, wheat germ, and fat-free milk -Sandwich made with Swiss cheese, cooked ham, mayonnaise, and two slices of buttered whole-wheat bread -Salad made with hard-cooked eggs, grapes, leaf lettuce, cooked pasta, and cheddar cheese -Smoothie made with vanilla yogurt, fat-free milk, orange juice, wheat germ, and peaches

Salad made with hard-cooked eggs, grapes, leaf lettuce, cooked pasta, and cheddar cheese

Which of the following statements is true? -Excessive intakes of vitamin D cause rickets in children. -Skin can form prohormone vitamin D after being exposed to sunlight. -Pellagra is the vitamin D deficiency disorder in adults. -Vitamin D is necessary for proper collagen formation.

Skin can form prohormone vitamin D after being exposed to sunlight.

For lunch today Quentin ate a turkey sandwich on whole wheat bread, a small bag of pretzels, and an apple. He also drank a 20-fluid ounce orange-flavored sports drink. Which component of his lunch would be considered a source of empty calories? -Turkey -Sports drink -Whole wheat bread -Apple

Sports drink

Which of the following regions of the world has the largest number of undernourished people? -Sub-Saharan Africa -Western Asia -Latin America -Eastern Europe

Sub-Saharan Africa

Which of the following statements is true? -A group of scientists at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics developed the DRIs. -The adult AMDR for carbohydrates is 45 to 65% of total energy intake. -Recommended Dietary Allowances meet the nutrient needs of 50% of healthy people. -Nutrient requirements are the same, regardless of a person's age or s*ex.

The adult AMDR for carbohydrates is 45 to 65% of total energy intake.

Which of the following statements is true? -The liver makes and stores bile. -The esophagus lining can withstand stomach acid. -Foods that taste bitter are not good energy sources. -The sense of smell contributes to the ability to taste foods.

The sense of smell contributes to the ability to taste foods.

In which food group will cauliflower be placed? -Meat -Grains -Dairy -Vegetables

Vegetables

Which of the following vitamins is most important for bone health? -Vitamin D -Vitamin B-12 -Biotin -Folate

Vitamin D

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that regulates the release of energy? -Carbohydrate -Fat -Protein -Vitamins

Vitamins

Most infants are physically ready to start eating solid foods when they blank. -can sit up with some back support -have most of their primary teeth -develop the swallowing reflux -lose the let-down reflex

can sit up with some back support

Emma consumes dairy products, but she does not eat meat, fish, eggs or poultry. She eats some vegetables and fruits, but she avoids beans, breads, and cereal products. Based on this information, her diet lacks adequate blank. -calcium -potassium -magnesium - iron

iron

A non-essential nutrient -is found only in water. -is found only in foods from plants. -is made by the body. -is not needed for health.

is made by the body.

Which of the following statements is true? -A child's appetite typically increases as his or her growth rate slows. -Snacks have no place in a child's diet. -Because of the choking hazard, children should not be offered cut-up raw vegetables until they are at least 7 years of age. -It is not unusual for children to have food jags.

it is not unusual for children to have food jags.

Analysis the label using the 5%-20% rule. Which of the following statement is true? Nutrition Facts Serving size: ½ cup (40 g) Servings per Container: 13Calories 150 % Daily Value*Total Fat 2.5 g 3 % Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0%Sodium 0 mg 0%Total Carbohydrate 27g 10% Dietary Fiber 4g 14% Sugars 1gProtein 5gVitamin D 0 mcg 0% Calcium 21 mg 2% Iron 0 mg 0%Potassium 145 mg 4%*Percent Daily *Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs -This is a good selection for people on a low salt diet. -The fiber in this food is absent. -This is a good food for strengthening bones. -This food is an appropriate selection for building muscle.

-This is a good selection for people on a low salt diet.

According to the MyPlate guidelines, proteins and grains should account for about blank of the food on a person's plate. -one-half -one-third -one-quarter -two-thirds

-one-half

To improve nutrition and weight status, a primary objective of Healthy People 2020 is to -increase the number of children and adults who receive annual influenza vaccinations. -reduce television advertisements for unhealthy food options. -educate consumers on how to obtain nutrition information from reliable sources. -reduce child and adult consumption of calories from solid fats and added sugars.

-reduce child and adult consumption of calories from solid fats and added sugars.

A woman who was at a healthy weight before becoming pregnant should gain approximately blank pound(s) per week during the third trimester of her pregnancy. - 1 - 0.5 - 2 - 3

1

Which of the following alcohol-containing beverages contains approximately the same amount of alcohol that is in two 12-ounce bottles of beer? - 10 ounces of red wine -5 ounces of whiskey -3 ounces of white wine -1 ounce of vodka

10 ounces of red wine

Refer to the label. This package contains how many calories per serving from fats? Nutrition Facts Serving size: ¼ cup (67 g) Servings per Container: 3Calories 200 % Daily Value*Total Fat 14 g 18 % Saturated Fat 3.5g 17% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 20mg 7%Sodium 820 mg 36%Total Carbohydrate 7g 2% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Sugars 6gProtein 7gVitamin D 0 mcg 0% Calcium 200 mg 15% Iron 0 mg 0%Potassium 480 mg 10% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs -28 -98 -126 -162

126

For adults under the age of 51 years, the adequate intake for sodium is blank daily. 1500 mg 2300 mg 1000 mg 2800 mg

1500 mg

Which of the following statements is true? -In the United States, life expectancy is about 79 years. -The life span of a human being is 100 years. -The longest living (documented) person was a man from Bulgaria who lived for 110 years. -There is little scientific evidence to support the notion that a person's genetic makeup contributes to his or her longevity.

In the United States, life expectancy is about 79 years.

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

Most food guides classify eggs in the protein foods group.

Which of the following is a key nutrition concept? -Most foods are a mixture of nutrients. -Foods and the nutrients they contain are cure-alls. -Malnutrition includes undernutrition but not overnutrition. -The best way for people to obtain all the essential nutrients is to use dietary supplements.

Most foods are a mixture of nutrients.

Which of the following statements is true? -Obese children are more likely to have high blood glucose levels than children who have healthy body weights. -By the end of adolescence, most overfat teenagers have slimmed down and achieved healthy body weights. -Compared to other adolescents, sleep apnea is more likely to affect teens whose BMI-for-ages are between the 50th and 75th percentiles. -For extremely obese adolescents, bariatric surgery is not recommended as a treatment option.

Obese children are more likely to have high blood glucose levels than children who have healthy body weights.

Which of the following statements is true? -The gallbladder makes bile and stores the compound in the liver. -Older adults generally have fewer active taste buds than children. -Foods that taste bitter are generally good energy sources because of their high carbohydrate contents. -Segmentation enables chyme to move through the esophagus.

Older adults generally have fewer active taste buds than children.

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 or related disorders, Becky should blank. -consume green leafy vegetables, drink orange juice, and take a folic acid supplement before getting pregnant -eat at least 3 ounces of fatty fish three times a week, take vitamin A and D supplements, and drink more fat-free milk during the first three months of pregnancy -take pantothenic acid, B-6, and B-12 supplements before getting pregnant -take iron, zinc, and magnesium supplements during the first month of pregnancy, then eat more whole-grain breads and cereals for the remaining months of the pregnancy

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

To improve nutrition and weight status, a primary objective of Healthy People 2020 is to -increase the number of children and adults who receive annual influenza vaccinations. -reduce television advertisements for unhealthy food options. -educate consumers on how to obtain nutrition information from reliable sources. -increase the intake of whole grains in those >2 years old.

increase the intake of whole grains in those >2 years old

Which of the following statements is true? -By 2 to 4 months of age, most infants can use their fingers to pick up and chew "finger foods." -It is safe to use honey to sweeten infant foods. -Caregivers should not give popcorn, grapes, and cut-up raw vegetables to infants. -Goat's milk mixed with gelatin water is a suitable substitute for breast milk.

Caregivers should not give popcorn, grapes, and cut-up raw vegetables to infants.

Pregnant females who have the highest risk of experiencing complications during pregnancy are blank. -women between the age of 24 and 32 years old - teenage girls and women over the age of 35 years old -women between the age of 21 and 30 years old -women between the age of 22 and 33 years old

teenage girls and women over the age of 35 years old

In the human body, water is involved in blank. -transporting substances -providing energy to fuel cellular activity -protecting polyunsaturated fatty acids from free radical damage -alcohol digestion

transporting substances