nut quiz 1/2
Which of the following statements is true?
Fruits and veggies are sources of fiber
A food scientist is developing a infant formula that stimulates the composition of breast milk. Based on the information, which of the following substances would he add to the formulas recipe?
Lactose
the amount of vitamin C that meets about 98% of the populations need for the nutrient is the ____ for the vitamin
RDA
the primary function of the cardiovascular system is
circulation of blood throughout the body
Hillary would like to add more soluble fiber to her diet. Which of the following foods should she add?
citrus fruits
If your diet supplies more sugar and starch than you need, the excess can be
converted into fat and stores
Chyme moves from the stomach into the
duodenum
An _____ is a compound that speeds up (catalyzes) a chemical reaction.
enzyme
according to scientific evidence, which of the following actions can help reduce a persons risk of type 2 diabetes
exercising daily
review the following claims that a manufacturer wants to include of the labels of packaged foods. Which one would the FDA allow to be used.
foods that contain dietary fiber, VA/C may reduce the risk of cancer. Although a serving of creamed broccoli has 7g of fat, it is an excellent source of both vitamins
Bryan has type 2 diabetes. Which of the following conditions is a typical sign or symptom of this chronic disease?
frequent urination
which of the following substances is an important dietary monosacc. for humans
fructose
glycogen is composed of ____ molecules
glucose
the tolerable upper limit for a nutrient is the
highest average amount that is unlikely to harm most people when consumed daily
the _____ is the 3rd segment of the small intestine
ileum
which of the following nutrients is a micronutrient
iron
The ______ is the second segment of the small intestine
jejunum -DJI
Caden develops intestinal cramps and gas after he drinks more than a half cup of milk. He can eat yogurt and cheese without any discomfort. Based on this information, Caden probably has
lactose intolerance
the ____ helps form feces by absorbing excess water and some minerals from chyme.
large intestine
the _____ is an accessory organ in the digestive system
liver
the ______ is an accessory organ of the digestive system
liver
Which of the following statements is true?
maltose is the complex carb in potatoes, rice and beans
the process of digestion begins in the
mouth
An essential nutrient
must be supplied by your diet
a scientist thinks she has discovered an essential nutrient for humans, because this substance is
needed for the normal development of human cells
which of the following food groups is not a major food group of myplate
oils
an _____ is a body structure composed of tissues that have related functions
organ
which of the following organs produces and secrets enzymes that are essential for proper digestion
pancreas
which of the following sweeteners provides 4kcal/g
sucrose
Dieticians often refer to __________ as "empty calorie" foods
sugar-sweetened soft drinks
which of the following statements about food labels is true
the nutrition facts panel provides information about total carbs in a serving of food
the lining of the small intestine is covered with ______, tiny finger-like structures that absorb nutrients from food
villi
Scientists at a major university have isolated a chemical from grapes. Which of the following features is an indication that this chemical could be a vitamin?
when a persons diet lacks the chemical, their body experiences different functioning.
table sugar is nearly ________ carbs
100%
a serving of food contains 2 g carbs, 16 g protein , 6g fat, 2mcg vitamin B12 and 60mg iron. Based on this info, this food provides ____ kcals
126 1g protein =4 kcal 1g fat = 9 cal
a serving of food supplies 100kcal from protein. Based off this info, how many g of protein are in the serving
25 1kcal=4p
jorge weighs 198 punds. What is his weight is kilograms
90 (1lb=2.2kg)
which of the following standards can help you compare nutrient contents of packaged foods to make healthier choices
DVs
an estimated average requirement (EAR) is the
amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of 50% of healthy people in a particular population
Avi's salivary glands do not secrete amylase. As a result of his condition, his mouth cannot ________.
begin starch digestion
the common name for glucose is _____ sugar
blood sugar
a persons ______ is not a major influence for his or her food selection practices
blood type
which of the following organs is not an accessory organ of the digestive system?
brain - liver, gallbladder and pancreas are accessory organs
which of the following is a rich source of fiber
brown rice (grain)
which of the following substances is a phytochemical
caffeine
Most forms of _____ are a source of energy for cells.
carbs