Nutrition - Exam 2
Luis is 23 years of age and weighs 220 pounds. Based on his body weight, his RDA for protein is ____ grams.
80
Which of the following statements is true?
A fitness training program that includes resistance exercise is recommended to increase muscle mass safely.
Which of the following statements is true?
Fat contributes to the flavor of foods.
Which of the following statements is true?
Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen.
Which of the following statements is true?
Honey is a rich source of fructose.
Which of the following statement is true?
Many hormones, including insulin, are proteins.
Which of the following menu items contains complementary protein?
black beans and rice
Which of the following foods is a high-protein snack that can replace a snack that contains animal proteins?
handful of unsalted peanuts
Carlos has a family history of heart disease and stroke. To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease, Carlos should
learn relaxation techniques to manage his emotional stress level.
Bernice is a vegan. Which of the following foods does she eat?
legumes
A chylomicron is a type of
lipoprotein
According to scientific evidence, which of the following actions can help reduce a person's risk of type 2 diabetes?
losing excess fat
Which of the following carbohydrates is a disaccharide comprise of two glucose molecules?
maltose
Shawn's waist circumference is 42 inches, his blood pressure is consistently high, and his fasting blood glucose level is 110 mg/dl. Based on this information, Shawn has
metabolic syndrome
Lactose is the disaccharide in
milk
The basic chemical unit of carbohydrates is a(an)
monosaccharide
Carla wants to lower her risk of cardiovascular disease. Based on this information, she should limit her intake of
salty foods
Solid fats generally have a high proportion of ____ fatty acids.
saturated
If your diet supplies more glucose than you need, the excess can be
stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles.
Which of the following foods is naturally a good source of high-quality protein?
tuna fish
Animal foods supply almost ____ of the protein in the typical American's diet.
two-thirds
Which of the following diets may not provide enough high-quality proteins to support a child's growth?
vegan
Erika is a vegan. To avoid developing a serious nutritional deficiency, she needs to include a source of _____ in her diet.
vitamin B-12
_____ is an essential amino acid.
Lysine
A baby's body uses essential fatty aids
for nervous system development.
You are planning a party for a group of friends. Which of the following foods can you serve to everyone at the party, without having to worry about your friend who has celiac disease?
fruit salad
The three most important dietary monosaccharides for humans are
galactose, glucose, and fructose
Which of the following substances is a hormone that maintains your blood glucose level within normal limits, while you're asleep and when you haven't eaten for awhile?
glucagon
Glycogen is composed of
glucose molecules
A person suffering from celiac disease must avoid eating foods that contain
gluten
Which of the following is a rich food of starch?
rice
Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fat?
salmon
_____ forms when the nitrogen-containing group is removed from an amino acid.
Ammonia
Amy has type 1 diabetes. Based on this information, which of the following statements is true?
Amy needs to obtain insulin either by injections or an insulin pump.
Which of the following statements is true?
Arterial plaque can result in blocked blood vessels.
Which of the following statements is true?
Cigarette smoking increases the production of oxidized LDL cholesterol.
Which of the following statements is true?
Infants should not be fed honey because it may contain botulism spores.
Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is 170 mg/dl, and he has more HDL cholesterol than LDL cholesterol. According to this information,
Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is within the healthy range.
Which of the following lipoproteins contains the highest percentage of cholesterol?
LDL
__ acid is an omega-6 fatty acid.
Linoleic
Which of the following statements is true?
Phospholipids are partially water soluble.
Which of the following statements is true?
The absorptive cells of the small intestine remove amino acids from chyme.
Which of the following statements is true?
Your digestive tract cannot digest dietary fiber.
Carmen is an active 7-year-old who is allergic to peanuts. While attending a classroom party, Carmen accidentally was exposed to peanuts, and she rapidly developed _____ as a result.
anaphylactic shock
Proteins
are comprised of amino acids
Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?
avocado
Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Based on this information, Bill should
become more physically active
Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should limit his intake of
butter and beef
Which of the following foods contributes large amounts of trans fat in American diets?
commercial baked goods
Which of the following practices is known to increase a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
consuming trans fat
Which of the following groups of foods are sources of starch?
corn, potatoes, and rice
Consuming too much protein or excess amino acids can contribute to
dehydration
Pancreatic amylase
digests starch in the small intestine
Nick wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should
eat more whole-gran products
Plant-based diets, especially vegan diets, may not supply enough ____ to meet a child's needs.
energy
Which of the following characteristics or conditions increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
excess body fat
Bryan thinks he has type 2 diabetes. Which of the following conditions is a sign or symptom of this chronic disease?
excessive thirst
According to scientific evidence, which of the following actions can help reduce a person's risk of type 2 diabetes?
exercising daily
Lena's 4-year-old son is not well. He lacks much interest in playing, he has lost weight, his breath has a strange odor, and he seems to be thirsty all the time. Based on this information, Lena should
have her son tested for type diabetes.
Insulin
helps glucose enter cells.
Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week. To help relieve her constipation without taking medications, Betty should
increase her intake of foods that contain insoluble fiber
Which of the following characteristics is a known risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
increasing age
Which of the following substances is a disaccharide comprised of one glucose and one galactose molecule?
lactose
When she prepares food, Felicia wants to use a product that is a rich source of unsaturated fat. Based on this information, which of the following fats should she select?
olive oil
Insulin is made by the
pancreas
The chemical attraction between two amino acids forms a(an)
peptide bond
Bonnie has plaque in an artery in her lower left leg. This condition is a sign of
peripheral artery disease.
Which of the following amino acids is a dietary essential?
phenylalanine
Which of the following menu items contains complementary protein?
pita bread dipped in mashed chickpeas
A scientist discovers a chemical that is a chain of four amino acids. Each amino acid is connected to the other by a peptide bond. Based on the information, the chemical is a
polypeptide
Proteins
provide about 4 kcal/gram.
In the body, lipids
provide insulation against cold temperatures
Connor has atherosclerosis within his brain. Based on this information, he has high risk of
stroke
Ian sweetens his hot oatmeal with a teaspoon of brown sugar. The chemical name for this type of sugar is
sucrose
Five-year-old Layla consumes a lot of sugary snacks. Based on this information, Layla has a high risk of
tooth decay
