FN 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?
Cholesterol carried by LDL is taken up by arterial cells & makes plaque
Kevin has lactose intolerance, which means he is allergic to lactose.
False
Lactose intolerance is caused by eating foods that contain high amounts of sucrose and maltose.
False
Maltose is the disaccharide that is in milk.
False
The new Nutrition Facts panel provides information concerning amounts of 7 essential amino acids in a serving of food.
False
Which of the following statements is true?
Fat contributes to the flavor of foods.
Which of the following substances is an enzyme that participates in the digestion of proteins?
Pepsin
Which of the following statements is true about proteins?
The human body normally uses very little protein for energy.
A person suffering from celiac disease must avoid ________.
foods with gluten
The three most important dietary monosaccharides for humans are
galactose, glucose, and fructose.
Christina drinks 1 beer a day. At this level of alcohol consumption, she is ________.
moderate drinker
Bryce is an ovovegetarian. Which of the following foods does he eat?
egg salad
Lily is 22 years of age. She usually consumes about 1800 kcal per day. According to AMDR guidelines, protein should be:
10-35%
Chase is a 22-year-old college student. According to AMDR, fat should comprise __% of his total energy intake each day.
20-35%
Sarah consumes approximately 2000 kcal/day. She should limit her saturated fat intake to fewer than ____ kcal/day. <10%
200
High-density lipoproteins carry more cholesterol than low-density lipoproteins.
False
Instructions for making proteins are coded in a cell's ________.
DNA
Bill has type 1 diabetes. What step can he take to reduce the likelihood that he develops hypoglycemia?
Eat meals and snacks that contain carbohydrate on a regular basis
Which of the following statements is true?
Edema is a major sign of protein-energy malnutrition.
"Fruit sugar" is the common name for galactose.
False
After drinking too much alcohol at a party, Sam can sober up rapidly by drinking coffee & taking high doses of vitamins.
False
Fruit juice is an excellent source of fiber.
False
Which of the following organs is the main site for detoxifying alcohol?
Liver
Mason would like to compare amounts of saturated fat in salad dressings. To obtain this information, he should read the
Nutrition Facts panel
Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids
Olive oil
Cameron was born with a condition that requires him to limit eating foods that contain phenylalanine. Based on this:
PKU
Which of the following foods is a rich source of fiber?
brown rice
Which of the following menu items does not contain complementary protein
Salad made with apples, pears, and grapes
DNA contains coded information for making proteins.
True
High-density lipoproteins contain more protein than low-density lipoproteins.
True
In 2015, the U.S. FDA proposed a ban on the use of partially-hydrogenated oils (trans fats) in foods.
True
Proteins help the body maintain its proper acid-base balance.
True
The body stores glucose in the form of glycogen.
True
To estimate a college student's RDA for protein, multiply his or her weight in kg by 0.8 grams.
True
Which of the following substances is an enzyme that participates in the digestion of proteins?
Trypsin
Erika is a vegan. To avoid developing a serious nutritional deficiency, she needs to include a source of ___in her diet.
Vitamin B-12
The body uses cholesterol to make Vitamin___.
Vitamin D
The deamination process forms ________.
ammonia
Proteins ________.
are comprised of amino acids
zQuiz Camden likes to drink a beverage that is made with maple syrup, fruit juice, aspartame, and molasses.Which is not sugar?
aspartame
Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?
avocado
Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index (70 or more)?
baked potato
Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is 190 mg/dl and his HDL cholesterol level is 60 mg/dl. According to this:
blood cholesterol level is within the healthy range
The body uses proteins to make ________.
certain hormones
_____ is a source of sucrose.
chocolate cake
Phil has type 1 diabetes. One afternoon, his blood glucose level was 60 mg/dl. He should:
eat simple sugar
Consuming too much protein or excess amino acids can contribute to ________.
dehydration
___ is the process that changes the normal shape of a protein and, as a result,the molecule loses its usual shape.
denaturation
Steve has pancreatic cancer. As a result of the disease, Steve has a high risk of
diabetes mellitus
Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week. To help relieve her constipation without meds
eat more fiber
Owen usually consumes about 3000 kcal/day. On average, his fat intake is approximately 80 g/day. Based on this:
fat within normal limits for AMDR
Triglycerides have _____ in their chemical structures.
fatty acids
Although Paige drank alcohol before she became pregnant, she refuses to drink any alcohol now for fear of:
fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
A scientist is developing a new food that would help recover from hypoglycemia. Which of the following should she use?
glucose
_____ is the primary fuel for active muscles.
glucose
Compared to a triglyceride molecule, a protein molecule ________.
has nitrogen in its chemical structure
In the body, certain lipids ________.
help maintain cell membranes
Katie is pregnant. She has type 1 diabetes and often has difficulty controlling her blood glucose level. Based on this:
higher risk of baby with birth defects
Duncan's diet contains high amounts of protein & fat, but is very low in carbohydrate. As a result this:
increases ketones
Betty has T2 Diabetes, and cannot keep her fasting blood glucose level under 180 mg/dl. She has higher risk of:
kidney failure
_____ is the disaccharide comprised of one glucose and one galactose molecule.
lactose
A chylomicron is a type of ________.
lipoprotein
The ____ is the primary site for nonessential amino acid production in humans.
liver
Shawn has a high risk of _____ because his waist circumference is 42 inches, his BP is 145/95 & Fasting BG is 110.
metabolic syndrome
Bernard has had COVID-19 for a week. As a result of the illness, he has a fever & lost his appetite.His nitrogen balance
negative
The chemical attraction between the acid group of one amino acid and the amino group of another amino acid can form a __
peptide bond
Lecithin is a type of ________.
phospholipid
Which of the following statements is true?
polyunsaturated fatty acid has 2+ double bonds in hydrocarbon chain
Which of the following foods is a source of cholesterol?
pork steak
Roberta is 25 years of age, healthy, and pregnant. Based on this information, her body is in ____ nitrogen balance.
positive
If you wanted to include a starchy food to your meal, which of the following foods would you add?
potatoes
zQuiz Plant-based diets may not supply enough ____ to meet a child's needs and stunt their growth.
protein
n the body, fat ________.
provide insulation against cold temperatures
Which of the following statements about food labels is true about the Nutrition Facts Panel?
provides information about total carbohydrates in a serving of food.
Hector is a vegan. Which of the following foods does he eat to supply his diet with protein?
quinoa
Franklin wants to limit his added sugar intake. He should
replace soft drinks with water
Melanie's fasting blood glucose level consistently is between 75 and 97 mg/dl. Based on this information, she has
she is normal
Which of the following foods is naturally a good source of high-quality protein?
sirloin steak
Which of the following foods provides the most carbohydrate per 4-ounce serving?
skim milk
Which of the following foods or beverages is a major source of added sugars in American diets?
soft drinks
Which of the following foods is a good source of high-quality protein?
soy milk
Which of the following substances is a complex carbohydrate?
starch
The body uses cholesterol to make ________.
steroid hormones
(Subcutaneous) fat does not ________.
stimulatered blood cell production
Cholecystokinin (CCK) is a hormone that ________.
stimulates the gallbladder to secrete bile into the small intestine
Carlos has a family history of premature heart disease and stroke. To lower his risk of cardiovascular
stopsmoking cigarettes
The primary function of an adipose cell is ________.
store fat
If your diet supplies more sugar and starch than you need, the excess can be
stored as fat
You would like to add a nutritive sweetener to a food that is almost pure carbohydrate. Add:
sugar
Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?
tuna
Manny's blood alcohol concentration is 0.36. Based on this information, Manny is ________.
unconscious
Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?
vegetable oil
Which of the following physical characteristics or health conditions is a sign of metabolic syndrome?
waist circumference of 43"
April wants to add _____ to her salad, because the food is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fats.
walnut