FSHN 185 Module 9 Quiz

Which of the following are nutrients for which deficiencies are seldom found? A. Pantothenic acid and Biotin B. Rutin and Inositol C. Folate and Vitamin D D. Niacin and Riboflavin

A. Pantothenic acid and Biotin

Which of the following are nutrients for which deficiencies are seldom found? A. Pantothenic acid and biotin B. Folate and vitamin D C. Rutin and inositol D. Niacin and riboflavin

A. Pantothenic acid and biotin

If a friend asks for advice about using vitamin/mineral tablets, what could you tell her about supplementing wisely? A. Supplement at no more than 100-150% of the RDA for the vitamins and minerals listed. B. Most supplements are stable at room temperature indefinitely. C. Supplements can make up for an otherwise poor diet. D. Use synthetic supplements because they are more potent than natural ones.

A. Supplement at no more than 100-150% of the RDA for the vitamins and minerals listed.

The B vitamins are generally well-distributed throughout the food groups, except that ______________ is found only in foods ________________. A. Vitamin B-12, of animal origin B. Vitamin B-6, of the plant kingdom C. Thiamin, of the grain group D. Riboflavin, of the dairy group

A. Vitamin B-12, of animal origin

Which of the following vitamin deficiencies is known as rickets? A. Vitamin D B. Ascorbic acid C. Niacin D. Folate

A. Vitamin D

Which correctly states a similarity or difference between vitamins and minerals? A. Similarity: both are produced in the body. B. Difference: vitamins are organic, but minerals aren't. C. Difference: vitamins regulate metabolic reactions, but minerals don't. D. Similarity: both are macronutrients

B. Difference: vitamins are organic, but minerals aren't.

The foods that provide most of the vitamin C in our diet are ___________________ and the foods that provide the most vitamin A precursors such as beta-carotene are ___________________. A. Fruits and vegetables, grain products B. Fruits and vegetables, fruits and vegetables C. Milk and milk products, meat substitutes D. Meat substitutes, fruits and vegetables

B. Fruits and vegetables, fruits and vegetables

Which food would you recommend Pacific Islanders eat for an excellent source (>20% of DV) of vitamin A? A. Avocado B. Chayote C. Amaranth D. Citrus fruits

C. Amaranth

The foods that provide most of the vitamin C in our diet are ___________________ and the foods that provide the most vitamin A precursors such as beta-carotene are ___________________. A. Fruits and vegetables, grain products B. Milk and milk products, meat substitutes C. Fruits and vegetables, fruits and vegetables D. Meat substitutes, fruits and vegetables

C. Fruits and vegetables, fruits and vegetables

If a friend asks for advice about using vitamin/mineral tablets, what could you tell her about supplementing wisely? A. Most supplements are stable at room temperature indefinitely. B. Supplements can make up for an otherwise poor diet. C. Supplement at no more than 100-150% of the RDA for the vitamins and minerals listed. D. Use synthetic supplements because they are more potent than natural ones.

C. Supplement at no more than 100-150% of the RDA for the vitamins and minerals listed.

Jennifer has noticed lately that her skin is dry and rough, and she is getting frequent colds. She is also beginning to have trouble seeing at night. What nutrient deficiency might lead to these problems? A. Riboflavin B. Iodine C. Vitamin A D. Vitamin C

C. Vitamin A

Concerning vitamin excesses and deficiencies, which statement is correct? A. Single vitamin deficiencies are more common than multiple vitamin deficiencies. B. Toxicity from water-soluble vitamins does not occur. C. Vitamin toxicity from consuming supplements is more common than from consuming vitamin-rich foods. D. Symptoms of most vitamin deficiencies occur within one day of reduced intake.

C. Vitamin toxicity from consuming supplements is more common than from consuming vitamin-rich foods.

Which individual(s) might be at increased risk for deficiency of one or more vitamins? A. Tran, aged 10, eats mostly unenriched rice because of his family's extreme poverty. B. Suki, aged 19, who eats a variety of foods, but consistently limits her intake to 800 kcal/day to maintain her weight. C. Sara, aged 65, whose chronic abuse of alcohol has caused severe liver damage. D. All of these people are at risk of vitamin deficiencies

D. All of these people are at risk of vitamin deficiencies

Which of the following is/are correct statement(s) about vitamin D? A. Vitamin D can be synthesized by the human body. B. Vitamin D is essential for normal calcium and phosphorus absorption. C. Megadoses of vitamin D may lead to soft tissue damage. D. All statements are correct

D. All statements are correct

It is estimated that about one half of cases of neural tube defect could be prevented if women consume enough ____________ before they become pregnant and during early pregnancy. A. Niacin B. Vitamin A C. Vitamin C D. Folate

D. Folate

Which vitamin/deficiency disease combination is correct? A. Riboflavin/scurvy B. Vitamin E/rickets C. Vitamin D/pellagra D. Folate/megaloblastic anemia

D. Folate/megaloblastic anemia

Vitamin D is unique among the vitamins because _____________________. A. It can be stored in adipose tissue in the body B. It is absorbed and transported via the lymphatic system C. Its absorption requires bile and fat D. It can be formed in the body starting with skin exposure to the sun

D. It can be formed in the body starting with skin exposure to the sun

Match the correct vitamin with the disease that can occur when it is deficient in the diet. A. Vitamin E: Osteomalacia B. Thiamin: Pellagra C. Niacin: Beri-beri D. Vitamin C: Scurvy

D. Vitamin C: Scurvy

Cabbage contains no vitamin C. True False

False