nut

The RDA for a particular vitamin is based on the minimum amount needed to consume to prevent that vitamin's deficiency disorder.

False

The esophagus is a muscular tube that connects the stomach to the small intestine.

False

The large intestine is the longest segment of the gastrointestinal tract.

False

The typical American diet supplies about 70% of total energy from carbohydrates.

False

Undigested food rots in your stomach, causing toxic materials to build up in your tissues.

False

Chelsea is concerned that her 2-year-old daughter may have type 1 diabetes. Which of the following conditions is a typical sign or symptom of this form of diabetes?

Having fruity-smelling breath

_____ can break down a triglyceride by removing two fatty acids from the molecule, resulting in a monoglyceride.

Pancreatice lipase

A group of scientists conducts a scientific study to investigate dietary factors that influence the development of obesity. Which of the following activities is not likely to be a component of their research efforts?

Posting findings at the main researcher's Internet web site

Manny's blood pressure is normal; his fasting blood glucose level is 120 mg/dl; he is slightly underweight; and his HbA1c is 7.9. Based on this information, Manny has

diabetes.

Which of the following characteristics is not a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

diet soft drink consumption

Vegetarian diets generally provide high amounts of

dietary fiber.

A magazine advertisement for a weight loss product includes before and after photos of a woman who supposedly lost 50 pounds in 3 weeks while taking the product. The bottom of the ad includes the statement, "Results are not typical." This statement is an example of a(n)

disclaimer.

Insulin

helps glucose enter cells.

A testimonial is

personal endorsement of a product.

After her college graduation party, Jade's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was 0.16%. This level is ___ times the legal limit.

2

The human body contains _____ different amino acids.

20

Twenty-year-old Meghan consumes approximately 1800 kilocalories per day. According to recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, Meghan should consume less than _____ g of saturated fat per day.

20

One egg yolk contains approximately _____ mg of cholesterol.

200

A serving of food supplies 100 kcal from protein. Based on this information, how many grams of protein are in the serving?

25

Ketones

All of these choices are correct.

According to MyPlate, which type of protein should be a limited part of the diet?

Beef sausage

_____ is the hereditary material in cells.

DNA

The ___ is the federal agency that tries to ensure the safety and effectiveness of health-related products.

FDA

A pure beef hamburger patty is 100% protein.

False

The atom is the smallest living unit in the body.

False

Which of the following conditions are signs of metabolic syndrome?

High blood glucose, large waist circumference, high triglycerides

_____ is the enzyme that breaks down the carbohydrate in milk.

Lactase

If I need technical help with Connect, I need to contact:

McGraw-Hill's Customer Experience Team

Which of the following foods is not nutrient-dense?

Potato chips

According to MyPlate, added sugars are grouped with which food group?

Solid fats

Constipation is when bowel movements occur less frequently and/or are difficult to eliminate.

True

Belle is pregnant and has two young children. She is having difficulty supporting her family on an income of $18,000/year. Recently, she was diagnosed with high blood pressure and iron deficiency. Based on this information, Belle should enroll in the _____ program.

WIC

An _____ is a personal report or experience, such as how taking megadoses of vitamin C influenced one's health.

anecdote

Phospholipids

can act as emulsifiers.

Generally, epidemiological studies

cannot determine cause-and-effect relationships.

A researcher has 200 participants who have high blood pressure and 200 participants who have similar characteristics but their blood pressure is normal. She collects dietary intake information for all study participants and evaluates the levels of fish consumption to determine if eating fish regularly has any effect on blood pressure. This is an example of a/an _____ study.

case-control

A person suffering from _____ must consume a gluten-free diet.

celiac disease

Proteins are necessary for

cellular development, growth, and maintenance. (Wrong)

As a result of exposure to heat, the proteins in a raw egg undergo

denaturation

A/an _____ study is one in which neither the participants nor the researchers are aware of who is receiving the placebo or the experimental treatment.

double-blind

Which of the following foods naturally contains cholesterol?

egg yolk

According to the MyPlate, foods that supply _____ calories can be consumed after a person eats the recommended amounts of low-fat or no-added sugar foods from the major food groups.

empty

Dietary fats

enhance absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

This accessory organ of the digestive system produces and secretes bile:

liver

Which of the following actions may reduce your risk of CVD?

losing excess body fat

Phil takes supplements that supply 1000 mg of vitamin C three times a day. The recommended amount of vitamin C is 90 mg/day. His daily vitamin C intake is an example of a

megadose.

According to the Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act,

nutrient supplements are classified as foods.

A person following a vegan diet would eat

nuts

In the United States, food insecurity is most likely to affect

older adults on fixed incomes.

The _____ produces and secretes certain enzymes that are essential for the digestive process.

pancreas

Fruit is generally a good source of all of the following substances, except

protein

The _____ is the major site of nutrient absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.

small intestine

Kim just finished eating a roast beef sandwich. Most of the fat in the sandwich will undergo digestion in Kim's

small intestine.

The primary site of triglyceride digestion and absorption is the

small intestine.

Recommended Dietary Allowances are

standards for daily intakes of several nutrients.

Chemical digestion of protein begins in the

stomach

Ian sweetens his hot oatmeal with a teaspoon of brown sugar. The chemical name for this type of sugar is

sucrose.

The chemical name for table sugar is

sucrose.

Modifiable risk factors for atherosclerosis include

tobacco use.

Which popular soybean food is made from soybeans and has the consistency of thick jelly. It is often added to a variety of foods.

tofu

Lipoproteins

transport lipids in the bloodstream.

A person suffering from lactose-intolerance can usually consume _____ without experiencing intestinal discomfort.

yogurt

A ready-to-eat cereal that supplies 4 grams of fiber per serving can claim _____ on the label.

"good source of fiber"

Consumers can use information about _____ provided on food labels to compare nutrient contents of packaged foods and make more healthful choices.

%DVs

Which of the following foods is the most nutrient-dense food choice from the grains food group?

1 whole wheat bagel

The U.S. Dietary Guidelines 2010 recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than ____% of total energy intake.

10

One kilocalorie is equivalent to

1000 calories.

A 6-ounce serving of a beverage contains 450 ml water, 20 g sugar and 5 g alcohol. This amount of the beverage supplies _____ kcal.

115

Which of the following foods is an example of an empty calorie food?

12 oz. serving of a regular soft drink

Erika is making a recipe from foods that contain the following nutrients: 120 ml of water, 50 g of fat, 40 g of protein, 500 mg of vitamin C, 235 g of carbohydrate, and 600 mg of calcium. Approximately how many kilocalories does the entire product of this recipe provide?

1550

A teaspoon of sugar supplies about 16 kilocalories, which is the same as _____ calories.

16,000

The Adequate Intakes for dietary fiber are ____ g/day.

25 to 38

Peter is drinking a beverage containing 5 grams of alcohol. The alcohol in this beverage provides _____ kilocalories.

35

Which of the following contains the most protein per serving?

4 ounces cooked chicken breast

A recipe calls for one cup of vegetable oil. One cup is equivalent to

8 fluid ounces.

Triglycerides account for about _____ of lipids in your body and food.

95%

Semivegetarian Lactovegetarian Ovovegetarian Lactoovovegetarian

A. All except red meats C. Milk and milk products, no animal flesh or eggs B. Eggs but no other animal foods D. Milk and milk products and eggs but no other animal foods

DNA peptide bond gene polypeptides

A. hereditary material that provides instructions for making proteins C. chemical attraction that connects two amino acids together B. portion of DNA D. proteins comprised of 50 or more amino acids

Which of the following statements is false?

All nutritionists are registered dietitians.

Contact a physician when vomiting:

All of the above

Which of the following foods are naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids?

All of the above are naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Dairy products are good sources of

All of these choices are correct.

During which stage of life is the body in a state of positive nitrogen balance?

All of these choices are correct.

Which of the following features is a "red flag" indicating that the source of nutrition information is unreliable?

All of these choices are correct.

Which of the following foods is generally not classified in the dairy products group?

All of these choices are correct.

_____ are vessels that carry blood away from the heart.

Arteries

Which of the following statements is true?

As a person ages, his or her ability to differentiate tastes decreases.

_____ is the process in which cells deposit cholesterol and other substances under the lining of an artery, forming arterial plaque.

Atherosclerosis

Which of the following statements is false?

Cholesterol is in plant and animal foods.

_____ are formed by intestinal cells and enter the lymphatic system immediately after lipid digestion and absorption.

Chylomicrons

The canned soup you are eating says "Made with organic ingredients" on the label. Which of the following is true about your soup?

Contains 70 to 95% organic ingredients.

Which of the following does not describe quinoa?

Contains less protein than most cereal grains.

In cells, ______ controls the assembly of amino acids into proteins.

DNA

_________ is the process of removing nitrogen from an amino acid.

Deamination

Which of the following statements is true?

Diets that supply adequate energy from carbohydrates but lack protein can cause kwashiorkor.

_____ are small negatively charged particles.

Electrons

Which of the following recommendations is not included with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010?

Engage in at least 60 minutes of vigorous physical activity daily.

The ____ is responsible for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medications and other health-related products.

FDA

According to most dietary guides, eggs are classified with dairy foods.

False

After you eat a meal, the pancreas secretes glucagon, a hormone that signals your body to store energy.

False

To promote a society in which all people live long, healthy lives" is the vision statement of which government health initiative?

Healthy People 2020

Tabatha consumes more carbohydrates than she needs. Her body's stores of glycogen are full. According to this information, what will happen to the excess carbohydrates in her body?

Her body can convert the excess carbohydrate to fat and store it in the body.

_____ is an amino acid that some medical experts think is a risk factor for CVD.

Homocysteine

Which of the following statements is false?

In the United States, undernutrition is more common than over-nutrition.

Which of the following statements is false?

Incidence of peanut allergies is decreasing in the United States.

______ is the hormone that enables glucose to enter cells.

Insulin

Which of the following nutrients does not provide any energy for humans?

Iron

Which of the following nutrients is a micronutrient?

Iron

Which of the following describing alcohol is false?

Metabolism occurs in the pancreas.

Which of the following standards is not a type of Dietary Reference Intake?

Minimum Dietary Need

Which of the following statements is not true?

Most Americans consume excessive amounts of dietary fiber.

Amy has type 1 diabetes. To reduce her son's risk of this disease, Amy should

None of these is correct.

Which of the following statements about diabetes mellitus is true?

Persons with diabetes mellitus have a higher risk of heart disease and kidney failure than people who do not have the disease.

Which of the following nutrients is a source of energy?

Protein

Which of the following substances is a nutrient that is essential for normal muscle growth and rebuilding?

Protein

Which of the following statements is false?

Proteins are part of triglycerides.

_____ is the presentation of health information that appears to be factual and obtained by scientific methods, when it is actually not based on facts or scientific evidence.

Pseudoscience

Which of the following statements is true?

Some absorption of alcohol occurs in the stomach.

Which of the following does not have to be included on the label of the dietary supplement you are taking?

Statement indicating what the supplement is designed to treat.

Which of the following foods is least likely to cause an allergic reaction?

Strawberries

Which of the following artificial sweeteners is actually made from sugar?

Sucralose

Which of the following statements is true?

The FDA requires dietary supplements to be tested for effectiveness before they are marketed. (Wrong)

The _____ for a nutrient is the highest average amount that is unlikely to harm most people when consumed daily.

Tolerable Upper Intake Level

Five-year-old Layla consumes a lot of sugary snacks. According to scientific evidence, which of the following conditions is clearly associated with her diet?

Tooth decay

"Diet" refers to an individual's typical pattern of food choices.

True

A desirable range for total blood cholesterol is less than 200 mg/dl.

True

A health claim describes the relationship between a food, food ingredient, or dietary supplement and reduced risk of a nutrition-related condition.

True

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, you should increase physical activity and decrease time spent on sedentary behaviors.

True

Tomatoes are an example of an acidic food.

True

When evaluating a dietary supplement, be wary of a product that promises quick and easy remedies for a health-related problem such as obesity.

True

Which of the following conditions is not a leading cause of death in the United States?

Tuberculosis

_____ is the waste product of amino acid metabolism.

Urea

Which of the following statements is false?

Vegetables grown under organic conditions are more nutritious than those grown by conventional farming methods.

Which of the following federally subsidized food programs is designed to improve the nutritional status specifically of low-income pregnant and breastfeeding women and their preschool children in the United States?

WIC

Which of the following decreases risk for heartburn?

Wearing loose fitting clothing.

Which of the following foods have the highest glycemic load?

White rice, boiled

Trans fatty acids are

a by-product of the hydrogenation process.

Which of the following websites is most likely to provide biased and unreliable nutrition information?

a site that promotes or sells dietary supplements (*.com)

Fats in foods

add taste and contribute to "mouth feel."

Derek takes protein supplements before and after his workouts. He told his workout partner that he became 200% stronger within a couple of months after he added the supplements to his diet. His report about the effects of the supplements is an example of a(an)

anecdote.

Men's Journal and Family Circle may be unreliable sources of nutrition information, because

articles in such popular magazines generally do not undergo peer-review before they are published.

A person who has phyenylketonuria (PKU) should avoid the artificial sweetener

aspartame.

People with celiac disease should

avoid foods that contain gluten.

MyPlate is not

based on four major food groups.

Jamie has a tumor that affects the functioning of her beta cells. Based on this information, Jamie's

blood glucose level is difficult to regulate.

Which of the following tips is a recommended way to reduce food costs?

buying food in bulk, if it can be used before spoiling

Scientists study 200 adults who have type 2 diabetes and 200 adults who have similar characteristics but do not have the disease. For 18 months, the researchers collect lifestyle information on all the study participants. According to the study's findings, the adults with type 2 diabetes were 25% less physically active than their counterparts who did not have type 2 diabetes. This is an example of a(n) _____ study.

case-control

Which of the following compounds is a hormone that stimulates bile secretion by the gallbladder?

cholecystokinin (CCK)

In order for your score on your Connect assignment to pull into the Blackboard grade center you need to _______ after you complete and submit your assignment.

click the "return to Blackboard" button

Having a control group enables researchers to

compare findings of the control group with those of the experimental group.

The label on a bag of snack chips indicates the chips are "low-fat." This means the chips

contain less than 3 grams of fat per serving.

According to a key goal of Healthy People 2020, Americans should

create environments that foster good health for everyone.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's dietary guidelines, which of the following foods help promote good health?

cup of cooked legumes

Scientists conduct a study in which 100 adults with chronic diarrhea are divided into 2 groups of 50 people. One group is given a supply of yogurt that contains a certain kind of bacteria and the other group is given yogurt that is bacteria free. The study's participants and researchers do not know which group of subjects has the bacteria in the yogurt and which group does not. The scientists instruct the participants to eat the entire 8 ounces of yogurt once a day for a month and record the their bowel habits. This is an example of a(n) ____ study.

double-blind

Impoverished children who live in developing countries have a high risk of dying from

drinking polluted water.

Which of the following populations has the greatest risk for protein malnutrition in the United States?

elderly

A researcher wants to determine if colon cancer is more prevalent in Japanese males or American males. To make this determination he will conduct a/an _____ study.

epidemiological

A researcher is conducting a study where she has all participants consume 8 ounces of yogurt per day for 3 months. Some of the yogurt has added live bacteria and some does not. The researcher wants to evaluate if the added live bacteria has a benefit in preventing diarrhea. The group of subjects receiving the yogurt with added live bacteria is called the _____ group.

experimental

When planning a menu for a day that includes packaged foods, your goal is to obtain at least 100% of the Daily Value for

fiber.

Mucus is defined as

fluid that lubricates and protects certain cells.

Most ready-to-eat cereals have undergone

fortification

Cholesterol is

found only in animal foods.

Honey naturally contains high amounts of

fructose

Compared to 40 years ago, Americans generally consume more

fruit

It has been several hours since Adrienne has had anything to eat. In response to the lack of food, her pancreas secretes _____ to increase her blood glucose level.

glucagon

Which of the following simple sugars is a component of lactose, maltose, and sucrose?

glucose

Over the past fifty years, Americans' consumption of milk

has decreased substantially.

A protein

has nitrogen in its chemical structure.

Which of the following conditions is not a common sign or symptom of type 1 diabetes?

hyperactivity

The cholesterol carried by low-density lipoproteins (LDL cholesterol)?

is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol.

The artificial sweetener sucralose

is sold under the brand name Splenda.

A form of undernutrition that results from consuming adequate energy and insufficient high-quality protein is ___________.

kwashiorkor

Which of the following substances is a disaccharide?

lactose

An example of a substance with an acidic pH is:

lemon juice

Which of the following amino acids is essential for humans?

leucine

Alcohol metabolism is not influenced by a person's

level of caffeine consumption.

A _____ amino acid is an essential amino acid that is in relatively low amounts in a food.

limiting

Which of the following substances is an essential fatty acid?

linoleic acid

The _____ is the primary site of nonessential amino acid synthesis.

liver

The first step in the scientific method is to

make observations that generate questions.

A group of registered dietitians is planning to conduct a scientific study to investigate the effects of eating honey on school-age children's behavior. At first, the researchers will

make observations.

The first step of the scientific method usually involves

making observations that generate questions.

According to Shawn's physician, Shawn has a high risk of _____ because his waist circumference is 42 inches, his blood pressure consistently measures 140 mm Hg/90 mm Hg, and his fasting blood glucose level is 110 mg/dl.

metabolic syndrome

A typical lacto-vegetarian consumes

milk

Which of the following foods is not a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

milk

Liquid olive oil is a rich source of

monounsaturated fatty acids.

An essential nutrient

must be supplied by the diet.

Sarah is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. She is weak, has a poor appetite, and has been losing weight. According to this information, Sarah is most likely in a state of

negative nitrogen balance.

Unlike carbohydrates and fats, proteins have _____ in their chemical structures.

nitrogen

Which of the following enzymes breaks down starch in the small intestine?

pancreatic amylase

_______ is the gastric enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller polypeptides.

pepsin

The link that holds two amino acids together is called a

peptide bond.

A _____ fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the carbon chain.

polyunsaturated

Homocysteine is a(n)

possible marker for cardiovascular disease.

Sophia was diagnosed with PKU when she was 3 days old. Which of the following foods can she eat to meet her protein needs?

potatoes

A nutrition researcher would like to determine whether women who takes fish oil supplements during pregnancy give birth to babies who score higher on basic intelligence tests when they are 5 years of age than the 5-year old children that were born to women who did not take the fish oil supplements during pregnancy. This kind of research is a _____ study.

prospective

Green beans with brown rice and cashews is a complementary ______ dish.

protein

Daily values

provide nutrition information on food labels.

A magazine article about weight loss diets includes false information about the process of digestion that uses scientific-sounding terms to make it seem factual. The faulty information is an example of

pseudoscience.

A health claim that is allowed on food packages can not

quantify any degree of disease risk reduction.

A chemist would like to develop a functional food that may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Based on this information, the chemist is most likely to add the phytochemical _____ to the food's recipe.

quercetin

A group of nutrition researchers interviews 100 adults who have chronic high blood pressure to determine whether there is an association between consuming diets low in calcium during adolescence and developing high blood pressure in adulthood. This study is an example of a ____ study.

retrospective

According to numerous scientific studies, low levels of physical activity are associated with increased chances of developing excess body fat and type 2 diabetes. Thus, physical inactivity is a ____ for developing excess body fat and type 2 diabetes.

risk factor

According to results of numerous scientific studies, diets high in saturated fat increases people's chances of developing heart disease. Thus, a diet that supplies an excessive amount of saturated fat is a ____ for heart disease.

risk factor

According to results of numerous scientific studies, high-salt diets increase people's chances of developing high blood pressure. Thus, a diet that supplies excessive amounts of salt is a ____ for high blood pressure.

risk factor

Which of the following menu items form a complementary protein dish when combined?

romaine lettuce, toasted bread cubes, and almonds

Solid fats generally have a high proportion of ________ fatty acids.

saturated

Butter is a rich source of

saturated fatty acids.

Most of the people living in a small South African village have access to nutritious foods. Soon after their birth, 10 infants in the village developed severe diarrhea, which resulted in dehydration. After questioning the infants' parents, local public health officials were able to determine the cause of the diarrhea. Based on the officials' findings, the parents were advised to

stop diluting the babies' formula with local well water.

Dietitians often refer to _____ as "empty-calorie" foods.

sugar-sweetened soft drinks

The human body uses amino acids to

synthesize certain hormones, to make enzymes, and to obtain energy.

Glycogen is

the form of carbohydrate that is stored in liver and muscle tissue.

Phil is a participant in a study designed to examine the effects of taking a dietary supplement on muscle tissue development. Phil suspects he is in the experimental group, because he is certain his muscles are bigger and stronger as a result of taking the product supplied by the researchers. When the study is completed, Phil learns that he did not receive the dietary supplement. Phil thinks the researchers made a mistake—he is certain his muscle mass increased while he took the supplement. According to this information, Phil's belief that his physical condition improved while he participated in the study is an example of

the placebo effect.

A correlation is

the relationship between two variables.

Which form of diabetes is more common in overweight or obese individuals?

type 2

Ammonia is converted into _____ in the liver.

urea

A _____ is a factor such as a person's age, weight, or environment that can change and influence results of a study.

variable

The dietary concept that a person should eat many types of nutritious foods and should not eat the same foods every day is called

variety.

Which of the following is an advantage of vegetarian diet intake?

vitamins C, E, and folic acid

The term causation is defined as

whether a practice is responsible for an effect.

Diets rich in sweets have been shown to be a major cause of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.

False

Each food can be classified as a "good" or "bad" food.

False

In general, nutrition information that appears on Internet web sites has been through a peer-review process.

False

In general, testimonials for weight loss supplements are based on scientific evidence.

False

In the United States, researchers can conduct a study involving human subjects without telling the participants what risks may be involved.

False

Maltose is the disaccharide in milk.

False

Metabolism is the process by which large molecules in food are broken down into smaller ones in the digestive tract.

False

Salivary amylase and lingual lipase are secretions of the gallbladder.

False

An organic apple is more nutrient-dense than a conventionally grown apple.

False

Dietitians recommend that most of your fruit intake should be in the form of fruit juices.

False

Which of the following statements is false?

Fatty fish are poor sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

The government agency that enforces consumer protection laws by investigating false or misleading health-related claims is the

Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

The organization responsible for monitoring and enforcing consumer protection laws and for investigating complaints about false or misleading health claims that appear on the Internet is the

Federal Trade Commission.

What are the five food groups associated with MyPlate?

Fruits, vegetables, protein, grains, and dairy

_____ can be classified as a dietary supplement.

Gingko biloba

_____ is the polysaccharide found in the muscles and liver of living animals.

Glycogen

Which of the following substances is often referred to as "good" cholesterol?

HDL cholesterol

Which of the following journals is not a peer-reviewed nutrition or medical journal?

Ladies Home Journal

According to scientific evidence, which of the following actions can help reduce a person's risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus?

Losing excess body fat

A nutrition scientist has heard anecdotes about the usefulness of taking megadoses of vitamin C to prevent the common cold. The researcher decides to test the hypothesis that consuming such large doses of vitamin C are an effective way to prevent colds. He provides dietary supplements that contain 10 times the physiological dose of vitamin C in each pill to a group of 12 adults, and he instructs the people to take one pill daily for a year. After a year, the scientist asks the subjects to recall the number and duration of colds they experienced during the previous 12 months. After collecting and analyzing the subjects' responses, the researcher determines that taking megadoses of vitamin C each day is an effective way to prevent cold infections. Based on this information, which of the following statements is true?

The results could have occurred by chance because there were not enough subjects involved in the research.

After undergoing processing, the quality of soy protein is comparable to animal proteins.

True

Alcohol requires no digestion and readily passes through the tissues lining the inside of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.

True

An emulsifier is a substance that helps water-soluble and water-insoluble compounds mix with each other.

True

Before scientists begin their research, they develop a hypothesis to guide their study.

True

Bile aids in the digestion and absorption of fats.

True

Biotechnology in agriculture has led to improved food production.

True

Children under the age of 12 months should not be fed honey because of the risk for infantile botulism.

True

Consuming megadoses of a vitamin or mineral regularly can be dangerous to your health.

True

Corn is a good source of starch.

True

DRIs are developed by a group of nutrition scientists who are members of the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB).

True

Eating a diet rich in whole grain foods may help prevent and/or relieve constipation.

True

Eating a high-fiber diet can improve the functioning of your large intestine and reduce your blood cholesterol levels.

True

Fruits, honey, and certain vegetables are natural sources of fructose.

True

Having a high percentage body fat increases your risk for gallstones.

True

Nutrition is an evolving science, therefore, new dietary advice can be expected regularly.

True

Peanuts, lentils, and soybeans are examples of legumes.

True

People may reduce their risk of obesity, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes by eating more fiber-rich foods.

True

Solubility is defined as how easily a substance dissolves in a liquid solvent.

True

Sucrase is an enzyme that breaks down table sugar.

True

The control group is the group being studied that does not receive a treatment.

True

The epiglottis is a small flap of tissue that folds down over the windpipe to keep food from entering the respiratory system during swallowing.

True