Nutrition Quiz- Preventative Dentistry

Deficiency of which of the following B vitamins is associated with heart irregularities, fatigue, nerve disorders, and mental confusion? a) B1 b) B2 c) B6 d) B12

a) B1

___ is found in the thyroid gland and regulates metabolism of the body as well? a) iodine b) iron c) chlorine d) chromium

a) iodine

The nutrients responsible for growth and repair are ___? a) proteins b) fats c) vitamins d) carbohydrates

a) proteins

Which of the following are used in the building and repair process of body tissues? a) proteins b) fats c) carbohydrates d) minerals

a) proteins

Which of the following is most easily digested and absorbed into the body? a) simple sugars b) complex carbohydrates c) water-soluble fiber d) insoluble fiber

a) simple sugars

The American Heart Association suggests that a diet contain ___ percent fat content? a) 50 b) 30 c) 40 d) 45

b) 30

Which of the following nutrients is the chief source of energy for the body? a) protein b) complex carbohydrates c) simple carbohydrates d) fat

b) complex carbohydrates

Which of the following are considered nonessential amino acids? a) histadine b) glutamate c) lipine d) valine

b) glutamate

Well-nourished persons are usually better able to do which of the following the poorly nourished individuals? a) avoid grand mal seizures b) ward off infections c) manage insulin resistance d) prevent dental caries

b) ward off infections

Carbohydrates that are broken down to simple sugars are ___? a) candies b) soft drinks c) sweet desserts d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Which of the following can prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries? a) proteins b) minerals c) lipids d) vitamins C and E

d) vitamins C and E

Citric fruits, berries, vegetables, and peppers are good sources of which of the following? a) A b) B12 c) C d) D

c) C

An eating disorder characterized by severe weight loss, extreme aversion to food, and an extreme fear of being fat is ___? a) chronic dieting syndrome b) bulimia c) anorexia d) amenorrhea

c) anorexia

The energy that a person uses when at rest is termed ___? a) calorie b) metabolism c) basal metabolic rate d) none of the above

c) basal metabolic rate

Which of the following is true of complex carbohydrates? a) complex carbohydrates are primarily animal products in origin b) complex carbohydrates are also known as roughage c) complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegetables, and fruits d) complex carbohydrates supply only "empty" calories that provide only calories and no other nutrition

c) complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegetables, and fruits

Which of the following forms of carbohydrate is not absorbed by the body? a) simple sugars b) complex carbohydrates c) dietary fiber d) starches

c) dietary fiber

Which of the following foods supplies the body with the most fiber? a) cooked vegetables b) raw vegetables c) legumes and nuts d) fruit

c) legumes and nuts

___ are the components of food that are needed by the body? a) nutrition b) antioxidants c) nutrients d) the basic four food groups

c) nutrients

Which of the following is (are) the best source of iron? a) milk and milk products b) sunlight c) organ meats, green leafy vegetables d) cheese

c) organ meats, green leafy vegetables