NUTRITION TEST
In nutrition, the word essential means:
a necessary nutrient that can be obtained only from the diet
Fatty acids in foods consumed influence the composition of fats in the body. a. True b. False
a. True
The glycemic index and glycemic load of foods may be of interest to people with diabetes who must strive to regulate blood glucose control. a. True b. False
a. True
The stomach's main function is the digestion of what nutrient? a. protein b. carbohydrate c. fat d. fiber e. alcohol
a. protein
A majority of fat digestion takes place in the stomach. a. True b. False
b. False
The pancreas releases glucagon to remove glucose from blood and store it in muscles. a. True b. False
b. False
EPA and DHA are: a. not important in nutrition. b. abundantly made by the body. c. found in the oils of fish. d. omega-6 fatty acids. e. made from linoleic acid.
c. found in the oils of fish.
The best way for a person to get all the essential nutrients and keep energy intake low is to: a. limit consumption of foods from the grains group. b. follow the principle of adequacy in dietary intake. c. follow the principle of variety in dietary intake. d. choose foods with a high nutrient density from each food group. e. eat only natural, unprocessed foods.
d. choose foods with a high nutrient density from each food group.
Which phytochemical contained in dark chocolate has the potential for positive heart health benefits? a. carotenoids b. lignans c. lutein d. flavonoids e. tannins
d. flavonoids
Which of the following foods has the greatest cholesterol lowering effect? a. wheat bran b. cabbage c. brown rice d. oat bran e. white rice
d. oat bran
The essential fatty acids: a. are all obtained primarily from fish oils. b. can be made from other substances in the body. c. are monounsaturated fatty acids. d. are deficient in the U.S. food supply. e. must be supplied by the diet.
e. must be supplied by the diet.
The major role in the body that all vitamins and minerals share is:
provide nutrients for functions in the body regulatory process
