Ch 8 Nutrition Quiz

For men and women in the 19-50 year old range, the calcium DRI is ________ milligrams.

1000

Adults in the US consume an average of ______________ milligrams of sodium daily.

3500

Over half of the body's magnesium is stored in the

Bones

What is the most abundant mineral in the body?

Calcium

Which of the following inhibits iron absorption?

Calcium

Which agency is responsible for ensuring that the public water system meets minimum standards for protection of public health?

Environmental Protection Agency

Authorities recommend supplements as a source of calcium instead of foods.

False

Which food provides the highest amount of zinc?

Fish

Which of the following inhibits iron absorption?

Heme

The DASH diet stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop

Hypertension

Your best friend complains that she is tired all the time and has trouble concentrating. She also likes to chew ice. Which of the following deficiencies is she likely to have?

Iron

Which of these mineral supplements can cause accidental poisoning in children?

Magnesium

What is the main positively charged ion inside cells?

Potassium

Which food has the lowest percentage of water?

Ready-to-eat cereal

Bone strength later in life depends on:

The formation of dense bones during youth.

The first sign of dehydration is

Thirst

Anyone who eats a meal high in salt can temporarily increase their body's water content.

True

Children who don't drink milk often have lower bone density than those that do,

True

The best way to control salt intake is to cut down on highly processed and fast foods.

True

The primary role of fluoride is to prevent dental cavities throughout life.

True