NS exam 1
at least 1/3 fewer kcal or 1/2 the fat of reference food
"light" or lite
8fl oz milk = _____ cup(s) plain yogurt
1 cup
According to MyPlate, Felicia should consume 2 cups of fruit daily. How much 100% orange juice should consume to replace 1 cup of applesauce?
1 cup
1g = ___ mL
1 mL
28g = ___ oz
1 oz
1.5 oz natural cheese = _____ oz processed cheese
2 oz
1g of Carbs = ___ kcal
4 kcal
1g of Protein = ___ kcal
4 kcal
1g Alcohol = ___ kcal
7 kcal
240 mL = ___ oz
8 oz
1g of fat = ___ kcal
9 kcal
process by which substances are taken up from digestion track into circulation
Absorption
process by which food components are broken down
Digestion
Neither the researchers nor the participants are aware of each participates group assignment
Double-Blind Study
swallowing stimulates peristalsis
Esophagus
Enforces consumer protection laws and investigates false or misleading health claims in advertising
Federal Trade Commission
Vitamins and Minerals are examples of
Micronutrients
RCT meaning
Randomized Clinical Trial
To establish a nutrient's RDA, nutrition scientists add _____ of the nutrient to its EAR.
a "margin of safety" amount
back of the tongue
bitter
Which of the following foods is a source of Phytochemical?
blueberries
breakdown of larger substances into smaller ones
catabolism
Having a control group enables researchers to
compare findings of the control group with those of the experimental group
A researcher observes that first grade children who only eat foods sweetened with honey seem to behave the same as first grade children who eat foods sweetened with cane sugar. After making the observation, the researcher decides to conduct a study to explore whether eating honey has any affect on school age children's behavior. The researcher wants to follow the basic steps of the scientific method. Now that he's made the observation, his next step will be to...
develop a question that's based on his observations of the children's behavior and their intakes of sweeteners such as honey
Nutrients that the body cannot make itself must be supplied in the __________ from foods we consume
diet
high calories from unhealthy fats, added sugar, and/or alcohol
empty calorie foods
High fat foods are __________________
energy dense
example of energy suppliers
fats, carbs, protein, alcohol
which accessory organ stores bile?
gallbladder
Which of the following substances is secreted by the human stomach?
hydrochloric acid
The energy value of a raw peach is reported as a number of ______.
kilocalories
Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome usually includes making dietary changes and
learning ways to manage stress effectively
The _____ is an accessory organ of the digestive system.
liver
which accessory organ produres bile which emulsifies fats?
liver
40 kcal or less per serving
low-calorie
3g or less of fat/serving
low-fat
Steps of the Scientific Method
observe develop a question test collect information analyze the findings form conclusions share the results conduct more research
Which of the followings nutrients provides energy for humans?
protein
Food guides usually classify sunflower and other seeds in the _____ group.
protein foods
less than 25% of the fat/serving than reference food
reduced-fat
RDN meaning
registered dietitian nutritionist
side of the tongue
sour and salty
Hillary consumed 3 servings of an orange flavored sugar sweetened soft drink that provided 140 kcal/serving. According to MyPlate, these drinks should be classified as
sources of empty calories
tip of the tongue
sweet
Actress Lotta Talent appears in commercials endorsing an herbal product for weight loss. Her endorsement is an example of a(n)
testimonial
Milk Products are in what food group
Dairy Foods
-quick and easy health remedies -scare tactics -"money back" guarantees -"superiority" of unconventional medical practices -testimonials and anecdotes
Red Flags
butter, cream cheese, and sour cream are examples of
Solid fats
Major Food Groups
Grains, Dairy, Protein, fruits, vegetables
Derek consumes a protein rich drink before and after his workouts. He told his workout partner that he became 200% stronger within a couple of months after he added the drink to his diet. His report about the positive effects of the special drink is an example of a(an)
anecdote
high ratio of vitamins and minerals to calories
nutrient dense foods
To produce the maximum amount of energy from the breakdown of macronutrients, human cells require
oxygen
which accessory organ produces many digestive enzymes?
pancreas
nutrients needed in relatively small amounts to support normal health and body function
Micronutrients
Meat, beans, eggs, nuts, seeds are in what food group
Protein Foods
can be broadly defined as "anything involving over-promotion in the field of health"
Quackery and Fraud
test the efficacy or effectiveness of various types of medical interventions within a patient population
RCT
RDA meaning
Recommended Dietary Allowance
Researchers are conducting a study to determine the effects of vitamin C on the human immune system. The study involves providing pills that contain vitamin C to one group of human subjects and pills that do not contain vitamin C or other active ingredients to another group of people. The pills that do not contain the vitamin are
placebos
RD meaning
registered dietitians
According to numerous scientific studies, low levels of physical activity are associated with increased chances of developing excess body fat and type 2 diabetes. Based on this information, lack of physical activity is a ______
risk factor
Main site of absorption
small intestines
Nutrient Requirement
smallest amount of a nutrient that maintains a defined level of nutritional health
The beginning of digestion
the mouth
(true/false) "junk" food still contains nutrients
true
(true/false) a careful consumer uses multiple sites, especially government agency sites (.gov)
true
For the past few months, Jon hasn't been feeling well. His stomach hurts; he doesn't have any energy; and he often feels like he's going to vomit. He has no interest in eating, so he's lost several pounds. Yesterday, he went to the student health center, because he had bloody diarrhea. Based on this information, Jon should be tested for _____.
ulcerative colitis
Maple syrup supplies about 200 kcal per ¼ cup serving. To be labeled "light" pancake syrup, a product that simulates maple syrup should provide about _____ or fewer kcal per ¼ cup.
133
Made by plants and have some type of biological activity in the body
Phytochemical (e.g. caffeine)
Which of the following statement is true
a diet that has variety contains many different kinds of nutritious foods
limit calories from ______________________ and _______________________ and reduce _________________ intake.
added sugars, saturated fats, sodium