nut quiz 1/2

Ace your homework & exams now with Quizwiz!

Which of the following statements is true?

Fruits and veggies are sources of fiber

A food scientist is developing a infant formula that stimulates the composition of breast milk. Based on the information, which of the following substances would he add to the formulas recipe?

Lactose

the amount of vitamin C that meets about 98% of the populations need for the nutrient is the ____ for the vitamin

RDA

the primary function of the cardiovascular system is

circulation of blood throughout the body

Hillary would like to add more soluble fiber to her diet. Which of the following foods should she add?

citrus fruits

If your diet supplies more sugar and starch than you need, the excess can be

converted into fat and stores

Chyme moves from the stomach into the

duodenum

An _____ is a compound that speeds up (catalyzes) a chemical reaction.

enzyme

according to scientific evidence, which of the following actions can help reduce a persons risk of type 2 diabetes

exercising daily

review the following claims that a manufacturer wants to include of the labels of packaged foods. Which one would the FDA allow to be used.

foods that contain dietary fiber, VA/C may reduce the risk of cancer. Although a serving of creamed broccoli has 7g of fat, it is an excellent source of both vitamins

Bryan has type 2 diabetes. Which of the following conditions is a typical sign or symptom of this chronic disease?

frequent urination

which of the following substances is an important dietary monosacc. for humans

fructose

glycogen is composed of ____ molecules

glucose

the tolerable upper limit for a nutrient is the

highest average amount that is unlikely to harm most people when consumed daily

the _____ is the 3rd segment of the small intestine

ileum

which of the following nutrients is a micronutrient

iron

The ______ is the second segment of the small intestine

jejunum -DJI

Caden develops intestinal cramps and gas after he drinks more than a half cup of milk. He can eat yogurt and cheese without any discomfort. Based on this information, Caden probably has

lactose intolerance

the ____ helps form feces by absorbing excess water and some minerals from chyme.

large intestine

the _____ is an accessory organ in the digestive system

liver

the ______ is an accessory organ of the digestive system

liver

Which of the following statements is true?

maltose is the complex carb in potatoes, rice and beans

the process of digestion begins in the

mouth

An essential nutrient

must be supplied by your diet

a scientist thinks she has discovered an essential nutrient for humans, because this substance is

needed for the normal development of human cells

which of the following food groups is not a major food group of myplate

oils

an _____ is a body structure composed of tissues that have related functions

organ

which of the following organs produces and secrets enzymes that are essential for proper digestion

pancreas

which of the following sweeteners provides 4kcal/g

sucrose

Dieticians often refer to __________ as "empty calorie" foods

sugar-sweetened soft drinks

which of the following statements about food labels is true

the nutrition facts panel provides information about total carbs in a serving of food

the lining of the small intestine is covered with ______, tiny finger-like structures that absorb nutrients from food

villi

Scientists at a major university have isolated a chemical from grapes. Which of the following features is an indication that this chemical could be a vitamin?

when a persons diet lacks the chemical, their body experiences different functioning.

table sugar is nearly ________ carbs

100%

a serving of food contains 2 g carbs, 16 g protein , 6g fat, 2mcg vitamin B12 and 60mg iron. Based on this info, this food provides ____ kcals

126 1g protein =4 kcal 1g fat = 9 cal

a serving of food supplies 100kcal from protein. Based off this info, how many g of protein are in the serving

25 1kcal=4p

jorge weighs 198 punds. What is his weight is kilograms

90 (1lb=2.2kg)

which of the following standards can help you compare nutrient contents of packaged foods to make healthier choices

DVs

an estimated average requirement (EAR) is the

amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of 50% of healthy people in a particular population

Avi's salivary glands do not secrete amylase. As a result of his condition, his mouth cannot ________.

begin starch digestion

the common name for glucose is _____ sugar

blood sugar

a persons ______ is not a major influence for his or her food selection practices

blood type

which of the following organs is not an accessory organ of the digestive system?

brain - liver, gallbladder and pancreas are accessory organs

which of the following is a rich source of fiber

brown rice (grain)

which of the following substances is a phytochemical

caffeine

Most forms of _____ are a source of energy for cells.

carbs


Related study sets

Networking Fundamentals (CIS180) Quiz 10

View Set

Biología Tema 6: Flujo de energía de una célula

View Set

AHSS Ch. 6.2 Difference of two proportions

View Set

SU 6: Basis and Property Transactions

View Set

Chapter 34: Postwar Crosscurrents

View Set

Business strategy Exam 1 Self Study Questions

View Set