Nutrition Chapter 1 & 2 Quiz

According to the USDA Eating Patterns, one ounce of protein foods is equal to all of the following except:

1 cup of cooked legumes

How many calories are provided by a food that contains 20 grams of carbohydrate, 8 grams of protein, and 5 grams of fat?

157

According to the USDA Eating Patterns, what is the amount of vegetables and grains needed every day to maintain the Healthy U.S.-Style Eating Pattern at the 2,000-calorie level?

2 1/2 cups a day of vegetables and 6 oz a day of grains

Which of the following is an example of an ultra-processed food?

A cake

Which type of research studies population and is often used to search for correlations between habits and diseases incidence?

An epidemiological study

A popular star has a half-hour television show describing a new dietary supplement that she claims has made her much healthier. During the show, she describes how she has seen improvement in her skin, hair, and eyesight without going to the doctor. This is an example of:

An infomercial

Identify a similarity between the USDA Eating Patterns and the Food Lists for Diabetes and Weight Management.

Both can be used by healthy people

For healthy people, the Food Lists for Diabetes and Weight Management help primarily with:

Calorie control

A person with a heart disease is told to make some diet and lifestyle changes. He states, "I know that I should make changes because my father and brother both died of heart attacks. But I really like to have my big steaks for dinner." Which stage of behavior change does this example represent

Contemplation

Energy-yielding nutrients are referred to as _____.

Macronutrients

Which of the following establishes the average nutrient requirements for given life stages and gender groups used by nutrition policy makers?

Estimated Average requirements

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are international guidelines that are used around the world.

False

The absence of a Tolerable Upper Intake Level for a nutrient implies that it is safe to consume in any amount.

False

Omnivorous people eat:

Foods of Both plant and animal origin

Which of the following statements is true of an elemental diet?

It supports life

You know that you should limit your salt intake for the sake of your health.. This doesn't mean that you should never indulge in salty food. This statement illustrates an important characteristic of a nutritious diet called _____.

Moderation

An individual has started to set small goals after writing an action plan for change. Which stage of behavior change does this example represent?

Preparation

Which of the following is set upon the scientific basis formed by the Estimated Average Requirements (EAR)?

Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA)

The amount of _____ must be listed on food labels.

Saturated fat

Which of the following foods do not fit into any of the major food groups in the USDA Eating Patterns?

Stick margarine, gravy and jelly

Which of the following statements is true about the effect of genetics and nutrition on chronic diseases?

The possibility of developing chronic diseases depends on genetics and lifestyle choices

Which of the following statements is true of advertorials?

They are feature length advertisements in newspapers that may or may not be accurate

Phytochemicals found in foods are important because:

They decrease the risk of developing certain diseases

For what purpose did the USDA develop MyPlate as a consumer tool?

To help consumers understand and apply the USDA Eating Patterns

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements to give him a competitive advantage. Which of the following nutrient intake recommendations would you suggest that George become familiar with?

Tolerable upper intake levels

Malnutrition includes deficiencies, imbalances, and excesses of nutrients, alone or in combination, any of which can take a toll on health over time.

True

The Daily Values are nutrient standards used to compare the nutrient contents of packaged foods.

True

Varying food choices among and within food groups in the USDA Eating Patterns helps ensure adequate nutrient intakes and protects against consuming large amounts of toxins or contaminants from any one food.

True

Which of the following nutrients contains cobalt?

Vitamin B12

A food manufacturer has included the following claim on the container label for a product: "Helps maintain normal iron levels." If you were evaluating the claim, you would:

be suspicious because this is a structure function claim requiring no advance approval