Meeting Nutritional Requirements

Question 1

Which of the following is a nutraceutical product?

A) Insulin
B) Iodine
C) Dietary supplements
D) Table salt
E) Glucagon

Answer 1

C) Dietary supplements

Question 2

Which of the following is defined by Dr. DeFelice as food, or parts of food, that provide medical or health benefits, including the prevention and treatment of disease?

A) Dietary enzymes
B) Pharmaceuticals
C) NSAIDS
D) Nutraceuticals
E) Functional Foods

Answer 2

D) Nutraceuticals

Question 3

Blueberries are considered functional foods because they contain these substances.

A) Phytochemicals
B) Carbohydrates
C) None of the answers are correct
D) Proteins
E) Fats

Answer 3

A) Phytochemicals

Question 4

Omega–3 fatty acids are naturally high in salmon. Therefore, salmon can be classified as this type of food?

A) A functional food
B) A dietary supplement
C) A fortified food
D) A botanical
E) A nutraceutical

Answer 4

A) A functional food

Question 5

Ginseng and ginkgo biloba are examples of these medicinal products derived from plants.

A) Antihistamines
B) Beta blockers
C) Energy bars
D) Diuretics
E) Botanicals

Answer 5

E) Botanicals

Question 6

With few exceptions, who is responsible for ensuring that vitamin supplements are safe and effective?

A) The Consumer
B) Congress
C) The Manufacturer
D) The FDA
E) A Nutritionist

Answer 6

C) The Manufacturer

Question 7

Which of the following would NOT be a risk associated with vitamin supplements?

A) Lack of regulation
B) Toxicity
C) Adverse interaction with medication
D) All of these are risks associated with vitamin supplements
E) Taking in more of a certain vitamin than your body needs

Answer 7

D) All of these are risks associated with vitamin supplements

Question 8

Taking in a high intake of which supplement could result in organ damage and is a poisoning threat to children?

A) Zinc
B) Calcium
C) Fluoride
D) All minerals
E) Iron

Answer 8

E) Iron

Question 9

Which of the following is TRUE of mineral supplements?

A) Minerals are easily removed from your body so there is no risk of taking in too much through supplements
B) Everyone needs to take them
C) They cannot be obtained from the foods you eat
D) They are products intended to add nutritional value to your diet
E) All of the answers are true

Answer 9

D) They are products intended to add nutritional value to your diet

Question 10

Fluoride supplements can help a young child’s teeth, but if the child gets too high of an intake of fluoride which of the following could result?

A) Dental fluorosis
B) Cavities
C) Gingivitis
D) Constipation
E) Dental caries

Answer 10

A) Dental fluorosis

Question 11

Which of the following is not an issue associated with genetic engineering?

A) Introduction of toxins into the human body
B) Increased exposure to vitamins and minerals
C) Genetically modified organisms causing harm to nonpest organisms
D) The development of new allergies
E) Pests developing genetic resistance

Answer 11

B) Increased exposure to vitamins and minerals

Question 12

What is the appropriate definition of genetic engineering?

A) When the genetic makeup of an organism is altered by inserting, deleting, or changing specific pieces of DNA
B) When the genetic makeup of a species is altered by inserting, deleting, or changing specific pieces of DNA
C) When the genetic makeup of an organism is altered by inserting, deleting, or changing specific pieces of RNA
D) When the genetic makeup of an organism is altered by inserting or deleting specific pieces of DNA
E) When the genetic makeup of an organism is altered by deleting or changing specific pieces of DNA

Answer 12

A) When the genetic makeup of an organism is altered by inserting, deleting, or changing specific pieces of DNA

Question 13

The pluot, which is a mix between a plum and an apricot, is an example of what type of organism?

A) None of the answers are correct
B) Genetic organism
C) Altered fruit
D) Genetically modified organism
E) Citrus

Answer 13

D) Genetically modified organism

Question 14

Which of the following is a benefit of food processing?

A) All of the answers are correct
B) It can increase the shelf life of a food
C) It can reduce the risk of spoiling
D) It can allow foods to be prepared for safe transport
E) It can kill microorganisms that lead to disease

Answer 14

A) All of the answers are correct

Question 15

Vegetables are often subjected to this rapid heating and cooling process before freezing or canning.

A) Scalding
B) Pasteurization
C) Milling
D) Blanching
E) Fusion

Answer 15

D) Blanching

Question 16

This is the process of grinding grain into flour.

A) Pasteurizing
B) Granulating
C) Milling
D) Blanching
E) Pulverizing

Answer 16

C) Milling

Question 17

Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding food processing?

A) It involves only organic foods
B) Beverages are not subjected to processing
C) It involves only foods served in restaurants
D) None of the answers are true
E) It is the altering of food from its raw form

Answer 17

E) It is the altering of food from its raw form

Question 18

What is the name of the process that involves heating milk products and fruit juices to destroy microorganisms?

A) Milling
B) Scalding
C) Disinfecting
D) Blanching
E) Pasteurization

Answer 18

E) Pasteurization

Question 19

Beneficial natural chemicals found in animal–based foods are known as which of the following?

A) Anthocyanins
B) Zoochemicals
C) All of the answers are correct
D) Phytochemicals
E) Flavonoids

Answer 19

B) Zoochemicals

Question 20

This zoochemical, found in beef and dairy products, is thought to help beef up muscle and reduce body fat.

A) Carotene
B) Anticoagulant
C) Conjugated Linoleic Acid
D) Omega–3 Fatty Acid
E) Amino Acid

Answer 20

C) Conjugated Linoleic Acid

Question 21

This group of phytochemicals can be found in tomatoes and carrots. They are thought to help protect against heart disease and cancer.

A) Carontenoids
B) Flavonoids
C) Conjugated Linoleic Acid
D) DHA
E) Anthocyanins

Answer 21

A) Carontenoids

Question 22

Drinking red wine will allow you to obtain this group of phytochemicals known for their antioxidant properties.

A) Carotenoids
B) Flavonoids
C) Omega 3s
D) CLA
E) Anthocyanins

Answer 22

B) Flavonoids

Question 23

The USDA and Health and Human Services joined forces to provide the public with diet and lifestyle recommendations designed to reduce the risk of chronic disease and promote health. What are these recommendations called?

A) Weight Watchers
B) Diet Right
C) Dietary Guidelines for Americans
D) MyPortion Guide
E) Center for Disease Control

Answer 23

C) Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Question 24

Which of the following is considered a benefit of following a healthy eating plan?

A) Stabilizing your mood
B) Helping you avoid diseases
C) Maintaining your ideal weight
D) All of the answers are benefits of following a healthy eating plan
E) Providing energy

Answer 24

D) All of the answers are benefits of following a healthy eating plan

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT one of the five recommended food groups?

A) Dairy
B) Fiber
C) Protein
D) Vegetables
E) Grains

Answer 25

B) Fiber

Question 26

Which of the following best describes MyPlate?

A) A visual guide that looks like a dinner plate
B) A guide that reveals the proper portions of each food group required for a healthy diet
C) A guide that can be used to plan a diet based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
D) A nutritional guide set forth by the USDA
E) All of the answers are correct

Answer 26

E) All of the answers are correct

Question 27

When it comes to grains, how much of your intake should be from whole grains?

A) Half
B) One–fourth
C) None
D) 100 percent
E) The amount is not specified

Answer 27

A) Half

Question 28

If your BMI is 26 how is your body weight status categorized?

A) Morbidly obese
B) Overweight
C) Underweight
D) Normal weight
E) Obese

Answer 28

B) Overweight