Meeting Nutritional Requirements Flashcards
Which of the following is a nutraceutical product?
A) Insulin B) Iodine C) Dietary supplements D) Table salt E) Glucagon
C) Dietary supplements
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
D) Nutraceuticals
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
A) Phytochemicals
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
A) A functional food
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
E) Botanicals
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
C) The Manufacturer
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
D) All of these are risks associated with vitamin supplements
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
E) Iron
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
D) They are products intended to add nutritional value to your diet
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
A) Dental fluorosis
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
B) Increased exposure to vitamins and minerals
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
A) When the genetic makeup of an organism is altered by inserting, deleting, or changing specific pieces of DNA
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
D) Genetically modified organism
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
A) All of the answers are correct
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
D) Blanching
This is the process of grinding grain into flour.
A) Pasteurizing B) Granulating C) Milling D) Blanching E) Pulverizing
C) Milling
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
E) It is the altering of food from its raw form
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
E) Pasteurization
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
B) Zoochemicals
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
C) Conjugated Linoleic Acid
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
A) Carontenoids
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
B) Flavonoids
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
C) Dietary Guidelines for Americans
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
D) All of the answers are benefits of following a healthy eating plan
Which of the following is NOT one of the five recommended food groups?
A) Dairy B) Fiber C) Protein D) Vegetables E) Grains
B) Fiber
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
E) All of the answers are correct
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
A) Half
If your BMI is 26 how is your body weight status categorized?
A) Morbidly obese B) Overweight C) Underweight D) Normal weight E) Obese
B) Overweight
