Module 1 Flashcards
Food and Nutrition Basics
Which of the following is a micronutrient?
a. Protein b. Carbohydrate c. Vitamins d. Fat
vitamins
Which of the following ingredients provides energy to the body
a. Sugar b. Vitamin C c. Iron d. Salt
sugar
Which of the following is one of the six classes of nutrients?
a. Cholesterol b. Water c. Phytochemicals d. Sodium
water
Which of the following is an energy-yielding nutrient?
a. Vitamin b. Mineral c. Protein d. Water
protein
A nutrient needed in large quantities by the body is called a(n):
a. Enzyme b. Phytochemical c. Micronutrient d. Macronutrient
macronutrient
Phytochemicals are found in which types of foods?
a. Plant-based b. Animal products c. Dairy products d. Processed foods
plant-based
The best way to get a good amount of phytochemicals is to consume plenty of _________ foods.
a. Organic b. Brightly colored c. High protein d. Genetically modified
brightly colored
Which of the following is the most “energy dense”?
a. Strawberries b. Diet cola c. Cookies d. Cucumbers
cookies
Which of the following is the most “nutrient dense”?
a. Chocolate cake b. Steak c. Pizza d. Broccoli
broccoli
Which food group is considered the most nutrient dense?
a. Protein b. Carbohydrates c. Fruits d. Vegetables
vegetables
Which of the following is a micronutrient?
a. Potassium b. Protein c. Carbohydrate d. Fat
potassium
An essential nutrient is:
a. A nutrient that is important b. A nutrient that cannot be made in sufficient quantities by the body c. A nutrient that is difficult to receive in the diet in adequate quantities d. A nutrient the body can make
A nutrient that cannot be made in sufficient quantities by the body
Which of the following is a macronutrient?
a. Iron b. Protein c. Calcium d. Folate
protein
Which of the following persons is guaranteed to have formal education in nutrition and is therefore a reliable nutrition expert?
a. Nutritionist b. Chiropractor c. Cardiologist d. Registered Dietitian
registered dietitian
Which of the following websites is likely to contain INACCCURATE or biased nutrition information?
a. www.harvard.edu b. www.loseweightnow.com c. www.americanheartassociation.org d. www.fda.gov
www.loseweightnow.com
Which of the following usually indicates that a new nutrition study contains valid research?
a. It has been peer reviewed b. It is published in a popular national magazine c. Dr. Oz talks about it on his show d. The information has been endorsed by celebrities and athletes
a.
It has been peer reviewed
Which of the following dietary reference intake categories would apply when discussing the issue of megavitamin supplements with an individual?
a. EAR b. UL c. RDA d. AI
UL
What are the key nutrients of concern that American are not getting in their diets?
a. Sodium, fiber, iron, and vitamin A b. potassium, fiber, calcium and vitamin D c. iron, calcium, sodium and vitamin C d. zinc, iron, vitamin A, and calcium
potassium, fiber, calcium and vitamin D
Which nutrients are on the label because we need to consume less of them?
Select ALL THAT APPLY.
[mark all correct answers]
a.
Calories
b. Total Fat c. Saturated and trans fat d. Carbohydrates e. Added sugars f. Cholesterol g. Sodium h. Potassium
saturated & trans fast
added sugars
cholesterol
sodium
Which nutrients are required on the label because we need to consume more of them? Select ALL THAT APPLY.
[mark all correct answers]
a.
Calories
b. Unsaturated fats c. Vitamin D d. Vitamin A e. Dietary Fiber f. Sodium g. Potassium h. Iron i. Protein j. Vitamin C k. Calcium
vitamin D
Dietary fiber
potassium
iron
calcium
What has changed about the serving sizes on the new food labels?
a. the serving size reflects what the recommended amount based on federal guidelines b. the serving size reflects what a person typically consume at one time c. the serving size reflects the amount of calories a person should consume d. the serving size reflects higher amounts of the nutrients of concern
the serving size reflects what a person typically consume at one time
What is the first thing you should look at on the label if you are trying to lose weight?
a. Calories b. Fat c. Carbohydrates d. Serving size
serving size
Percent daily values (%DV) on the Nutrition Facts labels are based on a diet that contains:
a. 2,000 calories b. 1,800 calories c. 1,000 calories d. 1,500 calories
2,000
What can be said about a food that provides 15% of the Daily Value of vitamin D?
a. It is an excellent source of Vitamin D b. It is a poor source of Vitamin D c. It is a fair source of Vitamin D d. It is a good source of Vitamin D
it is a good source of vitamin D
Which nutrient claim describes a food that contains 25% DV for potassium?
a. One serving of the food is high in potassium. b. One serving of the food is a good source of potassium. c. The entire container must be consumed to obtain enough potassium. d. This food can help prevent high blood pressure.
one serving of the food is high in potassium
What is the percent daily value?
a. the amount necessary for each serving b. the average amount of a nutrient consumed in each serving c. the percent of the whole product that you are consuming for that nutrient d. the percent of the total amount of a nutrient in one serving of the food that a person should consume for the whole day
the percent of the total amount of a nutrient in one serving of the food that a person should consume for the whole day
Which of the following is an example of a structure/function claim on a food label?
a. "Eating this product daily can prevent death" b. "Calcium builds strong bones" c. "High in fiber" d. "Low in fat"
Calcium builds strong bones
A food that is labeled as being “fat free” is best described as containing:
a. less than 1 gram of fat per serving b. 3 grams or less fat per serving c. less than 0.5 grams of fat per serving d. less than 5 grams of fat per serving
less than 0.5 grams of fat per serving
Which of the following is an example of a health claim on a food label?
a. "Adequate calcium and vitamin D intakes throughout life can help prevent osteoporosis" b. "Made with all natural ingredients" c. "Certified Organic" d. "Fiber helps with bowel regularity"
Adequate calcium and vitamin D intakes throughout life can help prevent osteoporosis
