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| In order to reduce the incidence of neural tube defects, the FDA has mandated that folic acid be added to: |
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| Phytochemicals have several different modes of action. Those with _____ protect cells from damage. |
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| Why is it not necessary to pay special attention to dietary biotin or pantothenic acid? |
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| They are widespread in foods |
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| The inability of the stomach to produce enough acid can lead to _____. |
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| become part of coenzymes. |
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| When consumed in adequate amounts before and early in pregnancy, folate may prevent cases of: |
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| neural tube defects in newborns. |
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| The vitamin most intensively involved in protein metabolism is: |
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| Which of the following vitamins has been shown to reduce LDL-cholesterol and raise HDL-cholesterol when taken in doses 10 to 15 times the RDA? |
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| When a water-soluble vitamin is consumed in excess of body needs, the excess is usually: |
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| An iodine deficiency can cause: |
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| All of the following are characteristics of a zinc deficiency: |
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severe growth retardation.
delayed sexual maturity.
poor wound healing. |
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While waiting for a prescription to be filled, Dan decides to measure his blood pressure using the automated machine in the pharmacy. His blood pressure reading is 140 over 92 millimeters of mercury. He knows he has a few pounds to lose but never knew his blood pressure. Before returning home he goes to a fast-food restaurant and enjoys a cheeseburger and fries. At home, Dan tells his wife, Tracy, his findings and waits for her response. Let's see if you know as much as Tracy about the implications of blood pressure.
Which eating plan should Dan try to follow? |
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| A diet high in produce and whole grains and low in total fat |
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| Which food provides iron in the most absorbable form? |
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| Which nutrient among the following is needed most by the body? |
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While waiting for a prescription to be filled, Dan decides to measure his blood pressure using the automated machine in the pharmacy. His blood pressure reading is 140 over 92 millimeters of mercury. He knows he has a few pounds to lose but never knew his blood pressure. Before returning home he goes to a fast-food restaurant and enjoys a cheeseburger and fries. At home, Dan tells his wife, Tracy, his findings and waits for her response. Let's see if you know as much as Tracy about the implications of blood pressure.
How would Dan's blood pressure be interpreted? |
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| High blood pressure (hypertension) |
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| facilitates enzyme action. |
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| Which of the following contributes most of the sodium in the typical U.S. diet? |
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| Two natural compounds found in food that inhibit mineral absorption from the gastrointestinal tract are: |
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| phytic acid and oxalic acid. |
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| A diet which overemphasizes _____ is likely to lead to an iron deficiency in children. |
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Studies have shown that alcohol consumption is associated with a decreased incidence of heart disease. How do researchers explain this protective effect?
1. increased levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.
2. increased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.
3. increased fat loss due to altered metabolism.
4. alcohol inhibiting blood clot formation.
5. decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. |
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| Consumption of which beverage is associated with a decrease in the plaque formation associated with Alzheimer's disease? |
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| Milk is not a significant source of _____. |
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| All of the following are examples of alcohols: |
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ethanol
methanol
isopropanol |
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| Put the following stages of the body's response to increasing alcohol consumption in the correct order from start to finish. |
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| Euphoria, excitement, confusion, stupor, coma, death |
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Sue and her friends are having lunch in the school cafeteria. Sue is drinking bottled water, Joe is drinking Gatorade, Ben has a soft drink, Marsha is sipping iced tea, and Tom is drinking vitamin-enhanced water. Tom thinks he is drinking the best beverage of all because it has vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and some herbs in it. Marsha is counting on the caffeine to keep her alert during her English class and Sue thinks she made the best choice. Ben really doesn't think much about what he drinks at all. Let's answer these questions and learn more about these beverages.
Which of the following should not be in Joe's Gatorade, since this beverage is marketed as a sports drink? |
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| All of the following can influence the absorption and metabolism of alcohol: |
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the presence of food in the stomach.
ethnicity
gender |
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| All of the following are reasons why women are more susceptible to the deleterious effects of alcohol than men |
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alcohol can disrupt or change a woman's menstrual cycle.
women absorb more alcohol into their bloodstream.
women have less water in their bodies. |
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| Which of the following can occur as a result of drinking alcohol excessively on a regular basis? |
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| Stomach ulcers may develop. |
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| The largest percentage of a person's water output leaves the body through: |
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| Problems associated with obesity include all of the following |
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Diabetes (type 2).
2. hypertension.
3. osteoarthritis. |
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Joe weighs 225 pounds and is 6 feet tall. His BMI is:
or
what is the formula |
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30
(Weight in pounds / (Height *height) ) x 703 |
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| All of the following are drawbacks to a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet like the Atkins Diet |
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it restricts healthy fruits and vegetables.
it promotes water loss rather than fat loss.
it can be too high in saturated fat. |
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| Which would be an appropriate reward for meeting weight loss goals? |
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| Go to a theatre with friends to see a show. |
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Suzanne and Bob have noticed that Kelly, their 16-year-old daughter, has been losing weight lately. She exercises at the gym almost 4 hours a day and seems to be skipping meals. They discuss this with Kelly at the dinner table, but she says there is no problem and urges them to stop worrying. Before taking drastic steps, Suzanne and Bob call their pediatrician. They discuss what has been going on with Kelly and begin to gather facts concerning disordered eating. Let's see how much they have learned by answering these questions.
Kelly's parents suspect she is purging also. What complication may occur as a result? |
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| In developing a diet plan for weight control, it is important for the individual to do all of the following: |
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weigh in only every week or two.
eat regular meals.
emphasize nutrient-dense foods.
plan the diet. |
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| Excess fat in the abdomen causes |
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Excess fat in the abdomen raises blood cholesterol levels.
Excess fat in the abdomen poses greater risks than fat located elsewhere in the body.
Excess fat in the abdomen crowds the abdominal organs. |
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| Gerald has restricted his calorie intake while continuing to exercise, and has been losing 1.5 pounds per week. However, when he weighs himself at the end of week 4, he notices he has not lost any weight since last week. What does this likely mean? |
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| Gerald's body is retaining water temporarily as part of the fat-burning process |
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Vignette #1
Suzanne and Bob have noticed that Kelly, their 16-year-old daughter, has been losing weight lately. She exercises at the gym almost 4 hours a day and seems to be skipping meals. They discuss this with Kelly at the dinner table, but she says there is no problem and urges them to stop worrying. Before taking drastic steps, Suzanne and Bob call their pediatrician. They discuss what has been going on with Kelly and begin to gather facts concerning disordered eating. Let's see how much they have learned by answering these questions.
How can you usually distinguish between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa? |
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| Anorexia nervosa leads to an emaciated look, while bulimics may be at their desirable weight. |
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| Mary is looking at a menu trying to decide what to order. She is mindful of her weight, and wants to make a healthful selection. Which item would be the best choice? |
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| Kyle wants to improve his fitness and drop a few extra pounds. The most important thing Kyle can do to achieve these goals is to: |
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| start a daily or weekly exercise routine and stick to it consistently. |
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| The overall improvement of the cardiovascular system is known as: |
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| cardiovascular conditioning. |
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| The endurance of a muscle is most accurately reflected in: |
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| the muscle's performance for long periods. |
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Jill is 32 years old, and after years of a mostly sedentary life is determined to get into shape. She decides to take up jogging but cannot decide whether to jog at a moderate pace or very fast pace, and has no idea how long to continue. Jill also wants to learn to monitor her heart rate and pulse. She was a gymnast in high school but can no longer touch her toes. Let's see if you can suggest how Jill should get started by answering these questions.
When Jill is jogging, which of the following determines whether this activity is aerobic or anaerobic? |
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| The quantity of oxygen in her muscles. |
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| When a person stops using a muscle for a period of time due to injury, illness, or neglect, the muscle will: |
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| When muscles increase in size this is called: |
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| If a person wishes to develop larger muscles he should: |
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| A _____ diet can increase an athlete's endurance. |
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| The important characteristics of a sports drink include all of the following |
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containing a blend of glucose polymers.
being between 4% and 8% carbohydrate by volume.
containing sodium. |
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| Which of the following components of fitness has the most impact on long-term health? |
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| Which nutrient's absorption is not impaired by the aging process? |
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| Which nutrient's absorption is impaired by the aging process? |
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| The best way to be sure teenagers are growing normally is to: |
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| compare their heights and weights with previous measures taken. |
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| Experts from major U.S. health and professional organizations recommend that children ages two and older eat diets containing no more than _____% of total calories from fat. |
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| _____ recommendations for an infant are 7 times greater per pound of body weight than those for an adult male. |
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| Which of the following is the most potent single indicator of an infant's future health status? |
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| Birthweight of the infant |
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| What are the first nutrients that need to be supplied by solid foods in a baby's diet? |
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| Sue is visiting her pregnant cousin Anna and notices that she is eating laundry starch and clay when watching TV at night. What is going on? |
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| Anna is experiencing pica. |
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| With the exception of _____, breast milk contains ample amounts of vitamins. |
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| By which age has a baby usually tripled her or his birthweight? |
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| Jack is an overweight child, but his parents think it is cute and assume he will outgrow this as time passes. What do you think his pediatrician will say? |
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| Jack will likely be an overweight adult if his parents don't stop overfeeding him. |
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| Antioxidant nutrients help protect the body's cells from the damaging effects of compounds called free |
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| Vitamin B12 and __________ are needed to assist with the formation of new red blood cells. |
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| Needed for the synthesis of proteins for blood clotting and bone mineralization, __________ is synthesized by bacteria in the digestive tract. |
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| An important bone mineral, __________ is also part of the protein-making machinery in the soft tissues and is needed for normal muscular contraction and nerve transmission. |
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| Involved with more than 50 enzymes in the body, __________ serves a variety of roles from taste perception and wound healing to the development of sexual organs and bone. |
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| Thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin play an important role in assisting enzymes involved in __________ metabolism. |
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| Working closely with the hormone insulin, __________ helps cells take up glucose. |
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| Involved in water balance in the body, sodium, potassium, and chloride in the form of charged ions are examples of __________ . |
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| Compared to water-soluble vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins are more likely to: |
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| require a protein carrier for transport. |
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All of the following have antioxidant functions in the body except:
a. vitamin C.
b. beta-carotene.
c. selenium.
d. sodium. |
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The primary function of the water-soluble vitamins is:
a. to provide energy.
b. synthesis of cells and membranes.
c. to serve as coenzymes.
d. vision. |
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A deficiency of vitamin C leads to:
a. blindness.
b. scurvy.
c. anemia.
d. beriberi. |
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15
Vitamin C:
a. is found exclusively in oranges.
b. functions in collagen formation.
c. prevents the onset of a cold when taken at levels higher than the RDA.
d. is beneficial in preventing type 1 diabetes. |
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The primary proven function of dietary vitamin E is:
a. prevention of gray hair.
b. curing leg cramps.
c. to serve as an antioxidant.
d. prevention of wrinkles. |
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17
A deficiency of vitamin E in premature infants results in:
a. neural tube defects.
b. diabetes.
c. anemia.
d. bone fractures. |
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18
In the body, beta-carotene is converted to:
a. Vitamin B6.
b. vitamin A.
c. Vitamin D.
d. Vitamin E. |
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19
The risk of neural tube defects can be reduced by adequate intake of:
a. beta-carotene.
b. vitamin B6.
c. vitamin K.
d. folate. |
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A dietary deficiency of ________ will not cause anemia.
a. vitamin C
b. copper
c. B12
d. magnesium |
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Which of these vitamins, when blood levels are low, is not associated with an increase in homocysteine?
a. Niacin
b. Vitamin B6
c. Vitamin B12
d. Folate |
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Intrinsic factor:
a. enables the body to absorb and use vitamin B12.
b. enhances the breakdown of protein in the intestines.
c. is low in people who eat a high-sugar diet.
d. is a compound in the stomach that inhibits the absorption of some B vitamins. |
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The main role of vitamin K is:
a. prevention of anemia.
b. athletic endurance.
c. blood clotting.
d. tooth mineralization. |
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Iron plays a significant role in:
a. wound healing.
b. sexual development.
c. oxygen transport.
d. taste perception. |
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11
A good rule of thumb for estimating fluid requirements for healthy adults is:
a. 0.5-0.75 mL per calorie expended.
b. 3-4 mL per calorie expended.
c. 2-3 mL per calorie expended.
d. 1.0-1.5 mL per calorie expended. |
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Soft water has a higher concentration of ________ than hard water.
a. calcium
b. magnesium
c. sodium
d. iron |
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Municipal public water supplies are regulated by the ________.
a. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
b. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
c. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
d. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) |
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The bottled water industry is regulated by the ________.
a. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
b. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
c. International Bottled Water Association (IBWA)
d. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
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Cryptosporidium:
a. causes cancer in people with weakened immune systems.
b. is a parasite found in contaminated lakes and rivers.
c. is a mineral found in bottled water.
d. is monitored by the United States Department of Agriculture. |
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Lead in drinking water:
a. occurs mostly in houses and apartments built after 1990.
b. is harmful to adults but not to children.
c. is least likely when the water from the faucet is very hot.
d. can be minimized by flushing the tap with cold water. |
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Water in which the carbon dioxide is naturally present (carbonation is not added from an outside source) is called ________.
a. artesian water
b. club soda
c. sparkling water
d. seltzer water |
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The most nutrient-dense juice consumed in the U.S. is ________.
a. apple juice
b. white grape juice
c. cranberry juice
d. orange juice |
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A good source of lycopene, a phytochemical that has been found to be protective against cardiovascular disease and prostate cancer, is ________.
a. tomato juice
b. cranberry juice
c. apple juice
d. grapefruit juice |
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| Men having more than __________ % body fat are considered to be obese. |
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The proportion of adults in the U.S. who are overweight or obese is approximately:
a. 30%.
b. 65%.
c. 50%.
d. 15%. |
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One of the national health objectives for Healthy People 2010 is to reduce the prevalence of obesity among adults to less than:
a. 20%.
b. 30%.
c. 25%.
d. 15%. |
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Overweight and obesity increase one's risk of:
a. skin cancer.
b. decreased blood pressure.
c. osteoporosis.
d. gallbladder disease. |
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A desirable, healthy body fat measure for men is considered to be:
a. 25%-30%.
b. 5%-7%.
c. 12%-20%.
d. 8%-10%. |
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The body fat assessment method that uses air displacement to measure body density is:
a. bioelectrical impedance.
b. skinfold testing.
c. hydrostatic weighing.
d. the BodPod. |
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Body mass index:
a. should be below 15 to be healthiest.
b. is a measurement of percent body fat.
c. is a table of body weight, based on age and gender.
d. is a calculation based on weight and height. |
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A problem with body mass index is:
a. it does not consider body fat distribution.
b. it does not correlate with health disease risk.
c. it underestimates body fat of athletes.
d. it does not consider one's height. |
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A person with a BMI of 27 would be considered to be:
a. obese.
b. overweight.
c. underweight.
d. at a healthy weight. |
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According to the new treatment guidelines, an initial goal for treatment of overweight and obese people with health risk factors is to reduce body weight by about:
a. 20%.
b. 30%.
c. 10%.
d. 40%. |
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25
Which of the following decreases BMR?
a. Malnutrition
b. Fever
c. Smoking
d. Stress |
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The fat cell theory states that:
a. it is easier to get rid of new fat cells than to shrink the size of fat cells.
b. fat cells respond to overfeeding during growing years by producing additional fat cells.
c. the body is born with a set number of fat cells and this number never changes.
d. fat cells may increase in size but not in number. |
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Lipoprotein lipase:
a. is found in the small intestine to increase digestion and absorption of fat.
b. is a hormone that allows fat cells to break down and lose body fat.
c. is an enzyme that enables fat cells to store more body fat.
d. is found in very small amounts in people with large numbers of fat cells. |
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Which of the following statements is false regarding appetite?
a. Appetite is influenced by the environment and the time of day.
b. Appetite may occur without the presence of hunger.
c. Appetite is the same as satiety.
d. Appetite is the psychological desire to eat. |
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Ketosis:
a. results from breaking down lean tissue for fuel.
b. is the body's adaptation to carbohydrate restriction.
c. is the process by which fat is converted to glucose.
d. occurs when the diet is too low in protein. |
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For a beginner exerciser, the best initial goal is to:
a. run every day so the body gets used to it.
b. get an exercise stress test if under the age of 30.
c. exercise 60 minutes at a time at a high intensity to get jump-started.
d. be consistent in establishing a pattern of physical activity. |
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Placing regular physical demand on the body:
a. is something that should be avoided because it decreases flexibility.
b. is not recommended because it stresses the body.
c. decreases endurance.
d. is part of physical conditioning. |
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An increase in muscle size in response to use is:
a. atrophy.
b. anatrophy.
c. hypotrophy.
d. hypertrophy. |
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The length of time that someone exercises is also referred to as:
a. mobility.
b. frequency.
c. duration.
d. intensity. |
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The overload principle:
a. refers to the muscles' response to demand by gaining strength and endurance.
b. applies to muscle strength but not muscle endurance.
c. refers to a decrease in muscle size when it is not used.
d. applies to cardiovascular fitness but not flexibility. |
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Flexibility:
a. usually increases with age.
b. is the ability to extend and bend without injury.
c. is best achieved by doing quick bouncing stretches.
d. depends on the elasticity of the muscles but not the tendons and ligaments. |
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The length of time someone can keep going with an elevated heart rate is:
a. cardiovascular endurance.
b. flexibility.
c. muscle endurance.
d. leanness. |
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Resistance exercise:
a. is recommended once/week, working the upper and lower body.
b. may be done using free weights, weight machines, or exercise bands.
c. includes walking, running, and taking the stairs instead of the elevator.
d. should be done most days of the week for 60 minutes. |
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Which of these is not a recommended way to stick with an exercise program?
a. Find someone to exercise with.
b. Set realistic goals to improve your exercise ability.
c. Challenge yourself but listen to your body.
d. Weigh yourself daily to make sure you are losing weight. |
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During aerobic exercise:
a. muscles burn fat and extract energy from carbohydrate efficiently.
b. the muscles do not require oxygen.
c. muscles burn fat and do not require carbohydrate.
d. lactic acid builds up from lack of carbon dioxide. |
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During pregnancy:
a. the mother's caloric needs double.
b. malnutrition can affect the baby's size but not the baby's mental development.
c. the fetus obtains nutrients from the mother through the placenta.
d. the quality of the mother's diet is not important as long as she is taking a vitamin supplement. |
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A pregnant woman can protect her fetus from neural tube defects by consuming adequate:
a. vitamin C.
b. niacin.
c. vitamin E.
d. folate. |
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Calcium intake during pregnancy:
a. is needed only for the fetus's skeletal growth during the first trimester.
b. is higher for adults than for teenagers.
c. can come from foods such as dairy products and soy milk.
d. should be limited to 500 mg/day. |
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If a woman begins pregnancy overweight, she should gain ________ during pregnancy.
a. 15-25 pounds
b. 25-35 pounds
c. 5-10 pounds
d. no weight |
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The only practice that is considered safe for a pregnant woman and her fetus is:
a. eating up to 12 ounces of shellfish each week.
b. consuming clay and starch.
c. drinking alcohol.
d. smoking. |
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Term
Caffeine dependence syndrome is characterized by all of the following except:
a. intolerance to caffeine.
b. repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut back on caffeine.
c. caffeine consumption despite knowledge that it may cause harm.
d. withdrawal symptoms such as a headache. |
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Which statement is true regarding infants?
a. The best indicator of their nutritional status is how soon their teeth come in.
b. Formula contains the same antibodies as breast milk.
c. A baby grows faster during the first year of life than at any other time.
d. Infants should drink cow's milk once they are 4 months old. |
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At approximately six months of age:
a. the baby's stores of calcium run out and the baby needs more breast milk or formula.
b. infants can begin to eat some solid foods.
c. it is appropriate to start giving the baby cereal in a bottle.
d. infants require additional iron in their diet, preferably from an iron supplement. |
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Of the following, the most appropriate food for babies under one year of age is:
a. whole grapes.
b. orange juice.
c. yogurt.
d. honey. |
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School lunches are required by the U.S. government:
a. to include one-quarter the day's recommended intake of iron.
b. to provide dessert.
c. to provide one-half the day's recommended intake for protein.
d. to include milk and protein-rich foods. |
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Compared to children at a healthy weight, overweight and obese children:
a. are at lower risk for insulin resistance.
b. are more likely to be physically active.
c. are at lower risk for high triglycerides.
d. are more likely to become overweight and obese adults. |
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Among children, iron-deficiency anemia is most prevalent in those:
a. who are allergic to fish.
b. who do not drink milk.
c. between the ages of 8 and 10.
d. from low-income families. |
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The number of elderly people in the U.S.:
a. accounts for less than 5% of the total population.
b. is expected to decrease over the next 20 years.
c. is expected to increase over the next 20 years.
d. has stayed the same since the year 1900. |
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The top causes of death among older adults:
a. are completely preventable.
b. include AIDS and multiple sclerosis.
c. are all chronic.
d. are usually associated with behavioral risk factors. |
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All of the following are recommended for the elderly except:
a. increased calorie intake.
b. adequate fluid intake.
c. increased fiber intake.
d. adequate nutrient-dense foods. |
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Food safety refers to:
a. foods free of artery-clogging fats.
b. foods free of foodborne pathogens and bioterrorism.
c. organic food.
d. foods that are grown locally. |
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Most foodborne disease is caused by:
a. mishandling of food in restaurants.
b. careless processing of food in factories.
c. cooking without recipes in homes.
d. inappropriate growing techniques. |
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An enterotoxin does not:
a. have the same symptoms as foodborne illness.
b. harm mucous membranes.
c. cause gastrointestinal distress.
d. disrupt the nervous system. |
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Symptoms of Campylobacter jejuni infection usually begin how soon after eating the contaminated food?
a. 2-5 hours
b. 1-2 days
c. 2-5 days
d. 1-2 hours |
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Which of the following statements is false regarding mold in foods?
a. Aflatoxins are harmless gases produced by molds.
b. Toxins from mold have been found in refrigerated and frozen pastries.
c. Some molds are good for food.
d. Mold can flourish on corn and peanuts in storage. |
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Of these grocery store products, which is most likely to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum?
a. A bag of coffee that is firmly sealed.
b. An unopened box of pasta.
c. A jar of jelly with its safety button un-popped.
d. A can of peaches with a bulge in the can. |
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o keep foods safe, freezers should be kept at:
a. 32 degrees F.
b. 10 degrees F.
c. -10 degrees F.
d. 0 degrees F. |
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Perishable food is safe at room temperature for:
a. 2 hours.
b. 3 ½ hours.
c. 2 ½ hours.
d. 3 hours. |
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Which of the following is most likely to harbor bacteria, and should be cooked well-done?
a. Steaks
b. Hamburgers
c. Baked potatoes
d. Tomato sauce |
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Raw seafood:
a. may cause gastrointestinal upset, but will not cause death in humans.
b. does not contain bacteria if it is refrigerated, since the cold temperature kills bacteria.
c. is riskiest to eat when it includes oysters and clams.
d. is recommended for people with HIV infection as long as it is in a sushi dish. |
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Lead and mercury may be hazardous to the body because they are:
a. inorganic halogens.
b. in gasoline.
c. organic halogens.
d. heavy metals. |
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Pesticides:
a. are used intentionally to eliminate pests.
b. do not build up in the soil or in human bodies.
c. such as DDT are safe chemicals used by the U.S. and many other countries.
d. are no longer used by farmers. |
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