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1 Chapter 1 – An Overview of Nutrition Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 1, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the major reasons people make food choices. 2. List the six nutrients contained in food and a major […]

13 6. Chronic disease is a significant health problem in the United States. Billions of health care dollars are spent on chronic disease, yet, in reality, little is done about the role of nutrition in the prevention of or recovery […]

39 both the standard measures and the dishes to estimate serving sizes. The number of servings recommended for the food groups in the Food Guide often seem large until students realize the amount of different foods that they normally eat […]

25 Chapter 2 – Planning a Healthy Diet Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 2, the student will be able to: 1. List and apply the six principles of diet–planning. 2. Apply the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans to promote health […]

52 Chapter 3 – Digestion, Absorption, and Transport Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 3, the student will be able to: 1. List the segments of the digestive tract in order from the mouth to the colon. 2. Explain the mechanical […]

69 Chapter 4 – The Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 4, the student will be able to: 1. Classify carbohydrates as mono-, di-, or polysaccharides. 2. Explain the two major types of dietary fibers and […]

84 4.5 Diabetes in Canada Diabetes is a growing healthcare problem in Canada. More than 2.4 million Canadians are currently estimated to have diabetes and this number is expected to increase to three million by 2010.12 It is estimated that […]

It is important to minimize or curtail processed foods and any significant consumption of beef, and all visible fat should be removed from poultry. In addition, attention to an exercise regime is important to keep weight down and muscles toned […]

98 Chapter 5 – The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 5, the student will be able to: 1. Describe the structure of a fatty acid and the effects of chain length and saturation on the […]

123 Chapter 6 – Protein: Amino Acids Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 6, the student will be able to: 1. Describe how the chemical structure of proteins differs from the structures of carbohydrates and fats. 2. List the 9 essential […]

134 5. The science of proteomics has allowed us to progress significantly in terms of understanding how proteins are sequenced and how errors in sequencing can impact an individual’s health. The Human Genome Project has also projected the biological sciences […]

145 Chapter 7 – Metabolism: Transformations and Interactions Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 7, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the chemical reactions that occur within the body, including metabolism, anabolism, and catabolism. 2. Describe how carbohydrates, proteins, […]

160 Chapter 8 – Energy Balance and Body Composition Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 8, the student will be able to: 1. List the factors that contribute to the body’s energy budget. 2. Discuss the factors that regulate food intake […]

180 Chapter 9 – Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 9, the student will be able to: 1. Define overweight and obesity using the body mass index. 2. Explain fat cell development and its role […]

193 Worksheet 9–8: Learn to “Shape Up” (Internet Exercise) Canadian Information13 9.1 Canadian Recommendations for Weight Management for Healthy People Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide and Canada’s Physical Activity Guide • Adults should build 30-60 minutes of moderate physical […]

110 a. liver. b. spleen. c. kidney. d. intestinal tract. Questions for Section 6.4 Protein in Foods a 187(A) 102. A reference protein equals or exceeds the essential amino acid requirements of all of the following population groups except a. […]

b 241–242(A) 02. When an adult gains an extra 10 pounds of body weight, approximately how much of this d 242(A) 03. Approximately what percentage of weight loss during starvation is lean body mass? c 242(A) 04. In an adult […]

c 4(A) 06. A parent who offers a child a favorite snack as a reward for good behavior is displaying a d 4(A) 05. A child who developed a strong dislike of noodle soup after consuming some when she d […]

72 Chapter 5 – The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 5.0 Introduction a. 5 b. 30 c. 95 d. 100 c 133(K) 02. In which form […]

d 35(K) 02. What are the principles of diet planning? b 36(A) 03. Which of the following is the most calcium-dense food? c 36(K) 04. Nutrient dense refers to foods that d 36(K) 05. The concept of nutrient density is […]

240 Chapter 13 – The Trace Minerals An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 13.1 The Trace Minerals—An Overview a. A deficiency sign common to many trace minerals is dermatitis b. The amounts […]

a 205(K) 02. In photosynthesis, the plant uses energy from the sun, plus water and carbon dioxide, to a 206(K) 04. A feature of catabolic reactions is that they c 206(K) 03. A typical cell contains “powerhouses,” which is another […]

d 575(K) 02. What is the fastest-growing age group in the United States? a 575(K) 03. What is the life expectancy of black males and females in the United States? a 575(A) 04. What was the average life expectancy of […]

c 355(K) 02. What is the major carrier of the fat-soluble vitamins from the intestinal epithelial cell to c 355(K) 03. Which of the following is a property of the fat–soluble vitamins? d 355(A) 04. If the diet contains precursor […]

217 Chapter 12 – Water and the Major Minerals An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 12.1 Water and the Body Fluids a. 34 b. 65 c. 80 d. 105 b 383(A) 02. […]

85 a. Fat b. Protein c. Simple carbohydrates d. Complex carbohydrates c 150(K) 110. What is the function of adipose cell hormone–sensitive lipase? a. Hydrolyzes hormones involved in fat breakdown b. Synthesizes new adipose cells from simple fatty acids c. […]

317 for all the new employees on safety. Counselors were instructed to prohibit campers from eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches anywhere other than the cafeteria. You believe that the most likely explanation for this rule is to a. prevent […]

b 493(K) 02. Which of the following describes the capacity of a man to produce sperm and a woman to d 493(K) 03. Which of the following has a favorable influence on fertility? c 494(K) 04. What organ of the […]

d 457(K) 02. Which of the following are features of physical activity and exercise? c 458(K) 03. The components of fitness include all of the following except a 458(K) 04. Which of the following is generally not associated with a […]

a 686(A) 02. Melissa works two jobs to support her three children. Her financial priorities are to pay a 686(K) 03. Which of the following is the primary cause for hunger in the United States and in less b 686-687(K) […]

b 271(K) 02. According to body mass index figures, what percentage of people aged 2-19 years are b 272(K) 03. Which of the following describes a trend of worldwide obesity? b 272(A) 04. What is the classification of a person […]

229 a. Calcium tetany b. Atrophic gastritis c. Vitamin D deficiency d. Kidney stone formation d 403(K) 100. Which of the following are good sources of dietary calcium? a. Fruits b. Breads c. Enriched grains d. Certain green vegetables b […]

a 70(K) 02. What is mastication? c 70(K) 03. What is the lumen of the GI tract? a 70(K) 04. In what organ does the digestion process begin? a 70(K) 05. What is umami? d 70(K) 06. About how many […]

98 Chapter 6 – Protein: Amino Acids An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 6.1 The Chemist’s View of Proteins a. Carbon b. Oxygen c. Calcium d. Nitrogen c 173(K) 02. In comparison […]

186 in the blood? a. Folate b. Biotin c. Niacin d. Vitamin K a 328(A) 105. The appearance of vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms may be delayed due to high intake of supplements of a. folate. b. niacin. c. vitamin C. […]

173 Chapter 10 – The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 10.1 The Vitamins—An Overview a. Many serve in the role of enzyme inhibitors b. […]

a 97(K) 02. All of the following are sources of dietary carbohydrates except d 97(K) 03. What type of nutrient is starch? a 97–98(K) 04. Which of the following is not a simple carbohydrate? b 98(K) 05. How many carbon […]

b 606(K) 02. The most important organs of the immune system include all of the following except c 606(K) 03. What percentage of cells of the body are white blood cells? b 606(K) 04. Immunoglobulins are produced primarily by b […]

375 a. GRAS list. b. Delaney Clause. c. WHO Mandate of 1985. d. USDA Bulletin of 1962. b 666(K) 99. Which of the following dictates that an additive must not have been found to be a carcinogen in any test […]

362 Chapter 19 – Consumer Concerns about Foods and Water An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 19.0 Introduction a. The Food Safety and Security Agency b. The Agricultural and Biosecurity Agency c. […]

253 a. Nuts and oils b. Milk and yogurt c. Fruits and vegetables d. Meats and whole-grain cereals c 436;437(A) 109. Zinc is highest in foods that also contain a high amount of a. fat. b. fiber. c. protein. d. […]

305 Chapter 16 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence An. Page(s)/difficulty K = knowledge-level, A = application level Multiple Choice Questions for Section 16.1 Nutrition during Infancy c 529(A) 01. What would be a normal body weight after […]

205 Chapter 10 – The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 10, the student will be able to: 1. Define a vitamin and classify vitamins as water soluble or fat soluble. 2. List the […]

218 4. Suppose one of your colleagues came up to you and asked what you were majoring in. You told them that you were majoring in nutrition and dietetics and were really stressed about your upcoming biochemistry test! All of […]

230 Chapter 11 – The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 11, the student will be able to: 1. Identify the roles of vitamin A and describe the effects of vitamin A deficiency and […]

247 Chapter 12 – Water and the Major Minerals Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 12, the student will be able to: 1. List the uses of water in the body. 2. Describe water balance and the sources of water for […]

260 Answer: • Carries nutrients throughout the body and waste products to be excreted out of the body Example: The bodies of patients in renal failure cannot control fluid function; therefore, waste products build up in their bodies and their […]

283 Classroom Activity 13-1: Chapter Opening Quiz Objective: Introduction to chapter Class size: Any Instructions: As a way of introducing any new chapter, give a quiz to the class. This is a quiz designed to be projected overhead. For details, […]

272 Chapter 13 – The Trace Minerals Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 13, the student will be able to: 1. Identify the functions of iron in the body. 2. Identify factors that increase and decrease iron absorption from the diet. […]

13. Discuss the effects of caffeine and alcohol on an athlete’s performance. 14. Plan meals for pre-game and post-game to promote health and performance. 15. Define ergogenic and identify products classified as ergogenic aids. 16. Identify supplements commonly used by […]

314 Chapter 15 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 15, the student will be able to: 1. List the health habits a woman should develop prior to pregnancy. 2. Describe placental and fetal development […]

325 2. Given Mya’s present weight, what would your recommended weight gain for her pregnancy be? Do you have any recommendations or suggestions for altering or changing her exercise regime? Answer: The normal weight gain for pregnancy is approximately 25 […]

336 Chapter 16 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 16, the student will be able to: 1. Describe growth patterns of infants and demonstrate the ability to use growth charts. 2. Identify nutritional […]

348 Answer: With this question, each student should approach the question from their own perspective and add their own flavor and approach to the answer. Just saying we would like to do something is much easier than actually putting a […]

• Worksheet 17-1: Chapter 17 Crossword Puzzle 1 • New! Worksheet 17-2: Eating for Healthy Aging Review (Internet Exercise) 2 • New! Critical thinking questions with answers 360 Chapter 17 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years Learning […]

375 Chapter 18 – Diet and Health Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 18, the student will be able to: 1. Describe the immune system and the cells that compose it. 2. Identify nutrients that are known to enhance immunity. 3. […]

387 status. 2. Discuss poor nutritional habits and relate them to two of the ten leading causes of death in the United States. Answer: Students can select any of the following chronic diseases plus accidents: Heart disease, cancer, stroke, chronic […]

410 2. Discuss the concept of “Bioaccumulation of Toxins in the Food Chain.” What role to you believes that you play as a future RD in helping to prevent the continued growth in the bioaccumulation of toxins in the food […]

399 Chapter 19 – Consumer Concerns about Foods and Water Learning Objectives After completing Chapter 19, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss foodborne infections and intoxications and common pathogens in each classification. 2. List methods to prevent foodborne […]

431 Lesson 18: Life Cycle: Pregnancy Ans Objective Q# a 5/V1 02. Swimming is actually one of the best exercises for a. don’t begin a new program. b. swim, but do not lift weights c. walk, but not too intensely. […]

433 Lesson 19: Life Cycle: Lactation and Infancy Ans Objective a 7/V1 2. Compared to formula fed infants, breast fed infants seem to need a. fewer kcalories than formula fed infants. b. more kcalories than formula fed infants. c. more […]

• Worksheet 20-1: Reflections on World Hunger 1 • Worksheet 20-2: Chapter 20 Crossword Puzzle • New! Worksheet 20-3: “Fighting Malnutrition” Case Study (Internet Exercise) • New! Critical thinking questions with answers 421 Chapter 20 – Hunger and the Global […]