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BIOL 110
1) The industrial application of heat to inactivate most but not all bacteria in a food is commonly known as a. sanitization. b. sterilization. c. pasteurization. d. depathogenation. e. irradiation. 2) What would be a normal body weight after one […]
BIOL 128 Quiz 3
1) The typical can of soft drink contains the equivalent of how many teaspoons of sugar? a. 1 b. 3 c. 7 d. 10 e. 16 2) The upper safe level of intake for aspartame-sweetened soft drinks (cans/day) for a […]
BIOL 165 Midterm 1
Chylomicrons are synthesized within the ____. a. liver b. intestinal cells c. lymphatic system d. storage compartment of plant seeds e. spleen A person’s level of C-reactive protein appears to be a strong predictor for a. cancer. b. diabetes. c. […]
BIOL 166 Test
Triglycerides are composed of three fatty acids attached to a(n) ____________________. The component of breast milk that inhibits the development of inflammatory bowel disease and supports a healthy epithelial barrier is ____________________. Answer: transforming growth factor-beta In the United States, […]
BIOL 205 Test 1
Which nutrient is an example of a macronutrient? a.proteins b.minerals c.water-soluble vitamins d.fat-soluble vitamins e.water What is the function of lipoprotein lipase? a. Synthesizes lipoproteins in liver cells b. Synthesizes triglycerides in adipose cells c. Assembles lipid particles into chylomicrons […]
BIOL 295
A person’s customary intake of foods and beverages over time defines her or his ____. a.body weight b.eating pattern c.genetic predisposition d.risk for inherited diseases e.preference pattern Which of the following is true of the relationship between poverty and hunger? […]
BIOL 359 Test
Collecting crops from fields that either have already been harvested or are not profitable to harvest is called ____________________. Of the world’s 7 billion people, ____________________ percent have no land and no possessions at all. Answer: 25; twenty-five; twenty five […]
BIOL 429
What is the energy density of hard-boiled egg weighing 50 grams and delivering 78 kcalories? a.0.8 b.1.6 c.2.4 d.2.8 e.3.2 Once a woman reaches the age of 75 years, about how many more years of survival would be expected? a. […]
BIOL 491 Test 1
1) Mary is 15 years old and has just joined her high school swim team. After the first three months of training and competing, her coach sends the team for mandatory physical examinations and routine blood tests. When Mary got […]
BIOL 510 Final
1) A meat described as “prime cut” means that it ____. a.has an extended shelf life b.usually carries a high price c.is served only in restaurants d.is higher in fat than other cuts of meat e.comes from animals raised organically […]
BIOL 548 Midterm 2
1) The potential of a substance to harm someone is known as a. a hazard. b. toxicity. c. risk level. d. safety level. e. liability. 2) Which of the following nutrients has functions similar to those of vitamin E? a. […]
BIOL 570 Quiz 2
1) Food labels express the nutrient content in relation to a set of standard values known as the ____. a.Daily Values b.FDA Standards c.Dietary Reference Intakes d.Recommended Dietary Intakes e.USDA Intake Standards 2) What is the term given to the […]
BIOL 612
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of heavy metals in the U.S. food supply? a. Virtually all fish contain trace amounts of mercury. b. Mercury contamination of fish is most severe in tuna. c. Toxicity is most severe […]
BIOL 685 Midterm
1) What is the composition of lactose? a. two glucose units b. two fructose units c. one glucose and one fructose unit d. one glucose and one galactose unit e. two galactose units 2) A newly fertilized egg is known […]
BIOL 702
1) A lacto-ovo vegetarian wishing to ensure a liberal intake of linolenic acid should consume ____. a. eggs and milk c. safflower oil margarine b. canola oil and walnuts d. corn oil and sunflower oil 2) Approximately how many mL […]
BIOL 735 Midterm 2
Describe interactions among the energy nutrients when each is consumed in excess. List five guidelines each for identifying a fad diet. Answer: Sounds too good to be true. Recommends using a single food consistently as the key to the program€s […]
BIOL 737 Quiz
The three different forms of vitamin A that are active in the body are ____________________. Individuals who have access to enough food to sustain a healthy and active life with one or two indications of food-access problems but with little […]
BIOL 746 Homework
1) Which statement characterizes the lipase enzymes? a. Gastric lipase plays a significant role in fat digestion in adults b. Intestinal mucosal lipase is responsible for most dietary fat digestion c. Salivary gland lipase (lingual lipase) plays an active role […]
BIOL 759 Midterm
1) What type of nutrient is starch? a. fiber b. gluten c. simple carbohydrate d. complex carbohydrate e. compound carbohydrate 2) Which of the following nutrients are required in higher amounts during pregnancy due to their roles in the synthesis […]
BIOL 804 Quiz 2
A sharp rise in the rates of hunger and malnutrition, usually set off by a shock to either the supply of, or demand for, food and a sudden spike in food prices is called a a. food crisis. b. famine. […]
BIOL 819
1) The easiest way to increase intake of oleic acid is to consume more ____. a. lard oil b. corn oil c. olive oil d. safflower oil e. tallow oil 2) What is the normal pH of the stomach? a. […]
BIOL 860 Test 1
1) Lipids differ in their degree of saturation or unsaturation due to their number of ____. a. amino acids b. double bonds c. saccharide units d. peptide linkages e. oxygen atoms 2) As the newly appointed director of International Supplementation […]
Chapter 1 As the Subjects Walk Into The Laboratory You
Chapter 1 – An Overview of Nutrition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which characteristic is most typical of a chronic disease? a. It has a rapid onset. b. It rarely has noticeable symptoms. c. It produces sharp pains d. It progresses gradually. […]
Chapter 1 This Point Known The Tolerable Upper Intake
a. The title “dietitian” can be used by anyone in all states. b. The title “nutritionist” can be used by anyone in all states. c. A license to practice as a nutritionist or dietitian is required by some states. d. […]
Chapter 10 Because Half The Pregnancies Each Year Are
a. They deactivate histamine. b. They reduce episodes of diarrhea. c. They destroy intestinal pathogens. d. They alter hypothalamic control of body temperature. e. They improve blood oxygenation. 65. Which of the following is an early sign of vitamin C […]
Chapter 10 It is integral in carrying activated carbon dioxide
Chapter 10 – The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of the following is a feature of vitamins? a. Many serve in the role of enzyme inhibitors. b. Structurally, many are found linked together. c. […]
Chapter 11 It stimulates uptake of calcium from the intestines
hapter 11 – The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the major carrier of the fat-soluble vitamins from the intestinal epithelial cell to the circulation? a. Albumin b. Cholesterol c. Chylomicrons d. Liposoluble binding […]
Chapter 11 Why The Eye Especially Vulnerable Vitamin
b. C c. D d. E e. K 64. Which vitamin is routinely given as a single dose to newborns? a. Vitamin A b. Vitamin E c. Vitamin K d. Vitamin B12 e. Vitamin C ANS: C DIF: Bloom’s: Remember […]
Chapter 12 Identify The Main Roles Deficiency Symptoms And
Chapter 12 – Water and 12.3 The Major Minerals MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the body’s most indispensable nutrient? a. Fat b. Water c. Protein d. Glucose e. Sodium 2. Which of the following contributes most to the weight of […]
Chapter 12 Once Minerals Enter The Body They Remain
a. 2%. b. 6%. c. 20%. d. 33%. e. 50% 65. Which of the following is a feature of bone metabolism? a. Cortical bone mass alone is diagnostic of osteoporosis b. Trabecular bone is the chief supplier of blood calcium […]
Chapter 13 For Maximum Absorption Nonheme
d. enlargement of the thyroid gland. e. hyperparathyroidism 65. Which of the following is a characteristic of the mineral molybdenum? a. The activity of insulin is enhanced. b. Deficiency symptoms in people are unknown. c. Unusually poor food sources are […]
Chapter 13 Taking Then With Milk Taking Them With
Chapter 13 – The Trace Minerals MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of the following is a characteristic of the trace minerals? a. A deficiency sign common to many trace minerals is dermatitis b. The amounts in foods are dependent, in part, […]
Chapter 14 In endurance athletes, caffeine is particularly likely
e. Bulky, fiber-rich foods providing at least 800 kcal 62. Why should fiber-rich foods be avoided in an athlete’s pregame meal? a. The fiber delays absorption of fat. b. The fiber interferes with glycolysis. c. The meal crowds out more […]
Chapter 14 What Should The Composition The Last
Chapter 14 – Fitness: Physical Activity, Nutrients, and Body Adaptations MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of the following are features of physical activity and exercise? a. Neither involves mandatory body movement b. Neither involves enhanced energy expenditure c. Physical activity, but […]
Chapter 15 No harm will result to the infant unless the mother
65. Which of the following is a feature of being overweight and pregnant? a. Folate-related neural tube defects b. Increased prevalence of caesarian section c. Inability to carry twins to birth completion d. Increased risk of birthing a small-for-gestational age […]
Chapter 15 What is the term for the developing infant from the eighth
Chapter 15 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of the following describes the capacity of a man to produce sperm and a woman to periodically produce a normal egg? a. Zygote b. Fertility c. Conception […]
Chapter 16 The Foods Chosen Must Those That The
61. Even in preschoolers whose habits are being established, existing dietary attitudes are relatively resistant to change. How should wise parents react? a. Be patient and persistent. b. Impose their own eating habits on the children. c. Wait until the […]
Chapter 16 Which The Following Characteristic Fat The Diet
Chapter 16 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What would be a normal body weight after one year for a healthy infant with a birthweight of 8 lbs? a. 12 lbs b. 16 lbs c. […]
Chapter 17 Older men and women tend to lose their ability
Chapter 17 – Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Approximately what fraction of the U.S. population is at least 65 years old? a. 1/100 b. 1/30 c. 1/10 d. 1/8 e. 1/3 2. What is […]
Chapter 17 Several Nutrient interventions Relieve Depression Have Been Studied
66. What is a common side effect from taking certain prescription drugs and consuming grapefruit juice? a. A metallic taste in the mouth appears. b. Blood concentrations of the drugs increase. c. The bioavailability of the drugs falls substantially. d. […]
Chapter 18 For those Who Have Been Advised Lower
69. What is ayurveda? a. A system that combines biofeedback with hypnosis b. An oriental plant that suppresses colon and breast tumor growth c. A Hindu system for enhancing the body’s ability to prevent illness and to heal itself d. […]
Chapter 18 Of the ten leading causes of illness and death
Chapter 18 – Diet and Health MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What are cytokines? a. Scavengers of the immune system b. Specialized antibodies that retain B-cell memory c. Specialized proteins that activate responses to infection d. Highly specific cells that attack only […]
Chapter 19 Although Limiting Seafood During Pregnancy Advisable Such
65. Water that has the odor of “rotten eggs” is most likely contaminated with a. sulfur. b. dioxins. c. Giardia. d. Cryptosporidium. e. chloramines. ANS: A DIF: Bloom’s: Apply REF: 19.7 Consumer Concerns about Water OBJ: UNUT.WHRO.16.19.7 Discuss consumer concerns […]
Chapter 19 What Meant Potable Water Water Fit
Chapter 19 – Consumer Concerns about Foods and Water MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The potential of a substance to harm someone is known as a. a hazard. b. toxicity. c. risk level. d. safety level. e. liability. 2. What term defines […]
Chapter 2 Doils Are Not Food Group But Are
c. fermented leafy vegetables d. fermented yellow vegetables e. wheat proteins 63. Which ingredient on a food label would be a source of protein? a. BHT b. tofu c. corn starch d. diglycerides e. high fructose corn syrup ANS: B […]
Chapter 2 What Mineral Added Refined Flours The Enrichment
Chapter 2 – Planning a Healthy Diet MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A person’s customary intake of foods and beverages over time defines her or his ____. a. body weight b. eating pattern c. genetic predisposition d. risk for inherited diseases e. […]
Chapter 20 About How Many Kcalories Fuel Are Used
a. Integrated production b. Progressive agriculture c. Sustainable agriculture d. Resource management production e. Balanced farming 65. About how many kcalories of fuel are used to produce 1 kcalories of grains? a. <1 b. 2 c. 5 d. 10 e. […]
Chapter 20 Worldwide The Poorest Poor Subsist Less Than
Chapter 20 – Hunger and the Global Environment MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Approximately what percentage of the world’s population experiences persistent hunger? a. 4 b. 8 c. 12 d. 16 e. 20 2. Limited or doubtful availability of nutritionally adequate and […]
Chapter 3 Both Transport Systems Supply Vessels Each Villus
63. When ingested in large quantities, the sugar alternative sorbitol and the fat alternative olestra are known to induce ____. a. diarrhea b. vomiting c. pancreatitis d. celiac disease e. insulin intolerance ANS: A DIF: Bloom’s: Remember REF: H-3 Common […]
Chapter 3 Which Statement Describes Feature Irritable Bowel
Chapter 3 – Digestion, Absorption, and Transport MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The process by which food is broken down into absorbable components is called ____. a. digestion b. absorption c. excretion d. mastication e. adsorption 2. What is umami? a. The […]
Chapter 4 The Enzyme Hydrolyzes Much The Lactose Milk
67. Which statement best describes carbohydrates information on food labels? a. The “Sugars” amount includes only added sugars b. The amount of starch is listed as a separate category c. The “Total Carbohydrate” amount includes starch, sugars, and fiber d. […]
Chapter 4 Blooms Remember ref 43 Glucose The Body obj
Chapter 4 – The Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Ample amounts of carbohydrates are almost always found in ____. a. plant foods b. health foods c. animal products d. protein-rich foods e. low fat foods 2. What […]
Chapter 5 Outline The Major Roles Fats The
Chapter 5 – The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. In which form are most dietary lipids found? a. Sterols b. Glycerols c. Triglycerides d. Monoglycerides e. Polyglycerides 2. Lipids that are solid at room temperature are known […]
Chapter 5 The More Lipids The Less Dense The
70. A major feature of the Mediterranean diet is liberal intake of ____. a. eggs b. olive oil c. lean meat d. fortified butter e. cheese ANS: B DIF: Bloom’s: Understand REF: H-5 High-Fat Foods—Friend or Foe? OBJ: UNUT.WHRO.16.H-5 Identify […]
Chapter 6 Even Though Proteins are Needed The Work That
64. What amino acid has been linked to the development of the rare blood disorder eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome in people who took it as a supplement? a. Glycine b. Arginine c. Tryptophan d. Phenylalanine e. Proline ANS: C DIF: Bloom’s: Remember […]
Chapter 6 The Secondary Structure Proteins That Initiates Folding
Chapter 6 – Protein: Amino Acids MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the primary factor that differentiates one amino acid from another? a. The side group b. The central carbon atom c. The number of oxygen atoms d. The number of […]
Chapter 7 Breaking Down Nutrients
Chapter 7 – Energy Metabolism MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which process describes the sum of all chemical reactions that go on in living cells? a. Digestion b. Metabolism c. Absorption d. Catabolism e. Anabolism 2. In photosynthesis, the plant uses energy […]
Chapter 7 Glucose Their Primary Energy Fuel Normally The
d. acetyl CoA molecules e. insulin 66. Which functions are first to be affected when a person begins to drink alcohol? a. Speech and vision b. Judgment and reasoning c. Voluntary muscle control d. Respiration and heart function e. Balance […]
Chapter 8 Including Some Protein such As drinking Milk provides Satiety And
59. A graph of the relationship between mortality (Y or vertical axis) and body mass index is shaped like a(n) ____. a. J b. S c. backslash d. inverted U e. U ANS: A DIF: Bloom’s: Remember REF: 8.5 Health […]
Chapter 8 What Common Method Used Assess Body
Chapter 8 – Energy Balance and Body Composition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What would be the approximate weight gain of a person who consumes an excess of 500 kcalories daily for one month? a. 0.5 lb b. 2 lbs c. 3 […]
Chapter 9 Jody Taking Nutrition Class And Has
Chapter 9 – Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What proportion of the U.S. adult population is considered overweight or obese? a. 39% b. 49% c. 59% d. 69% e. 79% 2. Which of the following is […]
Chapter 9 Overweight People May Readily Assume Blame For
c. “Keep fresh fruit or carrot sticks in the fridge at work so you won’t be tempted to raid the vending machine for a snack.” d. “Starting an aerobic exercise plan may seem daunting, but you can start out with […]
FON 108 Test 1
Which of the following is true of carbohydrate cravings and addictions? a. People seek carbohydrates to restore brain glucagon levels. b. The addiction does not appear to be physiological or pharmacological. c. They are regarded as an important public health […]
FON 163 Midterm 2
1) Melissa works two jobs to support her three children. Her financial priorities are to pay the rent and utilities and provide food and medical necessities for the children. Melissa rarely eats three meals a day and worries about how […]
FON 176
1) What is the greatest single source of sodium in the diet? a. Processed foods b. Unprocessed foods c. Natural salt content of foods d. Salt added during cooking e. Salt added at the table 2) Which of the following […]
FON 199
What is meant by the term “nutrient-dense food”? Give three examples each of foods with high nutrient density and low nutrient density. Monoglycerides and long-chain fatty acids are emulsified by bile, forming spherical complexes known as ____________________. Answer: Nutrient density […]
FON 248 Final
1) Which process describes the sum of all chemical reactions that go on in living cells? a. Digestion b. Metabolism c. Absorption d. Catabolism e. Anabolism 2) Among the following population groups, which shows the highest prevalence of lactose intolerance? […]
FON 254
1) Which of the following is a feature of water metabolism during exercise? a. The maximum loss of fluid per hour of exercise is about 0.5 liters. b. In cold weather, the need for water falls dramatically because the body […]
FON 281 Quiz 3
1) What is typically a characteristic of a vegetarian diet? a.Fat intake is higher. b.Fiber intake is lower. c.Vitamin B12intake is lower. d.Intakes of vitamins A and C are lower. e.Iron intake is higher. 2) a. 2 k. Caffeine b. […]
FON 300
1) Lycopene is classified as a(n) a. lignan. b. carotenoid. c. phytoestrogen. d. enzyme cofactor. e. teratogen. 2) What is the median weekly number of alcoholic drinks consumed by college students in general? a. 1 ½ b. 3 c. 5 […]
FON 312 Quiz
1) What single behavior contributes to the most deaths in the United States? a.poor diet b.tobacco use c.alcohol intake d.risky sexual activity e.unsafe driving 2) What is the function of adipose cell hormone-sensitive lipase? a. Hydrolyzes hormones involved in fat […]
FON 397 Midterm 2
1) a. 1 in 7 k. Puberty b. 4-8 l. Linoleic c. 21 m. Weaning d. 80 n. Vitamin D e. 100 o. Colostrum f. Iron p. Lactoferrin g. Casein q. Lactadherin h. Folate r. Epinephrine i. Honey s. Bifidus […]
FON 398 Midterm 1
Which compound is missing four or more hydrogen atoms? a. Monounsaturated fatty acid b. Polyunsaturated fatty acid c. Long-chain saturated fatty acid d. Short-chain saturated fatty acid e. Triglycerides Jamie, a vegetarian, is trying to plan a healthy diet according […]
FON 409 Quiz 2
1) To help maximize the long-term success of a person’s weight-loss program, which of the following personal attitudes should be encouraged in the individual? a.Strongly believing that weight can be lost b.Viewing the body realistically as being fat rather than […]
FON 420 Midterm 2
Discuss the composition and function of the major circulating lipoproteins. Discuss the relationship of dietary fats to atherosclerosis. What dietary changes bring about the greatest reductions in blood lipids? Answer: As mentioned earlier, elevated LDL cholesterol is a major risk […]
FON 440
1) In the endurance athlete, the first priority of nutrient repletion should be a. fluids. b. protein. c. glycogen. d. electrolytes. e. key vitamins. 2) Because obesity apparently has many causes, even in a single individual, the best approach seems […]
FON 447 Quiz 2
1) What percent of the total iron content of a normal diet is heme iron? a. 1 b. 5 c. 10 d. 15 e. 20 2) Which of the following is associated with bifidus factors? a. Increased iron absorption b. […]
FON 491 Midterm 2
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of vitamin K nutrition? a.Deficiency may lead to hemophilia. b.Toxicity may increase risk for hemophilia. c.Absorption is inhibited when bile production diminishes. d.Supplements are highly effective against osteoporosis. e.The UL is 10% […]
FON 499 Test 1
What percentage of the world’s population is at risk of zinc deficiency? a. 5 b. 10 c. 15 d. 20 e. 25 Which of the following is a characteristic of iron nutrition? a. Absorption is improved on diets high in […]
FON 506 Test 1
How are omega-3 fats thought to protect against heart disease? The three energy-yielding nutrients are ____________________, ____________________, and ____________________. Answer: carbohydrate; fat; protein carbohydrate; protein; fat fat; protein; carbohydrate fat; carbohydrate; protein protein; carbohydrate; fat protein; fat; carbohydrate Of all […]
FON 549 Quiz 1
What is the chemical composition of fats? a. Hexose polymers b. Glycogen granules c. Fatty acids and glycerol d. Combinations of long-chain fatty acids e. Esters of carbon and hydrogen Taste buds ____. a. react only with particles in solution […]
FON 607 Final
1) What is the only food intended to be consumed raw in which the FDA allows the use of sulfite additives? a. Grapes b. Lettuce c. Carrots d. Strawberries e. Apples 2) The enrichment of grain products in the United […]
FON 668 Midterm 2
1) Matching a. 100 b. 130 c. 200 d. Pectin e. Insulin f. Mouth g. Starch h. Sucrose i. Lactose j. Lignin k. Sucralose l. Glycogen m. Glucagon n. Cellulose o. Hydrolysis p. HFCS q. Epinephrine r. Condensation s. Small […]
FON 694 Midterm 1
1) Which of the following foods are significant sources of oxalates? a. Seeds and nuts b. Processed cheeses c. Fermented dairy products d. Spinach and sweet potatoes e. Cauliflower and cabbage 2) What is the most likely explanation for the […]
FON 717 Quiz 2
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of aging and the immune system? a. Immunity in older people does not seem to be affected by regular exercise. b. In the United States, infectious diseases are a minor cause of […]
FON 734
Lipids differ in their degree of saturation or unsaturation due to their number of ____. a. amino acids b. double bonds c. saccharide units d. peptide linkages e. oxygen atoms As little as ____ minutes of moderate-intensity activity per day […]
FON 779 Midterm 2
The hormone that responds to food in the stomach and is secreted by the stomach walls is ____________________. List the strengths and weaknesses of epidemiological studies and experimental studies. Answer: Epidemiological studies research the incidence, distribution, and control of disease […]
FON 853
1) Which of the following describes a way to make an electrolyte solution? a. Dissolve a teaspoon of salt in a glass of water b. Vigorously shake a mixture of corn oil and water c. Dissolve a pinch of corn […]
FON 879 Quiz 1
1) What best characterizes a macrobiotic diet? a.It excludes all hot and salty foods. b.It permits inclusion of many non-organic foods. c.It represents a way of life rather than just a way of eating. d.It emphasizes abundant amounts of fish, […]
HLTH 101 Quiz 1
1) The classification of underweight is achieved when the BMI first drops below a.14 b.18.5 c.20 d.22.5 e.25.5 2) Approximately how many milliliters are contained in a half-cup of milk? a.50 b.85 c.120 d.170 e.200 Answer: C 3) What is […]
HLTH 104 Final
1) On average, women receive only ____ milligrams of iron per day a. 8 to 9 b. 10 to 11 c. 12 to 13 d. 14 to 15 e. 16 to 17 2) What type of reaction is required to […]
HLTH 201
Which of the following is an example of a resistance training activity? a. Yoga b. Swimming c. Power walking d. Lifting free weights e. Ballistic stretching What is the general composition of lymph? a. A light-red fluid that stores fat-soluble […]
HLTH 205 Midterm
1) What form of tocopherol shows vitamin E activity in the human body? a.Alpha b.Beta c.Gamma d.Delta e.Epsilon 2) What is the relative weight of an infant brain compared to an adult’s brain? a. Half as much b. About the […]
HLTH 245 Homework
1) Which of the following is a feature of calcium in the body? a. High blood calcium levels correlate with tetany. b. Abnormal dietary calcium intakes promote calcium rigor. c. Higher calcium intakes correlate with lower body fatness. d. Efficiency […]
HLTH 307 Test
Compare and contrast the quality of protein foods derived from animals versus plants. What are the criteria for selecting surgery for treatment of obesity in adolescents? Answer: The use of surgery to treat severe obesity in adults has created interest […]
HLTH 311
1) Riboflavin needs are more difficult to meet when the diet is low in a.meats. b.grains. c.vegetables. d.dairy foods. e.fruits. 2) What is the primary storage form of carbohydrate in the body? a. fiber b. starch c. glucose d. glycogen […]
HLTH 331 Homework
Why do cattle ranchers and dairy farmers use bovine growth hormone? What are the effects in people who ingest the meat and milk from cows treated with BGH? The recommended gain for a woman who begins pregnancy at a healthy […]
HLTH 341 Quiz 1
1) Which of the following is a feature of fluoride in nutrition? a. Most bottled waters are fluoridated. b. A severe deficiency is known as fluorosis. c. Fluorapatite refers to an increase in the desire to eat fluoride-rich foods. d. […]
HLTH 386 Midterm
1) An example of a behavior modification technique for weight control is to a.feel guilty after you overeat. b.keep a record of your eating habits. c.always clean your plate when you eat. d.have someone watch you to prevent overeating. e.cook […]
HLTH 461 Quiz
1) Which of the following would be the most appropriate food source of iodide for a person who lives inland? a. Fresh-water fish b. Iodized table salt c. Locally grown produce d. Plants of the cabbage family e. Soybeans and […]
HLTH 498
1) Which of the following is the most likely reason that a blood pressure reading should be repeated before confirming a diagnosis of hypertension? a. The person reacted emotionally to the procedure. b. Blood pressure measuring devices often give inaccurate […]
HLTH 502
1) What is the average monthly benefit for a recipient of SNAP, per person? a. $85 b. $105 c. $135 d. $185 e. $215 2) What is a common side effect from taking certain prescription drugs and consuming grapefruit juice? […]
HLTH 528 Midterm
1) How does a double-blind experiment work? a.Both subject groups take turns getting each treatment. b.Neither subjects nor researchers know which subjects are in the control or experimental group c.Neither group of subjects knows whether they are in the control […]
HLTH 762
What is a conjugated linoleic acid? a. A type of cis-fatty acid b. A partially hydrogenated omega-6 lipid c. A fatty acid with the chemical make-up of linoleic acid but with a different configuration d. A fatty acid resulting from […]
HLTH 813 Quiz 2
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of liposuction? a.It often improves blood pressure and insulin sensitivity. b.It results in a typical loss of body weight of 25 to 50 lbs. c.It results in a return of body fat […]
HLTH 816
One of the major causes of ulcers is infection with ____________________. Malnutrition caused by recent severe food restriction; characterized in children by underweight for height (wasting) is called ____________________ malnutrition. Answer: acute ____________________ is a genetic disorder characterized by excessive […]
HLTH 816 Quiz 2
During ____________________, some or all of the points of unsaturation are saturated by adding hydrogen molecules. . Provide several examples of beneficial and adverse consequences of activating or silencing gene expression. Answer: Many nutrients and phytochemicals regulate gene expression and […]
HLTH 822 Quiz 3
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of the mineral molybdenum? a. The activity of insulin is enhanced. b. Deficiency symptoms in people are unknown. c. Unusually poor food sources are legumes and cereal grains. d. Toxicity symptoms in […]
HLTH 838
Discuss the validity of the art of “food combining” to enhance digestion/absorption. ____________________ responds to fat or protein in the small intestine and stimulates both the pancreas and gallbladder. Answer: Cholecystokinin List and define 5 major roles of proteins in […]
HLTH 838 Midterm 1
1) Which product is a good source of eicosapentaenoic acid? a. Tuna b. Butter c. Salad oil d. Shortening e. Corn oil 2) ____________________ is the process of messenger RNA being made from a template of DNA. Answer: Transcription 3) […]
HLTH 888 Quiz
Which of the following is a feature of hypertension in pregnancy? a. Chronic hypertension increases risk for stillbirth. b. Chronic hypertension often leads to macrosomia. c. Gestational hypertension usually develops in the first trimester. d. Gestational hypertension is most common […]
HUN 165
1) Discuss several examples of naturally occurring toxicants in foods and appropriate methods to minimize exposure to them. 2) Of the following, which is used most widely as an antimicrobial agent? a. Sugar b. Saccharin c. Sodium nitrite d. Sodium […]
HUN 171 Midterm 1
1) A significant reduction in blood flow to the brain is termed a. angina. b. a stroke. c. a vascular event. d. metabolic syndrome. e. Chiari event. 2) What term describes foods that contain nonnutrient substances whose known action in […]
HUN 186 Quiz 3
1)The body’s ability to deal with stress 2)The capacity of the joints to move with less chance of injury 3)Increase in muscle size and strength 4)A precursor in the formation of a high-energy compound in muscle cells 5)Required for aerobic […]
HUN 225 Test 1
1) Which of the following is a feature of pantothenic acid in nutrition? a.Absorption from foods is inhibited by aspirin. b.A deficiency or a toxicity shows similar symptoms. c.Deficiencies are seen primarily in children ages 4-10 years. d.It functions in […]
HUN 233 Test 1
1) Approximately what proportion of people in the United States are believed to have hypertension? a. 1/10 b. 1/5 c. 1/4 d. 1/3 e. 1/2 2) Which of the following is a characteristic of antibiotic use in livestock? a. Development […]
HUN 248 Final
What is a possible metabolic reaction in the cell? a. Pyruvate to urea b. Lactate to pyruvate c. Acetyl CoA to pyruvate d. Carbon dioxide to glycerol e. Fatty acids to glucose By 2030, what proportion of the U.S. population […]
HUN 273
How does consumption of fiber and protein induce satiation and satiety? A(n) ____________________ includes all of the circumstances that we encounter daily that push us toward fatness. Answer: obesogenic environment ____________________ sugar is produced using the same refining process as […]
HUN 348
1) A complication of diabetes is blurry vision, which results from swelling of the lenses of the eye caused by conversion of excess glucose to a. sugar alcohols. b. glycated fructose. c. long-chain ketones. d. glycated corneal membranes. e. glycoproteins. […]
HUN 405 Homework
1) Which of the following is a feature of beverage intake in adolescents? a. Juice intake is spread throughout the day. b. Milk intake occurs primarily between meals. c. Males typically drink less milk than females. d. Four standard colas […]
HUN 405 Midterm 1
1) Which statement characterizes the protein nutrition in vegetarians? a. Vegetarians in general must practice complementary protein nutrition. b. Most vegetarians should consume gelatin to ensure adequate tryptophan intake. c. Healthy vegetarians typically consume protein sources of very high digestibility. […]
HUN 466 Quiz 1
1) Which of the following is a feature of the WIC program? a. It caps the number of children in the program at 2 million. b. It is strictly remedial and available chiefly to women living in the inner city […]
HUN 477 Quiz 2
1) Which of the following is a major contributor to the world€s supply of food energy? a. Barley b. Maize c. Rye d. Sorghum e. Adzuki beans 2) What proportion of adults in the U.S. have high blood triglycerides? a. […]
HUN 480 Quiz
1) Which statement is true of resistant starch? a. It is common in overripe bananas. b. It promotes constipation if taken in excessive amounts. c. It resists hydrolysis by digestive enzymes. d. It cannot be fermented by large intestinal bacteria. […]
HUN 493 Midterm 2
1) Which vehicle conducts lymph into the vascular system? a. Villi b. Mesentery c. Subclavian vein d. Common bile duct e. Thoracic duct 2) What fraction of the day’s energy expenditure of the average person is represented by the basal […]
HUN 580 Test
1) Microorganisms in food that are viable when consumed and that are beneficial to health are known as ____. a. probiotics b. prebiotics c. postbiotics d. symbiotics e. abiotics 2) What is a conjugated linoleic acid? a. A type of […]
HUN 584
1) How many mg of calcium are present in a 500-mg tablet of calcium carbonate? a. 100 b. 200 c. 300 d. 400 e. 500 2) Iron overload is also known as a. ferrocyanosis. b. hemoglobinemia. c. hemochromatosis. d. metalloferrothionosis. […]
HUN 613 Final
1) Which item is a chief source of short-chain and medium-chain fatty acids? a. Fish b. Eggs c. Dairy d. Soybeans e. Fruit 2) Which of the following is considered a desirable blood level for triglycerides? a. < 150 b. […]
HUN 623
1) What is the leading cause of high blood pressure in children? a. Obesity b. High sodium intake c. Insufficient calcium intake d. Insufficient potassium intake e. Excess vitamin E intake 2) The hepatic portal vein empties into the ____. […]
HUN 661 Test 2
1) What term is given to the condition of a female athlete who has an eating disorder and develops amenorrhea and osteoporosis? a.Female athlete triad b.Triathlete medical disorder c.High stress tertiary disorder d.Nonadaptable training syndrome e.Athletic hormonal disruption 2) You […]
HUN 666 Midterm 2
1) Which of the following is a property of conditioned muscles? a. They can store more glycogen. b. They are more efficient at converting fat to glucose. c. They contain fewer mitochondria due to increased glucose utilization. d. They rely […]
HUN 672 Final
What is the Healthy Eating Index and how does it work? The organism spread by person-to-person contact as well as raw foods, salads and sandwiches, causing vomiting in 1 to 2 days that can last 1 to 2 days, is […]
HUN 759 Quiz 2
1) What is aquaculture? a. A seaweed growth system b. The practice of fish farming c. Replenishment of fish in the wild d. The raising of plants in a water environment e. Raising food crops in fluid rather than soil […]
HUN 772 Quiz 2
1) What is the actual ratio of calcium to protein intake (mg to g) for most U.S. women? a. 3:1 b. 9:1 c. 13:1 d. 21:1 e. 36:1 2) Which of the following is an effective strategy for dealing with […]
HUN 810 Quiz 3
The area of study that examines how environmental factors influence gene expression without changing the DNA is known as ____. a. genetics b. genomics c. nutritional genomics d. epigenetics e. nutrigenetics Which of the following is true of RUTF? a. […]
HUN 836 Quiz 1
1) Which statement is true of body mass index? a.It correlates with disease risks. b.It decreases by 1 unit for every 10 years of life. c.It provides an estimate of the fat level of the body. d.It is defined as […]
HUN 886 Midterm 2
Which item is an essential amino acid? a. Cysteine b. Leucine c. Glutamine d. Serine e. Alanine Lipids that are liquid at room temperature are known as ____. a. oils b. fats c. omegas d. glycerols e. phospholipids Answer: A […]
NUTR 170 Quiz
1) The gastrointestinal microbiome is comprised primarily of ____. a. villi b. bacteria c. mucosa d. probiotics e. viruses 2) What is the approximate percent efficiency of conversion of food energy to ATP energy in the body? a. 30% b. […]
NUTR 272 Quiz 1
1) What system was developed by government regulatory agencies and the food industry to help identify and/or control food contamination and foodborne disease? a. The Two-Forty-One-Forty rule b. Safe Handling Certification Program c. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points d. North […]
NUTR 313 Quiz 3
1) How much energy does one gram of fat provide? a. 3 kcal b. 5 kcal c. 7 kcal d. 9 kcal e. 11 kcal 2) Disaccharidase enzymes that hydrolyze the disaccharides into monosaccharides are found in the ____. a. […]
NUTR 320
1) What is the role of omega-3 fatty acids in immune functioning? a. Maintain healthy skin and other epithelial tissues as barriers to infection. b. Regulate T-cell responses. c. Help to resolve inflammation when it is no longer needed for […]
NUTR 328 Homework
The synthesis of collagen requires both vitamin C and a.iron. b.zinc. c.cobalamin. d.beta-carotene. e.copper. Which statement describes a recognized relationship between dietary fat and cancer? a. Fat from milk does not increase risk for cancer. b. Dietary fat initiates rather […]
NUTR 333 Test
What is the most metabolically active organ? a. Liver b. Spleen c. Stomach d. Pancreas e. Brain Which of the following is true of progress in the treatment and prevention of CHD in the United States? a. Mortality rates have […]
NUTR 346 Midterm
1) Of the total fat content of the most commonly eaten nuts in the United States, what is the approximate percentage of monounsaturated fat? a. 29 b. 39 c. 49 d. 59 e. 69 2) Which of the following is […]
NUTR 356
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of breakfast eating? a.Breakfast skippers have higher BMRs up until their first meal of the day. b.Eating breakfast once per week conveys the same benefits as 5 times per week. c.People who […]
NUTR 391 Midterm 1
1) Which of the following vitamins undergoes significant enterohepatic circulation? a.Folate b.Niacin c.Thiamin d.Pyridoxine e.Pantothenic acid 2) Surveys show that U.S. adults’ average intake of fat as a percentage of total energy intake is ____. a. 14% b. 24% c. […]
NUTR 396
1) Which of the following is a characteristic of the rate of dietary fat oxidation? a.It is lower in obese people. b.It is independent of LPL activity. c.It is higher in females than males. d.It is independent of the body’s […]
NUTR 465 Homework
1) Which of the following would be a very good source of vitamin C for the lacto-ovo-vegetarian? a.Milk b.Eggs c.Broccoli d.Whole-grain bread e.Bananas 2) Which nutrient is an example of a macronutrient? a.proteins b.minerals c.water-soluble vitamins d.fat-soluble vitamins e.water Answer: […]
NUTR 480 Homework
1) Which of the following was a finding of the Feeding Infants and Toddlers Study? a. Most toddlers but not infants consumed insufficient intakes of sodium. b. The most popular food among these population groups was baked potatoes. c. Most […]
NUTR 481 Midterm
1) What is the most likely reason for a person to have abnormally high blood ammonia levels? a. Liver dysfunction b. Kidney dysfunction c. Protein intake twice the RDA d. Protein intake one-tenth the RDA e. Hyperstimulation of the immune […]
NUTR 493 Quiz 2
1) Which of the following is a feature of vitamin D? a.Toxicity from vitamin D may result from overexposure to the sun. b.Requirements are much higher in the elderly due to degenerative bone diseases. c.Fortification of milk with the vitamin […]
NUTR 506 Quiz 3
1) Chronic malnutrition in children is characterized by a. hyperactivity. b. shrunken liver. c. short height for age. d. low weight for height. e. rapid weight loss 2) The ballooning out of an artery wall at a point where it […]
NUTR 539 Quiz
1) The higher risk for breast cancer in obese women after menopause is thought to result mainly from chronic exposure to a. estrogen. b. aflatoxin. c. high-fat diets. d. sedentary lifestyles. e. progesterone. 2) Among the following, which promotes constriction […]
NUTR 549 Midterm 2
A variation in a single nucleotide of a DNA strand is called a(n) ____. a. RNA switch b. thymine substitution c. environmental mutation d. single nucleotide polymorphism e. replication failure Matching a. Liver b. Villus c. Goblet d. Pylorus e. […]
NUTR 561 Quiz 3
1) How many minerals are known to be essential for human nutrition? a.8 b.12 c.16 d.20 e.24 2) What is the best approach to weight loss? a.Avoid foods containing carbohydrates. b.Eliminate all fats from the diet and decrease water intake. […]
NUTR 655 Test
1) Which part of the GI tract contains highly acidic digestive juices? a. Colon b. Ileum c. Stomach d. Duodenum e. Rectum 2) The American Heart Association goal is to lower blood pressure by reducing daily sodium intake to less […]
NUTR 664
1) In kwashiorkor, what mineral is often present in an unbound form that promotes bacterial growth? a. Iron b. Iodine c. Arsenic d. Calcium e. Sodium 2) What defines the FDA’s de minimis rule? a. A requirement that the least […]
NUTR 717 Test
Which of the following statements describes lifestyle modifications suggested to treat high blood pressure? a. Three alcohol drinks per day decreases the risk for developing high blood pressure. b. Optimal body mass in from 25.0 to 29.9. c. Sodium intake […]
NUTR 752
1) A feature of sulfite food additives is that they a. are frequently used in wines. b. inhibit growth of most microbes. c. interact with folate to inhibit its absorption. d. are one of the few substances to have virtually […]
NUTR 809 Midterm 2
1) When energy-yielding nutrients are consumed in excess, which one(s) can lead to storage of fat? a. Fat only b. Carbohydrate only c. Fat and carbohydrate only d. Fat, carbohydrate, and protein e. Protein and fat only 2) Which action […]
NUTR 825 Midterm
1) According to most dietary guidelines, what percentage of the day’s total energy intake should be furnished by carbohydrates? a. 5-10 b. 10-20 c. 20-30 d. 30-45 e. 45-65 2) What is a free radical? a.An inactive vitamin b.An unphosphorylated […]
NUTR 835 Quiz 2
How is fiber thought to exert beneficial effects on cardiovascular health? What type of testing is done by the U.S. Pharmacopeia to assure the quality and safety of certain vitamin and mineral supplements? Answer: Supplements with a USP verification logo […]
NUTR 864 Quiz 2
1) You are reading a case study from a researcher at World University. The researcher has traveled to the largest city in India and is reporting on an illness present in a 15-month-old boy. The researcher describes the child as […]
NUTR 871 Midterm 1
1) You are planning a diet for a hospitalized patient who cannot participate in physical activity because both of his legs are broken and he will be bedridden for six weeks. Which measurement would best assess the patient’s energy expenditure? […]
NUTR 893
Miners who inhale large quantities of ____________________ dust on the job over prolonged periods show symptoms of a brain disease, along with abnormalities in appearance and behavior. Describe six behavioral or social motives governing people’s food choices. Answer: Preferences: As […]
Nutrition 200 Quiz 2
In the late 1970s, women in Taiwan Women who had eaten the rice oil tainted with ____________________ gave birth to children with developmental problems. An individual with a BMI of ____________________ or more is said to be obese. Answer: 30, […]
Nutrition 217 Quiz
1) Which statement describes an association between energy measurement and foods? a.Indirect calorimetry cannot be used to determine the energy value of alcohol. b.A bomb calorimeter measures the amount of oxygen released when a food is oxidized. c.Direct calorimetry and […]
Nutrition 224 Quiz 2
1) What percentage of older adults live in poverty? a. 7 b. 9 c. 11 d. 13 e. 15 2) Among the following, which is the most important strategy for an underweight person who wishes to achieve a healthy body […]
Nutrition 332 Quiz
Which of the following is a characteristic of fuel use by muscles? a. At rest, about 90% of the fuel is derived from glucose. b. At rest, about 90% of the fuel is derived from fat. c. Muscles always use […]
Nutrition 336 Quiz 1
1) Approximately what percentage of the world’s population experiences persistent hunger? a. 4 b. 8 c. 12 d. 16 e. 20 2) Which statement characterizes vitamin B12nutrition in vegetarians and vegans? a.Vitamin B12in fortified cereals has low bioavailability. b.Vegan mothers […]
Nutrition 387 Test
The combination of an inefficient and overactive response in aging-known as “____________________”-results in a chronic inflammation that accompanies frailty, illness, and death . The nerve signals and chemical messengers associated with hunger originate and act primarily in the brain structure […]
Nutrition 395 Test
1) The Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome may be treated with supplements of a.folacin. b.thiamin. c.vitamin C. d.vitamin B12. e.niacin. 2) Which diet promotes the greatest loss of body heat? a.High fat and low protein b.High protein and low fat c.High carbohydrate and […]
Nutrition 462 Quiz
Normally, what is the relationship of the amount of sodium excreted to the amount ingested that day? a. Intake is higher. b. Excretion is higher. c. Intake and excretion are equal. d. Excretion is unrelated to intake. e. At extremes […]
Nutrition 483 Test
Individuals who have limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and activelife with reduced quality of life with little or no indication of reduced food intake have ____________________. Discuss factors that affect […]
Nutrition 669 Quiz 3
1) Which statement explains the association between a risk factor and the development of a disease? a.All people with the risk factor will develop the disease. b.The absence of a risk factor guarantees freedom from the disease. c.The more risk […]
Nutrition 710 Test 1
____________________ is found not only in bones and teeth, but also in all body cells as part of a major buffer system, and is found in almost all foods, making deficiency rare. ____________________ is the process of messenger RNA directing […]
Nutrition 759
For most adults, what is the recommended minimum amount of fat that should be consumed, as a percentage of total energy intake? a. 5 b. 15 c. 20 d. 35 e. 45 How much energy does one gram of fat […]
Nutrition 813 Quiz 3
1) A person with a disorder that limits absorption of bile is at increased risk for deficiency of a.folate. b.niacin. c.riboflavin. d.ascorbic acid. e.pantothenic acid 2) Of the total amount of glucose energy consumed by the body, approximately what percentage […]
Nutrition 838 Quiz 1
Explain the roles of protein and fat as nutrients for gluconeogenesis. What are the circumstances that favor low and high rates of gluconeogenesis? Because the body can derive vitamin A from both retinoids and carotenoids, its content in foods and […]
Nutrition 858 Homework
1) What is the principle carbohydrate of milk? a. lactose b. sucrose c. maltose d. glycogen e. galactose 2) What is the usual state of nitrogen balance for healthy infants, children, and pregnant women? a. Equilibrium b. Metabolic c. Positive […]
Nutrition 883 Homework
1) Which of the following cooking techniques for meats results in formation of the highest amounts of carcinogens? a. Broiling b. Roasting c. Marinating before cooking d. Wrapping the food in foil when cooking e. Steaming 2) Which of the […]