Foods II Exam Review Obj 2.0

Macronutrients contain energy. What three nutrients are considered macronutrients?

• Water, Vitamins, and Minerals

• Carbohydrates, Fats, and Proteins

• Water, Carbohydrates, and Fats

• Fats, Proteins, and Vitamins

Which nutrients is the body’s main source of energy, provides us with 4 cal/g and fiber?

• Water

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

Sugar is considered a simple carbohydrate

• True

• False

Which of the following foods is not considered a complex carbohydrate?

• Whole grain bread

• Fruit Juices

• Whole grain cereal

• Vegetables

___________ is important because it aids in digestion; may reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer; and helps promote regularity

• Amino acids

• Simple carbohydrates

• Complete proteins

• Dietary fiber

Fats protect vital organs and provide insulation, carry fat-soluble vitamins, and provide us with energy and essential fatty acids. So why do fats get a bad rap?

• They’re higher in calories

• Most fats also contain cholesterol

• They can contribute to high cholesterol

• All of the above

Which type of fat is the worst because it raises our LDL levels and lowers our HDL levels?

• Trans fats

• Saturated fats

• Monounsaturated fats

• Polyunsaturated fats

Vitamins A, D, E, and K are considered ______-soluble vitamins while Vitamin C and the B vitamins are considered ______-soluble.

• fat, water

• completely, partially

• water, fat

• partially, completely

___________ proteins contain all nine essential amino acids and come from animal sources (exception: soy) while _____________ proteins lack one or more essential amino acids and come from plant sources

• Simple, complex

• Whole, partial

• Complete, incomplete

• Soluble, insoluble

Which vitamin is essential for pregnant women (especially in the 1st trimester) because it contributes to brain and spinal cord development and prevents birth defects?

• Vitamin A

• Folate/Folic acid

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D