Healthful Eating & Chronic Diseases Review

What is the #1 cause of death in the United States?

• cancer

• heart disease

• type 2 diabetes

• osteoporosis

• high blood pressure

How much fiber do we need daily?

• 10-15 grams

• 15-20 grams

• 25-35 grams

• 50 grams

Which kind of fats are considered healthy to include in our diets?

• Saturated fats

• Unsaturated fats

• Trans fat

Which chronic disease is a result of a diet high in sugar and fatty foods?

• Heart Disease

• High Blood Pressure

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Cancer

• Osteoporosis

Which of the following is typically associated with atherosclerosis, a condition that contributes to cardiovascular diseases?

• Reduced intake of macronutrients

• Narrowing of arteries caused by plaque buildup

• Increased intake of protein

• Enhanced insulin sensitivity

Which chronic disease is a result of a diet low in calcium or vitamin D?

• Heart Disease

• Cancer

• High Blood Pressure

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Osteoporosis

What is the Western diet characterized by?

• High consumption of plant-based foods

• High consumption of whole grains and legumes

• High consumption of processed foods and animal products

• High consumption of fiber

Which type of chronic disease has been linked to being overweight/obese, eating processed meat, eating salt preserved meat and eating red meat?

• Heart Disease

• Colorectal (Colon) Cancer

• High Blood Pressure

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Osteoporosis

The average person eats how much meat per year?

• 42 pounds

• 75 pounds

• 192 pounds

• 92 pounds

Developing lactose intolerance is very common, and a normal part of development for mammals.

• True

• False