Nutrition Lesson 6 Review Questions

According to the Report of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee in 2010, a key nutritional concern in the United States is:

• Vitamin A deficiency

• Protein deficiency

• Nutrient excesses

• Reliance on organic foods

Obesity and overweight results from:

• Consuming too many carbohydrates

• Following a vegetarian diet

• An imbalance between calorie consumption and physical activity

• Consumption of genetically engineered foods

How many extra calories would you need to add over seven days to gain one pound of fat?

• 1200

• 1800

• 2400

• 3500

Over consumption of the following is related to heart disease:

• Saturated fats

• Monounsaturated Fats

• Polyunsaturated Fats

• Omega 3 Fatty Acids

An important concept in treating obesity is to:

• Measure or weigh foods

• Restrict calories to no more than 1000 per day

• Reduce meals from three per day to two per day

• Weigh yourself daily

Which of the following would be the best choice to increase the potassium content of a meal?

• One-half of a banana

• 3 oz fried liver

• Small baked potato

• 1⁄2 c non-fat yogurt

Over consumption of salt and sodium is related to what health problem?

• Obesity

• COPD

• Diabetes

• Hypertension

Type 2 Diabetes is characterized by which of the following:

• May be caused by a virus

• Usually begins in adulthood

• Ketosis

• Occurs during pregnancy

Which of the following would be a good way to reduce saturated fat in your diet?

• Use partially hydrogenated oils to stir fry vegetables

• Remove skin from chicken before cooking

• Substitute American cheese for cottage cheese

• Eat only salads for lunch

Which of the following is considered a SoFAS (Solid Fats & Added Sugars)

• Buttered croissant

• Lean fish

• Chicken noodle soup

• Whole grain bread slice