Food 2 (2.01)

How does eating excessive amounts of fats impact the body?

• by causing anemia

• by causing nausea

• by causing obesity

• by causing osteoporosis

Dietary fiber is essential to digestion and metabolism because:

• it contributes to the breaking down of carbohydrates.

• it helps contribute to a healthy bowel system, lowers cholesterol. helps control blood sugar levels, and helps maintain a healthy weight.

• it helps eliminate amino acids from the body.

• it serves as the transportation system throughout the bloodstream.

Collard greens, spinach, turnips, and fortified cereals are all good sources of which nutrient?

• vitamin B complex

• magnesium

• iron

• sodium

Which are most likely to have high amounts of trans fats?

• citrus fruits

• lean meats

• vegetables

• fast foods

Dark colored urine, dryness of the mouth, weakness, and an increased pulse rate are results of not consuming enough:

• water.

• carbohydrates.

• protein.

• vitamins.

Sadie is preparing a shrimp and vegetable stir fry. Which fat should she use if she wants to decrease LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol?

• butter

• stick margarine

• olive oil

• partially hydrogenated soybean oil

Joseph drank liquids while playing football, but he also needs a mineral in his body so that his muscles will not cramp. What mineral is this?

• calcium

• iodine

• iron

• potassium

What source of water is the lowest in calories?

• decaffeinated drinks

• tap water

• fruits and veetables

• carbohydrates

Which food pairing provides the least complete protein?

• peas and carrots

• beef and chicken

• dried beans and rice

• yogurt and flax seeds

Joanne is putting together recipes for cooking lean protein sources for a community event. Which recipe would be best to include?

• grilled shrimp kababs with pineapple rice

• grilled beed cheeseburger

• buffalo chicken dip with fried chips

• smoked pork belly tacos