Chapter 7 Review Nutrition

1. The body uses nutrients to perform daily activities and certain important functions.

• A. True
• B. False

2. Dietary fiber is a simple protein that can be found in meats and dairy products.

• A. True
• B. False

3. Your body needs minerals in large amounts to grow and develop normally.

• A. True
• B. False

4. Following a healthy dietary pattern at every life stage and limiting foods and beverages higher in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium are two concepts promoted by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

• A.. True
• B. False

5. Although many people think about poor nutrition in terms of not getting enough nutrients, it can also be caused by eating too much of some nutrients.

• A. True
• B. False

6. The number of calories a person should eat each day depends only on the person’s level of physical activity.

• A. True
• B. False

7. Body-fat distribution is the location of fat deposits on your body.

• A. True
• B. False

8. Setting realistic, short-term goals regarding eating and physical activity can inspire you to feel more confident about a longer-term goal for overall health.

• A. True
• B. False

9. Fad diets and appetite supplements are healthy approaches to weight loss because they meet the nutritional needs of the body.

• A.. True
• B. False

10. When people focus on the foods they put into their bodies, they are practicing mindful eating.

• A. True
• B. False