Nutrition Quiz

What is true regarding protein?

• Proteins break down into amino acids.

• Proteins are used to grow and repair the body tissues.

• Protein is a source of energy in the absence of carbohydrates.

• All are correct

• Proteins break down into amino acids and proteins are used to grow and repair the body tissues.

This is the process of breaking down molecules into smaller molecules and energy is released.

• Anabolism

• Metabolism

• Enzymes

• Amino acids

• Catabolism

The process the body uses to obtain or make energy from the food eaten.

• Anabolism

• Metabolism

• Enzymes

• Calorie

• Catabolism

A unit that measures how much energy is in a particular food.

• Metabolism

• Amino acid

• Protein

• Calorie

• Carbohydrate

Which of the following foods would be a smart carbohydrate choice?

• Low-fat milk

• Eggs

• Donuts

• White bread

• Turkey

Which of the following does not contain a significant source of fiber?

• Legumes

• Corn and broccoli

• Yogurt

• Avocados and apples

• Whole-wheat bread

What statement is incorrect regarding fiber?

• Soluble fiber is found in nuts, prunes, and popcorn.

• Insoluble fiber increases the bulk of the stool.

• Fiber supplements can help decrease constipation.

• Soluble fiber dissolves in water and forms a gel-like substance.

• Soluble fiber slows the absorption of sugar and binds to fatty acids.

What is incorrect regarding the glycemic index (GI)?

• A number is given to carbohydrate foods based on how they increase the blood glucose level.

• High GI foods produce a smaller change in the blood glucose level.

• Low GI foods can be decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

• High GI foods can also help maintain weight loss.

• High GI foods produce a smaller change in the blood glucose level and high GI foods can also help maintain weight loss.

What is true regarding fat?

• Fat is used for energy if glucose is not available.

• Fat is used for healthy skin and hair.

• Fat is used for vitamin absorption.

• All are correct

• Fat is used for healthy skin and hair and fat is used for vitamin absorption.

Triglycerides:

• are used for energy when carbohydrates are limited.

• increase one’s risk for heart disease and stroke.

• can be increased with liver disease, kidney disease, and hypothyroidism.

• can be decreasing by eating less sugary and refined foods.

• All are correct