Chapter 2 Review Quiz

Triglycerides and cholesterol are part of a class of nutrients called

• amino acids.

• proteins.

• vitamins.

• fats.

Carbohydrates and protein food items yield how many calories per gram?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Proteins are complex compounds formed by

• starch.

• cholesterol.

• amino acids.

• phospholipids.

A single serving of alcohol is defined as:

• 16 fluid ounces of beer.

• 2 ounces of spirits, or liquor.

• 12 fluid ounces of beer.

• a bottle of wine.

The three macronutrients are:

• protein, vitamin, and minerals.

• proteins, carbohydrates, and minerals.

• carbohydrates, fats, and vitamins.

• carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Which nutrient makes up two-thirds of the body by weight:

• carbohydrates

• proteins

• fats

• water

Which carbohydrate found in the body is indigestible by the human body?

• fiber

• sugar

• starch

• maltose

Cookies, candy, and sweetened beverages are considered which type of food?

• Nutrient-dense

• Calorie-dense

• Healthy

• Fast

The digestive process begins in the

• small intestine.

• mouth

• stomach.

• esophagus.

Maintaining a healthy body includes which of the following lifestyle habits?

• Catching up on sleep by napping during the day.

• Consuming calorie-dense food.

• Consuming nutrient-dense food.

• Seeing a primary care doctor quarterly.