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WorksheetsNUTR 2110 Exam 1 Review Worksheet
Total questions: 55
Worksheet time: 29mins
The average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of 97-98% of individuals is called the
RDA
EAR
UL
AMDR
Organic compounds in nutrition means that something is composed of
Carbon, hydrogen, & oxygen ONLY
Carbon & Hydrogen ONLY
Carbon, Hydrogen, oxygen, & sometimes other elements
Carbon ONLY
A disease characterized by a gradual onset and long duration is referred to as a chronic disease
True
False
This macronutrient provides 9kcal/g
Proteins
Lipids
Carbohydrates
None of the above
Minerals are considered to be _________ micronutrients
Organic
Inorganic
The best
None of the above
The role of a control group in an experiment is _________.
Make the outcome go your way
Control who is in the experiment
Get the placebo
Get the experimental treatment
Observational studies indicate cause and effect
True
False
Fat-soluble vitamins are
A
D
E
K
All of the above
The science that studies food and how food nourishes our body and influences our health is _______.
Exercise Science
Biology
Nutrition
Physics
Health
Water is a nutrient we need
True
False
What is one objective from Healthy People 2020?
To decrease the contribution of fruits to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2
To increase the variety and decrease the contribution of vegetables to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2
To decrease the variety and increase the contribution of vegetables to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2
To increase the contribution of fruits to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2
What are two key components of physical health?
Nutrition and physical activity
Spiritual values and meaningful vocation
Meaningful work and spiritual beliefs
Positive feelings and nutrition
Which of the following is NOT a group of nutrients?
Carbohydrates
Meats
Water
Minerals
If a food has 10 grams of fat, how many calories from fat does the food have?
40 kcal
70 kcal
90 kcal
100 kcal
Which of the following is defined as the highest average daily nutrient intake level likely to pose no risk or adverse health effects?
UL
AI
EAR
RDA
The ingredient with the highest amount is listed _____ in the food ingredient list
Last
First
That's Classified information
Foods that provide little to no nutrients can be referred to as nutrient dense
True
False
Proper proportions of Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins, vitamins, minerals, & water necessary to maintain good health is
Varied
Balanced
Adequate
None of the above
The four components of a healthful diet are as follows: Adequacy, balance, moderation & variety.
True
False
Some of the key messages of the 2020 – 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans include. (Choose more than one if applicable )
Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan
Focus on variety, nutrient density, & amount
Shift to more empty calories
Increase calories from added sugars, saturated fat, & increase sodium intake
Which of the following does NOT need to be included on a food label?
The name and address of the food manufacturer, packer, or distributor
The net contents of the package
Nutrition information
Health claims
A Mediterranean-style eating pattern is typically healthful.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a common source of protein in the Mediterranean diet?
Beans
Fish
Red meat
Nuts
What are ways you can make healthful choices when eating out? (choose all that apply)
Substitute the side order with a nutrient-dense option (cup of fruit, veggies, etc.)
Order a super-size meal for the value
Share your meal with a friend
Take half your meal home
A healthful eating pattern includes:
Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables
Eating nutrient-dense foods
Choosing whole grains
All of the above
Detailed food labels are required on all meat and poultry.
True
False
MyPlate graphic shows:
Specific food choices
Six food groups
Water as a food group
None of the above
For 2,000 kcal/day, it is recommended one should eat:
(Choose more than one if applicable )
3 cups of dairy
5.5 oz of protein
2.5 cups of vegetables
2 cups of fruit
6 oz of grains
Our standard serving sizes have gotten larger in the last 20 years.
True
False
A mass of food that has been chewed and moistened in the mouth is referred to as
Bolus
Chyme
Lipase
Amylase
A semifluid mass consisting of partially digested food, water, and gastric juices is referred to as
Bolus
Chyme
Lipase
Amylase
The process of building larger molecules from smaller molecules is called
Catabolism
Anabolism
Lipolysis
Hydrolysis
The process of breaking down larger molecules into smaller molecules is called
Catabolism
Anabolism
Gluconeogenesis
Lipogenesis
Gluconeogenesis is when ________________ and it is an example of _________
The body synthesizes glucose; anabolism
The body synthesizes glucose; catabolism
The body breaking down glucose; anabolism
The body breakdown glucose; catabolism
Which hormone triggers hunger?
Leptin
Insulin
Ghrelin
CCK
Hunger is a physiological desire to consume specific foods.
True
False
Which of the following organs of the GI tract is matched with one of its correct functions?
Liver – stores bile to release into the small intestine
Gallbladder – produces bile to emulsify fats
Pharynx – produces saliva, mucus, enzymes, and other chemicals
Pancreas – produces digestive enzymes and bicarbonate
Fatty acids cannot be converted to glucose.
True
False
Which of the following describes the process of lipolysis?
The breakdown of dietary fats into single amino acids or small peptides that are absorbed by the body.
The enzyme-driven catabolism of triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol.
The enzyme-driven anabolism of triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol.
The breakdown of fatty acids into single amino acids or small peptides that are absorbed by the body.
The _______ synthesizes bile and processes nutrients for storage or releases them back into the bloodstream.
Gallbladder
Pancreas
Liver
Small intestine
When is protein used for energy?
First, before all the other nutrients
Second, after all the fat is used
Third, when total energy or carbohydrate intake is low
Never
Gastrointestinal function is regulated by:
Enteric nervous system
Peripheral nervous system
Central nervous system
Median nervous system
The small intestine is made up of:
The colon
The ileum
the duodenum
Jejunum
Hopes & desires
The liver cells combine two molecules of ammonia together with carbon dioxide to form:
Bile
Adipose tissue
Amino acids
Urea
Which DRI refers to a nutrient intake value estimated to meet the requirements of 50% of healthy individuals?
RDA
UL
EAR
AMDR
Malnutrition occurs when nutritional status is out of balance, and there is a(n) _______ in energy/nutrient intake or an imbalance of nutrients.
Excess
Deficient
Excess or deficient
Empty Calories provide high nutritional value and should be consumed often.
True
False
The difference in hunger and appetite is that hunger is _________, while appetite is ____________.
Physiological, psychological
First, second
Psychological, physiological
Specific, non specific
Anabolism releases energy and catabolism needs energy.
True
False
A macronutrient is a nutrient the body needs in relatively small amounts (milligrams or micrograms).
True
False
What is not an example of a secondary deficiency?
Lactose intolerance, a deficiency of an enzyme called lactase, making the body unable to digest the sugar lactose
Pancreatic insufficiency a condition in which the pancreas does not produce enough digestive enzymes to digest food in the small intestines
Pernicious Anemia, inability to absorb B12 because of a lack of intrinsic factor
Beriberi, deficiency of thiamin (vitamin B1) usually caused by alcoholism or poor diet
By limiting portion size, added sugars, and saturated fats, one can eat healthfully when dining out.
True
False
My Plate encourages Americans to:
Eat a variety of foods
Increase their physical activity
Eat more lean protein and whole grains
Consume the right portions of each recommended food group
All the above
Choose the macronutrient that promotes the highest value of satiety.
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrates
Fiber
What metabolic reaction is an example of anabolism?
Glycolysis
Phosphorylation
Lipolysis
Deamination
