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WorksheetsModule 4 Nutrition Review Quiz 1 of 2
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
It is more beneficial to obtain vitamins through a well-balanced diet, rather than through supplements, because:
A well-balanced diet provides additional nutrients and fiber that supplements lack.
Supplements are always more effective than natural foods.
Vitamins from supplements are absorbed better than those from food.
A well-balanced diet contains only vitamins and no other nutrients.
One example of a negative health consequence of failing to take in enough of a mineral is:
Developing anemia
Improved vision
Increased muscle strength
Faster metabolism
The difference between essential and nonessential amino acids is that essential amino acids must be obtained through the foods you eat because the body cannot make them, while nonessential amino acids can be synthesized by the body. Which type is more essential to obtain through the foods you eat and why?
Essential amino acids, because the body cannot make them
Nonessential amino acids, because they are not found in food
Nonessential amino acids, because the body cannot make them
Essential amino acids, because they are not needed by the body
The five main recommendations in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are:
Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan, focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount, limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake, shift to healthier food and beverage choices, support healthy eating patterns for all.
Eat only plant-based foods, avoid all fats, drink only water, exercise daily, and avoid all sugars.
Consume high-protein diets, eliminate carbohydrates, eat only three meals a day, avoid fruits, and increase salt intake.
Follow a low-calorie diet, eat only organic foods, avoid dairy products, eat only raw foods, and fast regularly.
Which source of essential nutrients is not considered a MyPlate food group, but must be included in your eating plan?
protein foods
oils
grains
dairy
The five food groups included in the MyPlate system are:
Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Protein, Dairy
Fruits, Sweets, Grains, Protein, Dairy
Vegetables, Grains, Fats, Protein, Dairy
Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Fats, Dairy
Select the option that can serve as a plant-based dairy alternative.
Almond milk
Cow's milk
Goat's milk
Buffalo milk
Which nutrient provides more calories per gram than any other source?
fat
dairy
protein
grains
Nutrient-dense foods contain little or none of what substances?
Added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium
Vitamins and minerals
Dietary fiber and protein
Water and antioxidants
All of the following ingredients indicate that a food contains added sugars, except
fruit juice concentrate.
high-fructose corn syrup.
ascorbic acid.
maltose.
What are the factors that impact ideal weight for individual bodies?
Genetics, age, gender, body composition, and lifestyle
Favorite color, shoe size, and pet ownership
Blood type, eye color, and handedness
Preferred music genre, favorite food, and travel history
What is represented by the % Daily Values listed on a Nutrition Facts label?
The percentage of the recommended daily intake of each nutrient provided by one serving of the food
The total calories in the entire package
The amount of sugar in the food compared to other foods
The percentage of fat in the food compared to the daily limit
Which of the following is not a method for measuring body composition?
skinfold test
underwater weighing
dividing height by weight
DEXA scans
TV and social media can negatively affect weight-management efforts by:
Encouraging unhealthy eating habits and sedentary behavior
Promoting regular physical activity
Providing only educational content about nutrition
Discouraging the consumption of junk food
