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Food Nutrition
final study guide
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| True or False: A person who is overweight burns the same amount of calories as a thin person walking at the same rate and distance. | False |
| True or False: Jack, an 80 year-old male, has the same specific nutritional needs as Jill, an 18-year old female. | False |
| True or False: The Daily Value of sodium is found on the Nutrition Facts panel. | True |
| True or False: Consuming a very low carbohydrate diet increases the risk of a buildup of ketone bodies | True |
| True or False: A Pregame meal is recommended 3 to 4 hours before an event. | True |
| True or False: A hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) system is used to protect te safety of workers. | False |
| True or False: Serving size must be indicated on a food label | True |
| True or False: Some Microorganisms create positive effects on food taste and texture. | True |
| True or False: Vitamin toxicity occurs when daily vitamin needs are not met over an extended period. | False |
| True or False: If mold is removed from liquids or soft foods, the foods will still be safe to eat. | False |
| True or False: Babies should not be given cow's milk because it does not have enough iron and has too much calcium. | True |
| True or False: Excess fat stored around the abdomen poses a greater health risk than excess fat stored around the hip area | True |
| True or False: Lactation is a life stage event that requires extra nutrients in the woman's diet | True |
| True or False: Excess fat-soluble vitamins in the diet are eliminated from the body through urine | False |
| True or False: Foods in the dairy group are high in protein and calcium. | True |
| True or False: Women need more calories per pound of body weight per hour to support basal metabolism than men do | False |
| True or False: Egg yolks and fortified dairy products are excellent sources of preformed vitamin A | True |
| True or False: Children today are more likely to be overweight than their ancestors | True |
| True or False: Because foods can be contaminated during processing and handling, food producers have little responsibility for assuring food safety | False |
| True or False: People can contract hepatitis A and Norwalk virus by eating raw or under cooked eggs. | False |
| True or False: Probiotics are the good microorganisms that offer health benefits when eaten in sufficient amounts | True |
| True or False:Foods high in fat are also calorie dense. | True |
| True or False:According to MyPlate, the food groups should represent equal portions of your meal. | False |
| True or False:Protein-rich foods provide the glycogen athletes need to build and repair tissue. | False |
| True or False: Pro vitamins are compounds the body can convert into active forms of vitamins | True |
| True or False: Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) should be used to primarily by consumers to plan their own diets. | False |
| True or False:Woman who are above or below healthy weight are more likely to experience problems during pregnancy. | True |
| True or False: Ketosis can be harmful because it changes the acid-base balance of the blood. | True |
| True or False: Growth is more rapid during infancy than at any other time in the life cycle. | True |
| True or False: Phytochemicals can be found in the greatest amounts in meats and poultry | False |
| True or False: Research has shown that taking salt tablets is the most effective way to replace sodium lost during physical activity. | False |
| True or False: The amount of food people should consume is influenced by their level of activity. | True |
| True or False: For athletes involved in strength training, protein supplement drinks are essential. | False |
| True or False:A diet analysis is designed to tell a person if he or she needs to lose weight. | False |
| True or False: Daily Values based on 2,500- and 3,000-calorie diets are listed on the Nutrition Facts panel for various nutrients. | False |
| True or False: All the factors that impact BMR can be changed | False |
| True or False: Foods that are high in calories from solid fats and added sugars are considered nutrient dense. | False |
| True or False: For most people, approximately 75% of energy output is for physical activity. | False |
| True or False: Power foods such as protein drinks enhance athletic performance. | False |
| True or False: One way to learn how to change tioneating patterns is through nutrition educa | True |
| True or False: Dietary Reference Intakes can be used by nutritionists to develop menus that meet nutritional requirements for specific groups such as the military. | True |
| True or False: As people age their ability to absorb some nutrients decreases. | True |
| True or False: Over 50% of adults in the U.S are more than 20% overweight | True |
| True or False: A person's calorie needs increase during adulthood, especially after age 50 | True |
| True or False: The temperature in the refrigerator should be 40 degrees Fahrenheit or above. | False |
| True or False: The term adolescence refers to a specific life cycle stage | True |
| The Vitamins that are known to be especially toxic to the body if consumed in large amounts over long periods are _ and _ | A and D |
| A caregiver is planning a snack for her toddler classroom. Which will fit the developing needs of a growing 3-year-old? | Apples and graham crackers. |
| Which of the following are found in both the vegetables and protein groups? | Beans and Peas |
| Which of the following is not a group on Mylate? | Oils |
| Which government agency is responsible for the truthful advertising of food claims? | Federal Trade Commission (FTC) |
| Opposite optimum health on the wellness continuum is | Premature Death |
| Which of the following are antioxidants A. Vitamin C and E B.Thiamin and riboflavin C. Vitamins B6 and B12 D. Niacin and folate. | Vitamins C and E |
| An example of a health-related factor over which a person has little control is his or her ________ | Heredity |
| A 3-ounce serving meat is about the size of a ____ of _______ _____ | Deck of Playing Cards |
| Is Skipping breakfast to control calorie intake recommended by health experts? | No |
| Who is most at risk for danger from food poisoning? A. Pregnant Woman. B.Athletes C. Sedentary adults. D. Teenagers | Pregnant Woman |
| MyPlate recommends including atleast _ ounces of cooked seafood per week. | 8 |
| Who is Primarily responsible for healthful lifestyle choices? A. society B. a person's parents C. an individual D. health care providers | an individual |
| What vitamin is especially important during the first weeks of pregnancy? A. Vitamin C B.Thiamin C.Vitamin B12 D. Folate | Folate |
| What is a good source of vitamin c? | grapefruit |
| How do lifestyle choices relate to health outcomes? | Lifestlye choices can lead to health improvement or health decline. |
| Which of the following is a high-quality source of protein for an athlete's diet? A. fruit B. Water C. Sweets D. Poultry | Poultry |
| A person who focuses on staying physically, mentally and socially healthy practices an approach to wellness that can be described as ________. | holistic |
| What is the main function of vitamin K? | makes proteins needed for blood coagulation. |
| the safest way to thaw frozen meat is | in the refrigerator |
| stress is ___ _____ _________ _ ______ _____ __ ________ __ ______ | the inner agitation a person feels in response to change |
| what is an athletes goal when trying to gain weight? | to add muscle tissue |
| a problem associated with carbohydrate loading is | muscle stiffness |