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KIN Chpt.6
Health
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which nutrient is not of special concern to the vegan? | vitamin A |
| The three fuel (energy providing) nutrients are fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. | True |
| The DASH eating plan is recommended for the prevention of: | hypertension |
| Incomplete protein comes from animal sources. | False |
| The average person consumes and excretes about _____ liters of water each day. | two and one-half |
| Anemia may result from a deficiency of: | iron |
| Which of the following nutrients is not a source of calories? | vitamins |
| Cholesterol consumption should be kept below _________ milligrams per day. | 300 |
| Helpful dietary compounds including lycopene, carotenoids, and ellagic acid are known as: | phytochemicals |
| The necessary percentage of nutrients in an athlete's diet differs from a non-athlete. | False |
| Which has the most calories per gram? | fat |
| Most nutrition scientists agree that supplementation is not necessary because the body's nutritional needs are easily met through a balanced diet. | True |
| Vitamins, minerals, and water add calories to the diet. | False |
| This important dietary element is thought to help regulate cholesterol levels and stabilize blood glucose levels, and is found in citrus fruits, oats, and apples: | soluble fiber |
| Nutrient dense foods provide significant nutritional benefit for a relatively low number of calories. | True |
| This vitamin is important for pregnant women because it helps prevent neural tube defects like spina bifida: | folic acid |
| Simple carbohydrates are more nutritious than complex carbohydrates. | False |
| Alcohol, although not a nutrient, provides _____ calories per gram. | 7 |
| Which is the body's preferred form of energy? | carbohydrates |