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Which mineral is the primary positively charged ion in the intracellular fluid?
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which mineral is the primary positively charged ion in the intracellular fluid? | Potassium |
| Which of the following groups of Americans has the highest risk of hypertension? | African Americans |
| Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for osteoporosis? | Being physically inactive |
| Which of the following foods is NOT a good source of magnesium? | White bread |
| Consuming a diet rich in potassium has been associated with ________ blood pressure. | a reduction in |
| While reaching the upper limit (UL) for iodine is uncommon from food sources alone, it can occur when a person consumes large amounts of _______. | seaweed |
| Which of the following minerals is NOT a trace mineral? | Potassium |
| Which of the following foods is the best source of chromium? | Broccoli |
| Which of the following food sources contains the least amount of heme iron? | Black beans |
| Which of the following minerals may have a physiological role, but more research is necessary to determine whether it is essential? | Lithium |
| George is a 5′ 8′′, 29-year-old man who weighs almost 350 pounds. To lose weight, he's tried calorie-restricted diets, fad diets, exercise programs, and appetite-suppressing pills without success. George wants to a permanent solution to treat his obesity. | bariatric surgery |
| Which of the following factors contributes to an increase in a person's BMR? | Aging |
| The ________ gland produces the primary hormone that controls the metabolic rate. | thyroid |
| For adult men, having a waist circumference that is greater than _______ inches is associated with an increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and CVD. | 40 |
| The ________ controls hunger and satiety. | hypothalamus |
| Which of the following statements is true? People with night eating syndrome do not experience any episodic food binges. People with night eating syndrome have a huge appetite in the morning. People with night eating syndrome believe they can | People with night eating syndrome believe they can only fall asleep by having a full stomach. |
| Which of the following is a common sign or symptom of bulimia nervosa? | Frequent heartburn |
| You have a friend who you believe may have an eating disorder. Which of the following is not recommended when approaching a person to discuss a possible eating disorder? | Assembling a group of concerned friends and family members to meet with the person at a local coffee shop |
| Carey skips breakfast and eats only organic foods. Before exams, she avoids eating anything that is "alive" or "had a face" while it was alive. Her BMI is 21.6 and she seems to be healthy. Based on this information, Carey is at risk of developing ________ | an eating disorder |
| Females involved in which of the following activities are at the greatest risk for the female athlete triad? Multiple Choice | Cheerleading |
| Which of the following supplies the least energy during physical activity? | Protein |
| Holly is a healthy woman who is 22 years of age. Using this information, calculate her target heart rate zone for moderate-intensity physical activity. | 99 to 139 bpm |
| Which of the following activities is an example of a vigorous physical activity? | Jumping rope |
| Which of the following ergogenic aids is categorized as "Impermissible" by the NCAA and, therefore, cannot be provided to student-athletes by the athletics department but may be purchased by the student athlete. | High-protein supplements |
| Approximately _____ of American adults meet the minimum physical activity recommendation of obtaining at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity physical activity. | one-half |
| Which of the following conditions is a common nutrition-related sign of early pregnancy that occurs in many healthy pregnant women? | Morning sickness |
| ________ stimulates milk production by certain cells in the breast. | Prolactin |
| Which of the following statements is true? Women who breastfeed their babies tend to gain weight at a faster rate than women who choose to formula-feed their infants. Breastfeeding reduces a woman's risk of type 1 diabetes in later adulthood. | Human milk naturally contains antibodies and immune cells that are not in infant formulas. |
| ________ is a common nutrition-related sign or symptom of early pregnancy that occurs in many healthy pregnant women. | Fatigue |
| Kari is considering whether she should exclusively breastfeed or formula-feed her new baby. To encourage Kari to breastfeed, you provide some factual information by telling her that ________. | breastfeeding can help her lose the body fat she gained during pregnancy |
| Which of the following statements is true? For adolescents with severe obesity, bariatric surgery is not recommended as a treatment option. Compared to other adolescents, sleep apnea is more likely to affect teens whose BMI-for-ages are between | Children with obesity are more likely to have high blood glucose levels than children who have healthy body weights. |
| Body length increases by ________ inches per year in preschool-age children. | 2.5–3 |
| Which of the following is NOT a health problem associated with childhood obesity? | Type 1 diabetes |
| Compared to younger children, the diets of school-aged children tend to be _______. | lower in whole grains |
| Anna would like to offer a high-fiber, nutrient-dense snack to her healthy 4-year-old son. Based on this information, she should serve ________. | a small unpeeled apple that has been cut into wedges |
| Reduced ________ is a normal physiological change associated with aging. | lung capacity |
| ________ is the average length of time a person born in a specific year can expect to live. | Life expectancy |
| Margaret is 87 years of age. Compared to when she was 27 years of age, her ________ now. | stomach secretes less intrinsic factor |
| According to scientific research involving animals, ________ may extend one's life. | restricting energy intake |
| Which of the following statements is true? The longest living (documented) person was a Russian man who lived for 114 years. A centenarian is a person who has lived for 100 years or more. In the United States, life expectancy is about 95 ye | A centenarian is a person who has lived for 100 years or more. |
| The following substances were detected in a can of food. Which of the substances is an unintentional food additive? | Pesticide residues |
| Infants should not be fed honey because it can contain ________. | Clostridium botulinum spores |
| Which of the following statements is true? In the United States, people rarely suffer from food-borne illnesses. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for inspecting local restaurants and grocery stores to ensure they meet food saf | A food's odor or appearance is not a reliable indicator of whether it is safe to eat. |
| Which of the following pesticides kills weeds? Herbicide Fungicide Rodenticide Insecticide | Herbicide |
| Which of the following animals is an example of a vermin? Salmon Cow Bird Cockroach | Cockroach |
| A woman who is undernourished during pregnancy has an increased risk of negative effects on her health, as well as her baby's health. All of the following are consequences of undernutrition during pregnancy except ________. | increased risk of gestational diabetes |
| Which of the following global aid programs strives to eliminate extreme poverty by providing low-interest loans, interest-free credit, and grants to developing countries? | The World Bank |
| Globally, approximately _______ of the food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted. | one-third |
| ________ is a farming method that does not deplete natural resources or harm the environment while meeting the demand for food. | Sustainable agriculture |
| The largest food assistance program in the United States, aiding about 40 million Americans each year, is the ________. | Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) |
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