Nutrition Test 1 Flashcards

What method is used by researchers to answer a nutrition question?

Which of the following is an example of a valid source for nutrition research?

In an experimental study, the group that is the placebo or no treatment is called the...?

The gold standard research design in experimental research is?

What is epidemiological research?

Which of the following is classified as a nutrient?

Which of these nutrients is considered a micronutrient?

_____ are the basic building blocks in proteins that function to synthesize, grow, and maintain tissues in the body.

The chemical structure of organic nutrients consists of?

Trace minerals, or microminerals, are needed in the body in amounts less than... grams.

Research confirms that _____ is the most important consideration when it comes to making a food choice.

Advertising especially works on _____ to influence their food choices.

Individual energy needs are dependent upon which factor(s)?

The ABCDs of nutritional assessment are?

What is the most appropriate method to gather information on a specific food or category of food eaten?

The best way to meet nutrient needs is to _____ .

The American diet is too high in _____.

Individuals who are obese are NOT likely to have higher rates of _____.

The set of disease prevention and health promotion objectives for Americans to meet in the second decade of the twentieth century are ______.

Of the top 10 leading causes of death in the United States, the four diseases that are related to nutrition include _____.

Which of the following nutrients does NOT provide energy to the body?

Which of the following nutrients is most abundant in the body?

The difference between carbohydrates and lipids is that lipids are much more concentrated than carbohydrates and contain less _____ and _____.

Katie is 27 years old and weighs 143 pounds. Calculate her weight in kilograms.

Before his track meet, Seth ate a chocolate chip granola bar containing 10 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fat, and 5 grams of protein. How many kilocalories did Seth consume?

A scientist conducted a vitamin D experiment, giving the experimental group a vitamin D supplement and control group a placebo. None of the subjects knew which pill they were taking and the scientist did not know which pill was given to each of the subjects. This experiment is an example of what kind of study?

Healthy eating involves the key principles of _____, _____, and _____.

Healthy eating includes choosing foods that are nutrient-dense. What is not an example of a nutrient-dense food?

The measurement of nutrients in a food compared to the kilocalorie content is _____.

The long-term outcome of consuming a diet that is either lacking in the essential nutrients or contains excess energy is known as ______.

Which option best illustrates balance and variety in a menu?

A woman's palm is approximately how many ounces of cooked meat, poultry, or fish?

Most Americans tend to _____ portion sizes put on their plates.

The standard amount of food provided for which nutrient composition is presented is called a _____.

Controlling portion size is part of eating healthfully. The following are examples of portion control except _____.

Portion control is an important part of healthy eating. Which of the following suggests an excessive portion?

_____ refers to the highest amount of a nutrient that is unlikely to cause harm if consumed daily.

Which of the DRIs is projected to meet 50 percent of a healthy population's needs?

The DRIs were established by which agency?

The approximate daily amount of a nutrient that is sufficient to meet the needs of similar individuals within a population group is ______.

What references should be used to determine if an adolescent is meeting his daily calcium needs?

The Dietary Guidelines were established in 1990 to promote the health of Americans. The guidelines are to be updated every _____ years.

MyPlate recommends that _____ of the plate to be covered with fruits and vegetables.

MyPlate is based on three general recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines. Which foods should individuals reduce?

In the MyPlate fruit group, which food below is considered less nutrient-dense?

In a 2,000-kcal diet, approximately how many kcals should come from discretionary foods?

Which group has regulated the food labeling laws since the 1930s?

Since 1930, all of the following information is required to be present on nutrition labels except _____.

In 2012, the FDA proposed new changes to the Nutrition Facts Panel. Which of the following is new?

An example of a nutrient content claim is _____.

Sarah is looking for a cereal that is high (or excellent) source of fiber. What % DV should she look for on the Nutrition Facts panel?

Which claims are examples of a structure/function claim?

The organ that transfers food from the mouth to the stomach is the _____.

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the large intestine?

The part of the GI tract that mixes and churns food with digestive juices is the _____.

The accessory organ responsible for metabolizing carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and alcohol is the _____.

The gallbladder stores _____, which is released into the _____.

The organ of the GI tract that digests and absorbs the most nutrients is the _____.

Which nutrient is remaining for absorption once chyme enters the large intestine?

The correct order in which food passes through the GI tract is _____ .

What type of absorption occurs when nutrients move from a high concentration gradient to a low concentration gradient with the help of a carrier protein?

Bacteria in the colon produce some vitamins, including vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, biotin, and vitamin B12. What two vitamins can be absorbed?

Where does digestion begin?

The type of digestion that involves segmentation and peristalsis is _____ digestion.

Which organ secretes enzymes that break down carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids?

Which of the following would cause enzymes to become activated?

Pepsinogen is the inactive protease secreted by the chief cells in the stomach; this enzyme is converted to the active form called ________ in the presence of HCl.

Which process moves absorbed nutrients throughout the body through the cardiovascular and lymph systems?

Once the nutrients have been absorbed through the small intestinal mucosa, they are carried off either through the ________ or the ________.

Fat-soluble vitamins are first carried throughout the body via the _____.

The hepatic veins deliver nutrients to the _____ and _____.

Carbohydrates and amino acids are carried through the body by the _____ system.

The disorder that results in swallowing too much air from eating too fast or drinking carbonated beverages is _____.

Which lifestyle habit is likely to cause heartburn?

The helicobacter pylori bacterium is often involved. Burning pain is the most common symptom, along with vomiting, fatigue, bleeding, and general weakness. What is this digestive disorder?

Sarah has complaints about constipation. What is the BEST approach Sarah should use to resolve the constipation?

An individual who has celiac disease can include which food listed below in his/her diet without a reaction?

Jim woke up late and skipped breakfast to get to his 10 a.m. class. After his 1 p.m. class, he walks by a burger joint and feels sharp hunger pains. Which hormone is causing this sensation?