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Which type of carbohydrates should be preferred over foods with added sugars and refined grains?
Which type of carbohydrates should be preferred over foods with added sugars and refined grains?
- Fiber
- Starches
- Complex carbohydrates (correct)
- Simple carbohydrates
Which of the following is a commonly encountered simple carbohydrate?
Which of the following is a commonly encountered simple carbohydrate?
- Amylopectin
- Amylose
- Fructose (correct)
- Cellulose
What nutrient helps the body absorb vitamins while providing energy?
What nutrient helps the body absorb vitamins while providing energy?
- Carbohydrates
- Protein
- Fiber
- Fat (correct)
Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index and can rapidly increase the blood glucose level?
Which of the following foods has a high glycemic index and can rapidly increase the blood glucose level?
Where is fiber commonly found?
Where is fiber commonly found?
Which type of fats should be limited or avoided in a healthy diet?
Which type of fats should be limited or avoided in a healthy diet?
What makes foods like potatoes, white bread, and processed snack foods increase the blood glucose level rapidly?
What makes foods like potatoes, white bread, and processed snack foods increase the blood glucose level rapidly?
Which nutrient plays a major role in determining the body’s cholesterol levels?
Which nutrient plays a major role in determining the body’s cholesterol levels?
What is the primary focus when a client experiences unintentional weight gain?
What is the primary focus when a client experiences unintentional weight gain?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for a client pursuing weight gain?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for a client pursuing weight gain?
What should a client aim to increase when trying to gain weight in a healthy manner?
What should a client aim to increase when trying to gain weight in a healthy manner?
Why should weight gain, like weight loss, be a steady process?
Why should weight gain, like weight loss, be a steady process?
What are nutrient-rich foods preferred over when attempting to gain weight?
What are nutrient-rich foods preferred over when attempting to gain weight?
How are nutrient requirements determined for individuals?
How are nutrient requirements determined for individuals?
What do macronutrients provide the body with?
What do macronutrients provide the body with?
What food group should individuals prioritize to make up a nutritious diet while staying within the calorie limit?
What food group should individuals prioritize to make up a nutritious diet while staying within the calorie limit?
How can eating whole grains, fruits, and vegetables help with hunger control?
How can eating whole grains, fruits, and vegetables help with hunger control?
What daily dietary intake is recommended by the USDA for adults in terms of fruit consumption?
What daily dietary intake is recommended by the USDA for adults in terms of fruit consumption?
Which type of foods should individuals avoid or limit to maintain healthy eating patterns according to the text?
Which type of foods should individuals avoid or limit to maintain healthy eating patterns according to the text?
What is the recommended weekly weight loss range in a healthy weight-loss plan?
What is the recommended weekly weight loss range in a healthy weight-loss plan?
Why is it important to identify the cause of unintentional weight loss?
Why is it important to identify the cause of unintentional weight loss?
How do nutrient-dense foods differ from other foods in terms of nutrients and calories?
How do nutrient-dense foods differ from other foods in terms of nutrients and calories?
What is a key benefit of fiber intake in terms of food consumption?
What is a key benefit of fiber intake in terms of food consumption?
Which type of fat can increase the risk of heart disease and raise total blood cholesterol levels?
Which type of fat can increase the risk of heart disease and raise total blood cholesterol levels?
What is the primary reason why trans fats are not considered safe in human food?
What is the primary reason why trans fats are not considered safe in human food?
Which fats can lower cholesterol levels while decreasing the risk for heart disease?
Which fats can lower cholesterol levels while decreasing the risk for heart disease?
Why must vitamins be obtained from a person's diet?
Why must vitamins be obtained from a person's diet?
What can lead to weight gain if consumed in excess, despite its ability to lower cholesterol?
What can lead to weight gain if consumed in excess, despite its ability to lower cholesterol?
Which type of fat is most often found in processed foods and is considered unsafe for human consumption?
Which type of fat is most often found in processed foods and is considered unsafe for human consumption?
What do vitamins aid in promoting within the body?
What do vitamins aid in promoting within the body?
Why do clients who engage in exercise require more calories?
Why do clients who engage in exercise require more calories?
Why do males generally need more calories than females on average?
Why do males generally need more calories than females on average?
Why is good nutrition just as important with aging according to the text?
Why is good nutrition just as important with aging according to the text?
What can make it difficult for some older adults to eat a healthy diet?
What can make it difficult for some older adults to eat a healthy diet?
Which factor can contribute to unintentional weight loss in older adult clients?
Which factor can contribute to unintentional weight loss in older adult clients?
How can older adult clients prevent diseases according to the text?
How can older adult clients prevent diseases according to the text?
Which dietary approach can help meet the nutritional requirements of older adult clients?
Which dietary approach can help meet the nutritional requirements of older adult clients?
Why do male bodies burn more calories than female bodies according to the text?
Why do male bodies burn more calories than female bodies according to the text?
