NUTRITION & DIET THERAPY EXAM #
1 CHAPTERS 1-3
Daily reference value - Are used exclusively on food package
labels; are based on a 2000 calorie diet; Are applicable to
adults and children 4 years or older
Which of the following nutrients do not supply energy? -
Vitamins
Fats and some vitamins must first enter the _______________
before they find their way into the blood - Lymphatic Vessels
A calorie is a measure of ______ in food - Energy
Minerals are: - Essential nutrients and provide 0 calories
Which organ produces enzymes to digest energy providing
nutrients? - Pancreas
The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and
MyPlate is to encourage people to do all of the following
except - Stop eating carbohydrates
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are used for: - Dietary
Analysis
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans - provide essential
advice for how to eat healthfully and reduce the risk of
chronic diseases
What percent of calories come from total fat in the
sunflowerseeds? - 0.81
, Which source of nutrition information is the least trustworthy?
- Internet
Moderation is one of the characteristics of a sound diet. It
means - Limit the intake of solid fats, cholesterol, added
sugars, added sodium, refined grains, alcohol
An individual eats chicken regularly but not other sources of
protein. What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?
- Variety
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Dietary
Reference Intakes (DRIs)? - They are specific for age groups,
they are established for each gender
The RDI for iron is 18 mg. How many mg of iron are
provided per serving by the sunflower seeds? - 1.44
Which of the following organs does not contribute to the
digestion of food? - Kidney
What is the process of taking food or other substances into
the body via the mouth? - Ingestion
The most abundant ingredient in the sunflower seeds is: -
Sunflower seeds
Which organ absorbs water and some minerals and vitamins,
while also passing waste material to its lower portion? -
Large Intestine
A healthy diet will include which of the following components?
- Moderation, Balance, adequacy, Variety
Live beneficial bacteria that help restore or maintain a healthy
balance of good bacteria in the gut are called: - Probiotics
1 CHAPTERS 1-3
Daily reference value - Are used exclusively on food package
labels; are based on a 2000 calorie diet; Are applicable to
adults and children 4 years or older
Which of the following nutrients do not supply energy? -
Vitamins
Fats and some vitamins must first enter the _______________
before they find their way into the blood - Lymphatic Vessels
A calorie is a measure of ______ in food - Energy
Minerals are: - Essential nutrients and provide 0 calories
Which organ produces enzymes to digest energy providing
nutrients? - Pancreas
The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and
MyPlate is to encourage people to do all of the following
except - Stop eating carbohydrates
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are used for: - Dietary
Analysis
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans - provide essential
advice for how to eat healthfully and reduce the risk of
chronic diseases
What percent of calories come from total fat in the
sunflowerseeds? - 0.81
, Which source of nutrition information is the least trustworthy?
- Internet
Moderation is one of the characteristics of a sound diet. It
means - Limit the intake of solid fats, cholesterol, added
sugars, added sodium, refined grains, alcohol
An individual eats chicken regularly but not other sources of
protein. What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?
- Variety
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Dietary
Reference Intakes (DRIs)? - They are specific for age groups,
they are established for each gender
The RDI for iron is 18 mg. How many mg of iron are
provided per serving by the sunflower seeds? - 1.44
Which of the following organs does not contribute to the
digestion of food? - Kidney
What is the process of taking food or other substances into
the body via the mouth? - Ingestion
The most abundant ingredient in the sunflower seeds is: -
Sunflower seeds
Which organ absorbs water and some minerals and vitamins,
while also passing waste material to its lower portion? -
Large Intestine
A healthy diet will include which of the following components?
- Moderation, Balance, adequacy, Variety
Live beneficial bacteria that help restore or maintain a healthy
balance of good bacteria in the gut are called: - Probiotics
