Heco 1322 LSCPA Exam 1 Nutrition Questions With
Complete Solutions
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR).
Correct Answers ranges of intakes for the energy-yielding
nutrients that (fats, carbs, and protein) provide adequate energy
and nutrients and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
adequate intake (AI) Correct Answers nutrient intake goals for
individuals; whenever scientific data are insufficient to allow
establishment of an RDA value
adipose tissue Correct Answers the body's fat, which consists
of masses of fat-storing cells called adipose cells.
age Correct Answers infants depend on others
children will avoid tastes and textures that they dislike
adults choose food based on health concerns and body image
associations Correct Answers foods you eat when sick (chicken
noodle soup, jello, popsicles.) holidays or foods with negative
memories
availability, convenience & economy Correct Answers do you
have transportation, enough money, microwavable,. fast foods,
lifestyle.
bioactive food components Correct Answers -phytochemicals
and nutrients—that may reduce the risk of cancer. compounds in
foods (either nutrients or phytochemicals) that alter
physiological processes in the body.
,body can store how much fat? Correct Answers unlimited
body image Correct Answers Hollywood often portrays
unrealistic ideal body images. Image Sometimes people select
certain foods and supplements that they believe will improve
their physical appearance and avoid those they believe might be
detrimental.
calculating kcalories Correct Answers To calculate the energy
available from a food, multiply the number of grams of
carbohydrate, protein, and fat by 4, 4, and 9, respectively. Then
add the results together.
can sugar effect behavior Correct Answers can cause nutrient
deficiencies
foods high in sugar often very low in nutrients
Carbohydrates Correct Answers energy nutrients composed of
monosaccharides
carbo= Carbon
hydrate= water
preferred energy source for most of the body functions
carbohydrates should be up to? Correct Answers 45 to 65
percent of energy requirements
cultural competency Correct Answers an awareness and
acceptance of one's own and others' cultures, combined with the
skills needed to interact effectively with people of diverse
cultures.
, daily values Correct Answers set of nutrient standards created
by the FDA for use on food labels.
are established for adults and children 4 years and older
Dietary reference intake (DRI) Correct Answers task. Nutrition
experts have produced a set of standards that define the amounts
of energy, nutrients, other dietary components, and physical
activity that best support health.
Disaccharide Correct Answers double sugars
does sugar cause caries? Correct Answers YES
all carbohydrate containing foods can produce bacteria growth
in mouth
depends on
length of time food in mouth
how sticky food is, how often eaten, if teeth are brushed after
does sugar intake and obesity effect each other? Correct
Answers supportive role shown BUT no definite cause and
effect relationship proven
physical activities seem to decline as sugar consumption
increase
emotional state Correct Answers Some people cannot eat when
they are emotionally upset. Others may eat in response to a
variety of emotional stimuli—for example, to relieve boredom
or depression or to calm anxiety. A depressed person may
choose to eat rather than to call a friend.
Complete Solutions
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR).
Correct Answers ranges of intakes for the energy-yielding
nutrients that (fats, carbs, and protein) provide adequate energy
and nutrients and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
adequate intake (AI) Correct Answers nutrient intake goals for
individuals; whenever scientific data are insufficient to allow
establishment of an RDA value
adipose tissue Correct Answers the body's fat, which consists
of masses of fat-storing cells called adipose cells.
age Correct Answers infants depend on others
children will avoid tastes and textures that they dislike
adults choose food based on health concerns and body image
associations Correct Answers foods you eat when sick (chicken
noodle soup, jello, popsicles.) holidays or foods with negative
memories
availability, convenience & economy Correct Answers do you
have transportation, enough money, microwavable,. fast foods,
lifestyle.
bioactive food components Correct Answers -phytochemicals
and nutrients—that may reduce the risk of cancer. compounds in
foods (either nutrients or phytochemicals) that alter
physiological processes in the body.
,body can store how much fat? Correct Answers unlimited
body image Correct Answers Hollywood often portrays
unrealistic ideal body images. Image Sometimes people select
certain foods and supplements that they believe will improve
their physical appearance and avoid those they believe might be
detrimental.
calculating kcalories Correct Answers To calculate the energy
available from a food, multiply the number of grams of
carbohydrate, protein, and fat by 4, 4, and 9, respectively. Then
add the results together.
can sugar effect behavior Correct Answers can cause nutrient
deficiencies
foods high in sugar often very low in nutrients
Carbohydrates Correct Answers energy nutrients composed of
monosaccharides
carbo= Carbon
hydrate= water
preferred energy source for most of the body functions
carbohydrates should be up to? Correct Answers 45 to 65
percent of energy requirements
cultural competency Correct Answers an awareness and
acceptance of one's own and others' cultures, combined with the
skills needed to interact effectively with people of diverse
cultures.
, daily values Correct Answers set of nutrient standards created
by the FDA for use on food labels.
are established for adults and children 4 years and older
Dietary reference intake (DRI) Correct Answers task. Nutrition
experts have produced a set of standards that define the amounts
of energy, nutrients, other dietary components, and physical
activity that best support health.
Disaccharide Correct Answers double sugars
does sugar cause caries? Correct Answers YES
all carbohydrate containing foods can produce bacteria growth
in mouth
depends on
length of time food in mouth
how sticky food is, how often eaten, if teeth are brushed after
does sugar intake and obesity effect each other? Correct
Answers supportive role shown BUT no definite cause and
effect relationship proven
physical activities seem to decline as sugar consumption
increase
emotional state Correct Answers Some people cannot eat when
they are emotionally upset. Others may eat in response to a
variety of emotional stimuli—for example, to relieve boredom
or depression or to calm anxiety. A depressed person may
choose to eat rather than to call a friend.
