Test Bank for The Science of Nutrition Canadian 1st Edition by Thompson.

Test Bank for The
Science of
Nutrition
Canadian 1st
Edition by
Thompson

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© 2014 Pearson Canada Inc.

, The Science of Nutrition, Cdn. Ed. (Thompson)
Chapter 1 The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

1) Which of the following BEST describes nutrition?
A) the science of growing healthy foods
B) the science of food and how food nourishes our bodies and influences health
C) an ancient science that dates back to the fourteenth century
D) the science of food and food processing
Answer: B
Type: MC
Topic: What is the Science of Nutrition and How Did It Evolve?
Skill: Remember/Understand

2) Which BEST defines chronic disease?
A) a disease that comes on slowly and can persist for years
B) a condition that has a rapid onset and is easily cured
C) a disease caused by a microorganism
D) a disease that affects only elderly people
Answer: A
Type: MC
Topic: How Does Nutrition Contribute to Health?
Skill: Remember/Understand

3) Which of the following is considered the primary link between poor nutrition and chronic
disease in Canada?
A) lack of vitamins and minerals
B) excessive alcohol intake
C) obesity
D) underweight
Answer: C
Type: MC
Topic: How Does Nutrition Contribute to Health?
Skill: Remember/Understand

4) Which of the following is a goal of the Integrated Pan-Canadian Healthy Living Strategy?
A) develop Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)
B) promote health disparities
C) improve overall health outcomes
D) regulate health care spending
Answer: C
Type: MC
Topic: How Does Nutrition Contribute to Health?
Skill: Remember/Understand




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