NUT 150 Guide Questions With Complete Solutions

Foods high in _____ fatty acids may help to prevent certain diseases correct answer: Unsaturated One group of individuals is asked to eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables and dairy foods while a second group of individuals is asked to eat a diet with lower amounts of fruits, vegetables and dairy foods. The two groups' blood pressure readings are monitored and compared. This is an example of correct answer: Intervention Study According to your book, what are the top 3 causes of death (all 3 are nutrition related) correct answer: Stroke, heart attack, cancer What does RDA stand for and what does DRI stand for, which came first? correct answer: RDA, came first= recommended daily allowance DRI= daily required intake To manage weight and prevent unhealthy weight gain, the MyPyramid guide recommends how much exercise? correct answer: 60 minutes most days of the week purpose of ULs correct answer: Helps individuals prevent nutrient toxicities Where do DRI's come from? correct answer: USDA (dept of agriculture) Health and Human services How many servings does my pyramid recommend of meat/beans? correct answer: 5.5 oz gd How many servings does my pyramid recommend of veggies? correct answer: 2.5 cups How is the order in which ingredients are listed on a food label determined? correct answer: By contribution to total weight Where in the body is Bolus is mixed with acid secretions to form chyme; starch digestion stops and protein digestion begins with pepsin (and in infants, , rennin); acidic secretions kill bacteria in food. correct answer: Stomach How much time does food spend in the Stomach? Small intestine? Large Intestine? correct answer: Stomach: 4-5 hours Small intestine: 6-8 hours Large intestine: 24-48 hours Nutrients classified as "organic molecules" have a molecular structure which contains the element correct answer: Carbon The stomach wall is protected from the acidity of the gastric juice by correct answer: viscous mucosal layer Which structure prevents food from entering the trachea? correct answer: epiglottis Joe Shmoe consumed 2400 calories, and 200 carbs, how