Intro to Nutrition Exam 1 test
questions with correct answers
AI adequate intake - CORRECT ANSWER-recommended average daily nutrient intake level based on observed estimates of
nutrient intake by a group of healthy people
AMDR acceptable macronutrient distribution range - CORRECT ANSWER-range of macronutrient intakes that provides
adequate levels of essential nutrients and is associated with a reduced risk for chronic disease
CDC centers for disease control and prevention - CORRECT ANSWER-leading federal agency in the US that protects health
and safety of people. It's mission is to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, an d
disability
Define chime: - CORRECT ANSWER-semifluid mass consisting partially digested food, water & gastric juices
Define denature: - CORRECT ANSWER-action of the unfolding of protein in the stomach (must happen before digestion)
Define empty calories: - CORRECT ANSWER-term used by USDA to indicate calories from solid fats and/or added sugars
Define hormones: - CORRECT ANSWER-• Chemicals produced in specialized glands that travel in the bloodstream to target
organs in other parts of the body
Define metabolism: - CORRECT ANSWER-the process by which large molecules, like carbs, fats, and proteins, are broken
down via chemical reactions into smaller molecules that can be used as fuel
Define nutrient density: - CORRECT ANSWER-relative amount of nutrients per amount of energy (number of calories)
Define peristalsis: - CORRECT ANSWER-waves of squeezing & pushing contractions that move food in one direction through
the length of GI tract
Define peristalsis: - CORRECT ANSWER-waves of squeezing and pushing contractions that move food in one direction
through the length of the GI tract
Define satiety: - CORRECT ANSWER-feeling of being full
Define wellness: - CORRECT ANSWER-a multidimensional, lifelong process that includes physical, emotional, social,
occupational, and spiritual health.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 emphasize 3 major goals for Americans: - CORRECT ANSWER-Balance calories with
physical activity to manage weight
Consume more of certain foods and nutrients such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, and
seafood
Consume fewer foods with sodium, saturated fats, trans fate, cholesterol, added sugars, and refined grains
Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for energy and macronutrients: - CORRECT ANSWER-EER - estimated energy requirement
AMDR - acceptable macronutrient distribution range
questions with correct answers
AI adequate intake - CORRECT ANSWER-recommended average daily nutrient intake level based on observed estimates of
nutrient intake by a group of healthy people
AMDR acceptable macronutrient distribution range - CORRECT ANSWER-range of macronutrient intakes that provides
adequate levels of essential nutrients and is associated with a reduced risk for chronic disease
CDC centers for disease control and prevention - CORRECT ANSWER-leading federal agency in the US that protects health
and safety of people. It's mission is to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, an d
disability
Define chime: - CORRECT ANSWER-semifluid mass consisting partially digested food, water & gastric juices
Define denature: - CORRECT ANSWER-action of the unfolding of protein in the stomach (must happen before digestion)
Define empty calories: - CORRECT ANSWER-term used by USDA to indicate calories from solid fats and/or added sugars
Define hormones: - CORRECT ANSWER-• Chemicals produced in specialized glands that travel in the bloodstream to target
organs in other parts of the body
Define metabolism: - CORRECT ANSWER-the process by which large molecules, like carbs, fats, and proteins, are broken
down via chemical reactions into smaller molecules that can be used as fuel
Define nutrient density: - CORRECT ANSWER-relative amount of nutrients per amount of energy (number of calories)
Define peristalsis: - CORRECT ANSWER-waves of squeezing & pushing contractions that move food in one direction through
the length of GI tract
Define peristalsis: - CORRECT ANSWER-waves of squeezing and pushing contractions that move food in one direction
through the length of the GI tract
Define satiety: - CORRECT ANSWER-feeling of being full
Define wellness: - CORRECT ANSWER-a multidimensional, lifelong process that includes physical, emotional, social,
occupational, and spiritual health.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 emphasize 3 major goals for Americans: - CORRECT ANSWER-Balance calories with
physical activity to manage weight
Consume more of certain foods and nutrients such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, and
seafood
Consume fewer foods with sodium, saturated fats, trans fate, cholesterol, added sugars, and refined grains
Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for energy and macronutrients: - CORRECT ANSWER-EER - estimated energy requirement
AMDR - acceptable macronutrient distribution range
