Nutr 100 final prep questions and answers 2025\2026
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Which nutrient yields energy and also provides materials that form structures and
working parts of body tissues?
a.minerals
b.water
c.vitamins
d.proteins ANS>> D
Three ounces of beef stew offers about the same amount of iron as three ounces
of water-packed tuna, but the beef contains over 300 Calories while the tuna
contains about 100 Calories. What is the term for this difference?
a.nutrient density
b.dietary variety
c.balance
d.moderation ANS>> a
A good diet alone will prevent an individual from getting heart disease.
a.False
,b.True ANS>> a
A certain amount of fibre in foods contributes to the health of the digestive tract, bu
too much fibre leads to nutrient losses. What is the term for the characteristic of
diet planning that takes this fact into account?
a.adequacy
b.moderation
c.Calorie control
d.balance ANS>> b
Which measurement unit do food scientists use to measure food energy?
a.kilograms
b.units of mass
c.grams
d.kilocalories ANS>> d
Which term is given to the characteristic that suggests a monotonous diet may
deliver large amounts of toxins or contaminants to the body?
a.adequacy
,b.moderation
c.variety
d.balance ANS>> c
Which statement best defines an "essential" nutrient?
a.It can be manufactured by the body from raw materials.
b.It is necessary for good health and proper functioning of the body.
c.It can be manufactured by the body itself.
d.It can be obtained only from the diet. ANS>> d
How is the joy of eating physically beneficial to the body?
a.creates a strong self-image and belief in one's abilities
b.increases muscle strength and endurance
c.enhances cardiovascular endurance
d.triggers positive changes in the nervous, hormonal, and immune systems ANS>>
d
You see a new finding about nutrition reported in your local newspaper. What is
your most prudent response to information from this source?
, a.You decide that the information is factual.
b.You attribute it to media sensationalism.
c.You feel confident about changing your diet accordingly.
d.You wait until there are confirmed results to apply the finding. ANS>> d
Epidemiology
a.
Is the study of chronic (lifestyle based) diseases
b.Is the study of infectious diseases
c.Is the study of nutritional deficiencies in populations
d.Is the study of nutritional diseases
e.Is the study of health and disease in populations ANS>> e
According to Canada's Food Guide, which of the following food items should fill
half of your plate at meals?
a.tofu and nuts
update
Which nutrient yields energy and also provides materials that form structures and
working parts of body tissues?
a.minerals
b.water
c.vitamins
d.proteins ANS>> D
Three ounces of beef stew offers about the same amount of iron as three ounces
of water-packed tuna, but the beef contains over 300 Calories while the tuna
contains about 100 Calories. What is the term for this difference?
a.nutrient density
b.dietary variety
c.balance
d.moderation ANS>> a
A good diet alone will prevent an individual from getting heart disease.
a.False
,b.True ANS>> a
A certain amount of fibre in foods contributes to the health of the digestive tract, bu
too much fibre leads to nutrient losses. What is the term for the characteristic of
diet planning that takes this fact into account?
a.adequacy
b.moderation
c.Calorie control
d.balance ANS>> b
Which measurement unit do food scientists use to measure food energy?
a.kilograms
b.units of mass
c.grams
d.kilocalories ANS>> d
Which term is given to the characteristic that suggests a monotonous diet may
deliver large amounts of toxins or contaminants to the body?
a.adequacy
,b.moderation
c.variety
d.balance ANS>> c
Which statement best defines an "essential" nutrient?
a.It can be manufactured by the body from raw materials.
b.It is necessary for good health and proper functioning of the body.
c.It can be manufactured by the body itself.
d.It can be obtained only from the diet. ANS>> d
How is the joy of eating physically beneficial to the body?
a.creates a strong self-image and belief in one's abilities
b.increases muscle strength and endurance
c.enhances cardiovascular endurance
d.triggers positive changes in the nervous, hormonal, and immune systems ANS>>
d
You see a new finding about nutrition reported in your local newspaper. What is
your most prudent response to information from this source?
, a.You decide that the information is factual.
b.You attribute it to media sensationalism.
c.You feel confident about changing your diet accordingly.
d.You wait until there are confirmed results to apply the finding. ANS>> d
Epidemiology
a.
Is the study of chronic (lifestyle based) diseases
b.Is the study of infectious diseases
c.Is the study of nutritional deficiencies in populations
d.Is the study of nutritional diseases
e.Is the study of health and disease in populations ANS>> e
According to Canada's Food Guide, which of the following food items should fill
half of your plate at meals?
a.tofu and nuts
