NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
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 - (answer)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 - (answer)a
A good diet alone will prevent an individual from getting heart disease.
a.False
b.True - (answer)a
A certain amount of fibre in foods contributes to the health of the digestive tract, but 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 - (answer)b
Which measurement unit do food scientists use to measure food energy?
,NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
a.kilograms
b.units of mass
c.grams
d.kilocalories - (answer)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 - (answer)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. - (answer)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 - (answer)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.
,NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
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. - (answer)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 - (answer)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
b.whole wheat pasta
c.wild rice
d.mixed peas and carrots - (answer)d
Which phytochemical has been attributed to lower rates of osteoporosis and heart disease in Asian
people living in Asia?
a.lycopene
b.carotenoid
c.flavonoid
, NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
d.phytoestrogen - (answer)d
As a result of the basic assumptions made by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) committee, the DRI
recommendations would apply to which of the following individuals?
a.Cindy, a 21-year-old university student
b.Robert, a 20-year-old with cystic fibrosis
c.Harry, a 35-year-old businessman with type 1 diabetes
d.Joanne, a 35-year-old woman who smokes and is a vegetarian - (answer)a
When you drill down into Canada's Food Guide, which recommendation is made regarding fats and oils?
a.Choose hard margarines over soft margarines.
b.Limit consumption of butter, lard, and shortening.
c.Include 45-60 mL added fat in the diet daily.
d.Use vegetable oils such as coconut and palm kernel. - (answer)b
Probiotic refers to
a.Any functional food
b.The bacteria found in yogurt used to ferment the milk
c.Live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits when consumed
d.Phytochemicals added to enhance the health effect of a food - (answer)c
Which statement best describes Estimated Energy Requirements (EER)?
a.Small amounts of excessive energy consumed daily are of little significance to the body.
b.The value is predicted to maintain body weight for healthy adults.
c.The UL for energy is set at 2,000 Calories per day.
d.It provides a generous amount of Calories for healthy individuals to consume each day. - (answer)b
ALREADY GRADED A+
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 - (answer)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 - (answer)a
A good diet alone will prevent an individual from getting heart disease.
a.False
b.True - (answer)a
A certain amount of fibre in foods contributes to the health of the digestive tract, but 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 - (answer)b
Which measurement unit do food scientists use to measure food energy?
,NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
a.kilograms
b.units of mass
c.grams
d.kilocalories - (answer)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 - (answer)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. - (answer)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 - (answer)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.
,NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
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. - (answer)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 - (answer)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
b.whole wheat pasta
c.wild rice
d.mixed peas and carrots - (answer)d
Which phytochemical has been attributed to lower rates of osteoporosis and heart disease in Asian
people living in Asia?
a.lycopene
b.carotenoid
c.flavonoid
, NUTR 100 FINAL PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS!!!
ALREADY GRADED A+
d.phytoestrogen - (answer)d
As a result of the basic assumptions made by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) committee, the DRI
recommendations would apply to which of the following individuals?
a.Cindy, a 21-year-old university student
b.Robert, a 20-year-old with cystic fibrosis
c.Harry, a 35-year-old businessman with type 1 diabetes
d.Joanne, a 35-year-old woman who smokes and is a vegetarian - (answer)a
When you drill down into Canada's Food Guide, which recommendation is made regarding fats and oils?
a.Choose hard margarines over soft margarines.
b.Limit consumption of butter, lard, and shortening.
c.Include 45-60 mL added fat in the diet daily.
d.Use vegetable oils such as coconut and palm kernel. - (answer)b
Probiotic refers to
a.Any functional food
b.The bacteria found in yogurt used to ferment the milk
c.Live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits when consumed
d.Phytochemicals added to enhance the health effect of a food - (answer)c
Which statement best describes Estimated Energy Requirements (EER)?
a.Small amounts of excessive energy consumed daily are of little significance to the body.
b.The value is predicted to maintain body weight for healthy adults.
c.The UL for energy is set at 2,000 Calories per day.
d.It provides a generous amount of Calories for healthy individuals to consume each day. - (answer)b
