NASM FNS Final Exam Review

The two most important elements in the selection of food are - Answer- taste and texture Which of the following is true regarding the American diet? - Answer- The most popular vegetable is the potato Nutrients are defined as the chemicals - Answer- in foods that are essential for normal body functions An essential nutrient is a chemical that - Answer- must be consumed because the body cannot make it in sufficient quantity Nutrients are - Answer- substances that the body uses for energy and other functions Macronutrients are - Answer- needed in relatively large amounts by the body Which of the following substances supplies energy - Answer- protein poweders Triglycerides are - Answer- lipids As a macronutrient, protein can supply - Answer- the same amount of energy per gram as carbohydrates After an experiment or study is complete, researchers present their results to scientific journals for - Answer- peer review The term moderation as part of menu planning means: - Answer- not having too much or too little of any one type of food in the diet The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is to: - Answer- promote health and reduce the risk for chronic disease What is MyPlate? - Answer- An Internet-based educational tool used to teach healthy eating and exercise habits MyPyramid was designed to be - Answer- a personalized approach to eating healthy Tolerable upper intake levels - Answer- indicate amounts of certain nutrients that can be harmful All food labels must include - Answer- a list of ingredients in the product