NTP EXAM UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Epigenetics - CORRECT ANSWER - the study of how our environment and behaviors can
influence how, where, and when a gene is switched on/off
Nutritional Therapy - CORRECT ANSWER - an approach to wellness that focuses on
using nutrition and lifestyle choices to optimize health
The Foundations of Health - CORRECT ANSWER - At the root of both health and
disease:
Nutrient Dense Diet
Sleep
Stress
Digestion
Blood Sugar Regulation
innate wisdom - CORRECT ANSWER - internal force that drives us to survive and thrive;
communication from the body about what it needs or doesn't need
three sisters farming - CORRECT ANSWER - Native American method of planting corn,
beans, and squash together
bio-individuality - CORRECT ANSWER - every person is unique & has specific
nutritional needs to function at their best; multiple factors shape this
how did the colonists' arrival impact the traditional food system? - CORRECT ANSWER -
- natives displaced from their land & disconnected from their traditional food systems
- colonists not equipped/motivated to grow food — many starved
,- brought domesticated animals and Old World seeds
- cattle and pigs destroyed indigenous plants and soil
- cash crops (for profit) meant that agriculture became a path to profit rather than nourishment
how did enslaved peoples impact the food system? - CORRECT ANSWER - - kept their
food tradition as alive
- brought foods and traditions from their homelands
- influenced regional cuisines (still endure today)
what were the impacts of industrialization & urbanization? - CORRECT ANSWER --
longer work hours that no longer followed pattern of the sun
- quick breakfasts
- packaged/purchased lunches
- dinner main meal of day
- increased dependence on convenience foods
- hunger cues no longer honored
DDT - CORRECT ANSWER - an insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans;
bioaccumulates and is hard to break down and excrete
chlorpyrifos - CORRECT ANSWER - an organophosphate insecticide commonly used in
agriculture; evidence that it causes neurodevelopmental issues in children; banned in 2022 but
can still be used for non-food applications
aldicarb - CORRECT ANSWER - pesticide used on crops; possible teratogen; can cause
respiratory problems, nausea, headaches
what are modern animal husbandry practices like? - CORRECT ANSWER - - animals
don't get access to pastures and their preferred foods
- indoors
,- crowded spaces
- unsanitary conditions
- fed corn (abundant and cheap)
- become sick due to unnatural food sources and then need antibiotics
- all of this lowers the meat quality
modern food trend - CORRECT ANSWER - - reliance on external sources to discern what
food choices are best
- disconnected from innate wisdom
- energy-dense, nutrient poor foods
- low-fat, low-carb
- belief that a reduction of a food component is the path to health
- physiological & psychological relationships with food have been damaged
hyper-palatable foods - CORRECT ANSWER - foods designed to maximize rewarding
properties during consumption; lots of sugar and fat; contain palatability-inducing combinations
not found in nature
what are some things that can affect gene expression? - CORRECT ANSWER - - diet
- age
- stress
- toxins
- smoking
- environment
- lifestyle
Impacts of Industrial Revolution - CORRECT ANSWER - - ppl moved to cities -> further
away from where foods are grown (need for preservatives)
- longer workdays -> ignore huger cues
, - more sedentary/less physical labor
fermentation - CORRECT ANSWER - transformative action of microorganisms; helps
food last longer and discourages growth of harmful microbes; also increases nutrient intake and
adds flavor
phytic acid - CORRECT ANSWER - storage form of phosphorus; binds to minerals (iron,
zinc, mg) so we can't absorb them
lectins - CORRECT ANSWER - carbohydrate binding proteins; may bind to cells in
digestive tract and cause issues
soaking - CORRECT ANSWER - submerging ingredients in slightly acidic warm water to
break down compounds for better nutrient absorption; also helps to reduce cooking time
souring - CORRECT ANSWER - form of fermentation commonly used for preparing
grains
sprouting - CORRECT ANSWER - human-initiated germination; increases phytase
activity and level and bioavailability of certain vitamins & minerals
food security - CORRECT ANSWER - having access to enough food for an active,
healthy life
nutrition security - CORRECT ANSWER - consistent access, availability, and
affordability of foods and beverages that promote well-being, prevent disease, and, if needed,
treat disease
food deserts - CORRECT ANSWER - Areas where it is difficult to find affordable,
healthy food options
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Epigenetics - CORRECT ANSWER - the study of how our environment and behaviors can
influence how, where, and when a gene is switched on/off
Nutritional Therapy - CORRECT ANSWER - an approach to wellness that focuses on
using nutrition and lifestyle choices to optimize health
The Foundations of Health - CORRECT ANSWER - At the root of both health and
disease:
Nutrient Dense Diet
Sleep
Stress
Digestion
Blood Sugar Regulation
innate wisdom - CORRECT ANSWER - internal force that drives us to survive and thrive;
communication from the body about what it needs or doesn't need
three sisters farming - CORRECT ANSWER - Native American method of planting corn,
beans, and squash together
bio-individuality - CORRECT ANSWER - every person is unique & has specific
nutritional needs to function at their best; multiple factors shape this
how did the colonists' arrival impact the traditional food system? - CORRECT ANSWER -
- natives displaced from their land & disconnected from their traditional food systems
- colonists not equipped/motivated to grow food — many starved
,- brought domesticated animals and Old World seeds
- cattle and pigs destroyed indigenous plants and soil
- cash crops (for profit) meant that agriculture became a path to profit rather than nourishment
how did enslaved peoples impact the food system? - CORRECT ANSWER - - kept their
food tradition as alive
- brought foods and traditions from their homelands
- influenced regional cuisines (still endure today)
what were the impacts of industrialization & urbanization? - CORRECT ANSWER --
longer work hours that no longer followed pattern of the sun
- quick breakfasts
- packaged/purchased lunches
- dinner main meal of day
- increased dependence on convenience foods
- hunger cues no longer honored
DDT - CORRECT ANSWER - an insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans;
bioaccumulates and is hard to break down and excrete
chlorpyrifos - CORRECT ANSWER - an organophosphate insecticide commonly used in
agriculture; evidence that it causes neurodevelopmental issues in children; banned in 2022 but
can still be used for non-food applications
aldicarb - CORRECT ANSWER - pesticide used on crops; possible teratogen; can cause
respiratory problems, nausea, headaches
what are modern animal husbandry practices like? - CORRECT ANSWER - - animals
don't get access to pastures and their preferred foods
- indoors
,- crowded spaces
- unsanitary conditions
- fed corn (abundant and cheap)
- become sick due to unnatural food sources and then need antibiotics
- all of this lowers the meat quality
modern food trend - CORRECT ANSWER - - reliance on external sources to discern what
food choices are best
- disconnected from innate wisdom
- energy-dense, nutrient poor foods
- low-fat, low-carb
- belief that a reduction of a food component is the path to health
- physiological & psychological relationships with food have been damaged
hyper-palatable foods - CORRECT ANSWER - foods designed to maximize rewarding
properties during consumption; lots of sugar and fat; contain palatability-inducing combinations
not found in nature
what are some things that can affect gene expression? - CORRECT ANSWER - - diet
- age
- stress
- toxins
- smoking
- environment
- lifestyle
Impacts of Industrial Revolution - CORRECT ANSWER - - ppl moved to cities -> further
away from where foods are grown (need for preservatives)
- longer workdays -> ignore huger cues
, - more sedentary/less physical labor
fermentation - CORRECT ANSWER - transformative action of microorganisms; helps
food last longer and discourages growth of harmful microbes; also increases nutrient intake and
adds flavor
phytic acid - CORRECT ANSWER - storage form of phosphorus; binds to minerals (iron,
zinc, mg) so we can't absorb them
lectins - CORRECT ANSWER - carbohydrate binding proteins; may bind to cells in
digestive tract and cause issues
soaking - CORRECT ANSWER - submerging ingredients in slightly acidic warm water to
break down compounds for better nutrient absorption; also helps to reduce cooking time
souring - CORRECT ANSWER - form of fermentation commonly used for preparing
grains
sprouting - CORRECT ANSWER - human-initiated germination; increases phytase
activity and level and bioavailability of certain vitamins & minerals
food security - CORRECT ANSWER - having access to enough food for an active,
healthy life
nutrition security - CORRECT ANSWER - consistent access, availability, and
affordability of foods and beverages that promote well-being, prevent disease, and, if needed,
treat disease
food deserts - CORRECT ANSWER - Areas where it is difficult to find affordable,
healthy food options
