Principles of Nutrition Final Exam Questions and
Answers.
The compound that supplies energy but cannot promote growth or repair. - Correct
Answer Alcohol
The red flags that can help you to identify questionable nutrition claims. - Correct Answer -
Promoter claims that the medical establishment is against him or her and the govt. won't
accept this new "alternative" treatment.
-The promoter uses testimonials and anecdotes from satisfied customers to support
claim.
-Uses a computer-scored questionnaire for diagnosing "nutrient" deficiencies.
-Claims product will make weight loss easy.
-Promises the product is made with a "secret formula"
Five of the leading causes of death that have been linked to dietary intake. - Correct
Answer Heart disease
Cancer
Stroke
Diabetes
Hypertension
The six classes of nutrients, which ones provide energy (calories), and how many calories
they provide per gram.** - Correct Answer Carbohydrate 4 cal/gm
Protein 4 cal/gram
Fat 9 cal/gram
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
The four factors that work together to determine a person's likelihood of suffering from a
degenerative disease.** - Correct Answer Heredity (genetics)
Environment
Social factors
Lifestyle (behavior)
, Which nutrients provide energy? - Correct Answer Carbohydrate
Fat
Protein
Which nutrients do not provide energy? - Correct Answer Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Facts about the DRI: - Correct Answer -Based on the latest scientific evidence from the
National Academy of Sciences
-For healthy people
-Separate recommendations for genders and age groups
-Used to evaluate diets for groups
How the RDA is set for vitamins and minerals: - Correct Answer Covers nutrient needs of
98% of the population
The DRI for physical activity to reduce the risk of chronic disease: - Correct Answer 2
hours and 30 minutes each week
The DRI for energy nutrients - Correct Answer Carbohydrates 45-65%
Fats 20-35%
Protein 10-35%
Equivalents of Grains:** - Correct Answer 1 oz. is about 1 slice of bread, about 1 cup of
breakfast cereal or 1/2 cup of cooked rice, cereal, or pasta.
Equivalents of Dairy Products:** - Correct Answer 1 cup= 1 1/2 oz. natural cheese, or 2 oz.
processed cheese.
Equivalents of Protein Foods:** - Correct Answer 1 oz.= 1 oz. meat, poultry, or fish; 1/4
cup cooked dry beans; 1 egg; 1 tbsp peanut butter; 1/2 oz. nuts/seeds.
The body systems for which carbohydrates are the preferred energy source. - Correct
Answer Brain
Answers.
The compound that supplies energy but cannot promote growth or repair. - Correct
Answer Alcohol
The red flags that can help you to identify questionable nutrition claims. - Correct Answer -
Promoter claims that the medical establishment is against him or her and the govt. won't
accept this new "alternative" treatment.
-The promoter uses testimonials and anecdotes from satisfied customers to support
claim.
-Uses a computer-scored questionnaire for diagnosing "nutrient" deficiencies.
-Claims product will make weight loss easy.
-Promises the product is made with a "secret formula"
Five of the leading causes of death that have been linked to dietary intake. - Correct
Answer Heart disease
Cancer
Stroke
Diabetes
Hypertension
The six classes of nutrients, which ones provide energy (calories), and how many calories
they provide per gram.** - Correct Answer Carbohydrate 4 cal/gm
Protein 4 cal/gram
Fat 9 cal/gram
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
The four factors that work together to determine a person's likelihood of suffering from a
degenerative disease.** - Correct Answer Heredity (genetics)
Environment
Social factors
Lifestyle (behavior)
, Which nutrients provide energy? - Correct Answer Carbohydrate
Fat
Protein
Which nutrients do not provide energy? - Correct Answer Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Facts about the DRI: - Correct Answer -Based on the latest scientific evidence from the
National Academy of Sciences
-For healthy people
-Separate recommendations for genders and age groups
-Used to evaluate diets for groups
How the RDA is set for vitamins and minerals: - Correct Answer Covers nutrient needs of
98% of the population
The DRI for physical activity to reduce the risk of chronic disease: - Correct Answer 2
hours and 30 minutes each week
The DRI for energy nutrients - Correct Answer Carbohydrates 45-65%
Fats 20-35%
Protein 10-35%
Equivalents of Grains:** - Correct Answer 1 oz. is about 1 slice of bread, about 1 cup of
breakfast cereal or 1/2 cup of cooked rice, cereal, or pasta.
Equivalents of Dairy Products:** - Correct Answer 1 cup= 1 1/2 oz. natural cheese, or 2 oz.
processed cheese.
Equivalents of Protein Foods:** - Correct Answer 1 oz.= 1 oz. meat, poultry, or fish; 1/4
cup cooked dry beans; 1 egg; 1 tbsp peanut butter; 1/2 oz. nuts/seeds.
The body systems for which carbohydrates are the preferred energy source. - Correct
Answer Brain
