NANP Study Guide Sample Questions
/ a. High intake of carbohydrates in the form of fiber is characteristic for the Western
diet. - Answer-Which one of the following statements about carbohydrates is false?
a. High intake of carbohydrates in the form of fiber is characteristic for the Western diet.
b. Carbohydrates in the form of glucose serve as the most basic energy source for all
cells in the body.
c. Organic whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are good sources of carbohydrates.
d. Refined carbohydrates lack fiber and many other beneficial nutrients.
/.a. mitochondrial function and cellular energy production - Answer-Coenzyme Q10
plays a central role in which of the following functions?
a. mitochondrial function and cellular energy production
b. mitochondrial function and cell membrane fluidity
c. bone formation and density
d. vitamin E synthesis
/.c. 3 - Answer-The following is an ingredient label from a typical store-bought, boxed
breakfast cereal:
Puffed rice, whole grain wheat, whole grain spelt flakes, millet, almonds, sunflower
seeds, honey, raisins (sulfites), cornstarch, dextrose, high fructose corn syrup, caramel
color, niacinamide, thiamine hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folate, tocopherol.
(BHT added to package material to maintain product freshness).
How many added chemical preservatives and/or colors are listed on the cereal label?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
/.b. tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers - Answer-The Solanaceae (nightshade) food
family includes:
a. eggplant, peppers, and squashes
b. tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers
c. lemons, oranges, and grapefruits
d. broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts
/.a. cottage cheese - Answer-Which of the following dairy foods contain low levels of
lactose, and is less likely to cause adverse effects for people suffering from lactose
intolerance?
, a. cottage cheese
b. milk
c. cream cheese
d. ice cream
/.a. it is a medium-chain fatty acid - Answer-Which one of the following statements
about butyric acid is false?
a. it is a medium-chain fatty acid
b. it is highly concentrated in butter
c. it is the preferred fuel for colonocytes
d. it can be produced in the large intestine by anaerobic bacteria
/.b. animal tissue - Answer-Heme iron is found in ________________, and is absorbed
better than other iron forms.
a. plant tissue
b. animal tissue
c. synthetic supplements
d. cast iron pans
/.a. isoflavones - Answer-Many fruits and vegetables, such as onions, apples, and
oranges contain an energy promoting antioxidant called quercetin. To which category of
phytonutrients does quercetin belong?
a. isoflavones
b. anthocyanins
c. carotenoids
d. catechins
/.d. chromium - Answer-The mineral ___________ is the major component in glucose
tolerance factor.
a. magnesium
b. calcium
c. potassium
d. chromium
/.b. False - Answer-Vitamin K is a water-soluble vitamin.
a. True
b. False
/ a. High intake of carbohydrates in the form of fiber is characteristic for the Western
diet. - Answer-Which one of the following statements about carbohydrates is false?
a. High intake of carbohydrates in the form of fiber is characteristic for the Western diet.
b. Carbohydrates in the form of glucose serve as the most basic energy source for all
cells in the body.
c. Organic whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are good sources of carbohydrates.
d. Refined carbohydrates lack fiber and many other beneficial nutrients.
/.a. mitochondrial function and cellular energy production - Answer-Coenzyme Q10
plays a central role in which of the following functions?
a. mitochondrial function and cellular energy production
b. mitochondrial function and cell membrane fluidity
c. bone formation and density
d. vitamin E synthesis
/.c. 3 - Answer-The following is an ingredient label from a typical store-bought, boxed
breakfast cereal:
Puffed rice, whole grain wheat, whole grain spelt flakes, millet, almonds, sunflower
seeds, honey, raisins (sulfites), cornstarch, dextrose, high fructose corn syrup, caramel
color, niacinamide, thiamine hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folate, tocopherol.
(BHT added to package material to maintain product freshness).
How many added chemical preservatives and/or colors are listed on the cereal label?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
/.b. tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers - Answer-The Solanaceae (nightshade) food
family includes:
a. eggplant, peppers, and squashes
b. tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers
c. lemons, oranges, and grapefruits
d. broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts
/.a. cottage cheese - Answer-Which of the following dairy foods contain low levels of
lactose, and is less likely to cause adverse effects for people suffering from lactose
intolerance?
, a. cottage cheese
b. milk
c. cream cheese
d. ice cream
/.a. it is a medium-chain fatty acid - Answer-Which one of the following statements
about butyric acid is false?
a. it is a medium-chain fatty acid
b. it is highly concentrated in butter
c. it is the preferred fuel for colonocytes
d. it can be produced in the large intestine by anaerobic bacteria
/.b. animal tissue - Answer-Heme iron is found in ________________, and is absorbed
better than other iron forms.
a. plant tissue
b. animal tissue
c. synthetic supplements
d. cast iron pans
/.a. isoflavones - Answer-Many fruits and vegetables, such as onions, apples, and
oranges contain an energy promoting antioxidant called quercetin. To which category of
phytonutrients does quercetin belong?
a. isoflavones
b. anthocyanins
c. carotenoids
d. catechins
/.d. chromium - Answer-The mineral ___________ is the major component in glucose
tolerance factor.
a. magnesium
b. calcium
c. potassium
d. chromium
/.b. False - Answer-Vitamin K is a water-soluble vitamin.
a. True
b. False
