ISSA Unit 19 Nutritional Science
questions and answers with solutions
Which of the following is not a form of carbohydrates found in the diet? - ANSWER Insulin
Animal-based fats contain a higher ratio of unsaturated fats than plant-based oils. - ANSWER
False
Which of the following chemical component(s) does protein contain that is not found in
carbohydrates or fats? - ANSWER Nitrogen
What is the recommended minimum protein intake for sedentary, generally healthy individuals?
- ANSWER 0.8g per kilogram of body mass
Which of the following is an example of a micronutrient? - ANSWER Vitamin C
While having too little water relative to other solutes is bad, having too much water can also
have severe consequences. - ANSWER True
For most people, drinking approximately two liters of water per day is sufficient. - ANSWER True
Fish oil is rich in: - ANSWER A and B (DHA, EPA)
questions and answers with solutions
Which of the following is not a form of carbohydrates found in the diet? - ANSWER Insulin
Animal-based fats contain a higher ratio of unsaturated fats than plant-based oils. - ANSWER
False
Which of the following chemical component(s) does protein contain that is not found in
carbohydrates or fats? - ANSWER Nitrogen
What is the recommended minimum protein intake for sedentary, generally healthy individuals?
- ANSWER 0.8g per kilogram of body mass
Which of the following is an example of a micronutrient? - ANSWER Vitamin C
While having too little water relative to other solutes is bad, having too much water can also
have severe consequences. - ANSWER True
For most people, drinking approximately two liters of water per day is sufficient. - ANSWER True
Fish oil is rich in: - ANSWER A and B (DHA, EPA)
