NUTRITION & DIET THERAPY EXAM #
1 CHAPTERS 1-3
Daily reference value - Ans--Are used exclusively on food package labels;
are based on a 2000 calorie diet; Are applicable to adults and children 4
years or older
Which of the following nutrients do not supply energy? - Ans--Vitamins
Fats and some vitamins must first enter the _______________ before they
find their way into the blood - Ans--Lymphatic Vessels
A calorie is a measure of ______ in food - Ans--Energy
Minerals are: - Ans--Essential nutrients and provide 0 calories
Which organ produces enzymes to digest energy providing nutrients? -
Ans--Pancreas
The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate is to
encourage people to do all of the following except - Ans--Stop eating
carbohydrates
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are used for: - Ans--Dietary Analysis
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans - Ans--provide essential advice for
how to eat healthfully and reduce the risk of chronic diseases
What percent of calories come from total fat in the sunflowerseeds? - Ans--
0.81
Which source of nutrition information is the least trustworthy? - Ans--
Internet
, Moderation is one of the characteristics of a sound diet. It means - Ans--
Limit the intake of solid fats, cholesterol, added sugars, added sodium,
refined grains, alcohol
An individual eats chicken regularly but not other sources of protein. What
aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing? - Ans--Variety
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Dietary Reference
Intakes (DRIs)? - Ans--They are specific for age groups, they are
established for each gender
The RDI for iron is 18 mg. How many mg of iron are provided per serving by
the sunflower seeds? - Ans--1.44
Which of the following organs does not contribute to the digestion of food? -
Ans--Kidney
What is the process of taking food or other substances into the body via the
mouth? - Ans--Ingestion
The most abundant ingredient in the sunflower seeds is: - Ans--Sunflower
seeds
Which organ absorbs water and some minerals and vitamins, while also
passing waste material to its lower portion? - Ans--Large Intestine
A healthy diet will include which of the following components? - Ans--
Moderation, Balance, adequacy, Variety
Live beneficial bacteria that help restore or maintain a healthy balance of
good bacteria in the gut are called: - Ans--Probiotics
The digestive system includes: - Ans--Organs of the GI tract, Salivary
glands, pancreas, Liver and Gallbladder
Mike loves to eat fast food and sweets. He usually has a cheeseburger,
some french fries, and a cola for lunch. The total energy from a
1 CHAPTERS 1-3
Daily reference value - Ans--Are used exclusively on food package labels;
are based on a 2000 calorie diet; Are applicable to adults and children 4
years or older
Which of the following nutrients do not supply energy? - Ans--Vitamins
Fats and some vitamins must first enter the _______________ before they
find their way into the blood - Ans--Lymphatic Vessels
A calorie is a measure of ______ in food - Ans--Energy
Minerals are: - Ans--Essential nutrients and provide 0 calories
Which organ produces enzymes to digest energy providing nutrients? -
Ans--Pancreas
The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate is to
encourage people to do all of the following except - Ans--Stop eating
carbohydrates
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are used for: - Ans--Dietary Analysis
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans - Ans--provide essential advice for
how to eat healthfully and reduce the risk of chronic diseases
What percent of calories come from total fat in the sunflowerseeds? - Ans--
0.81
Which source of nutrition information is the least trustworthy? - Ans--
Internet
, Moderation is one of the characteristics of a sound diet. It means - Ans--
Limit the intake of solid fats, cholesterol, added sugars, added sodium,
refined grains, alcohol
An individual eats chicken regularly but not other sources of protein. What
aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing? - Ans--Variety
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Dietary Reference
Intakes (DRIs)? - Ans--They are specific for age groups, they are
established for each gender
The RDI for iron is 18 mg. How many mg of iron are provided per serving by
the sunflower seeds? - Ans--1.44
Which of the following organs does not contribute to the digestion of food? -
Ans--Kidney
What is the process of taking food or other substances into the body via the
mouth? - Ans--Ingestion
The most abundant ingredient in the sunflower seeds is: - Ans--Sunflower
seeds
Which organ absorbs water and some minerals and vitamins, while also
passing waste material to its lower portion? - Ans--Large Intestine
A healthy diet will include which of the following components? - Ans--
Moderation, Balance, adequacy, Variety
Live beneficial bacteria that help restore or maintain a healthy balance of
good bacteria in the gut are called: - Ans--Probiotics
The digestive system includes: - Ans--Organs of the GI tract, Salivary
glands, pancreas, Liver and Gallbladder
Mike loves to eat fast food and sweets. He usually has a cheeseburger,
some french fries, and a cola for lunch. The total energy from a
