Comprehensive Case Study Fall
LeoJune Nutrition 102
When the Cheetos are consumed, what is the percent fat by Calories and what is the percent of fat by
weight? ANS: 56%, 36%
Which of the following statements is true regarding the protein in one ounce of Cheetos? ANS: It is from
high and low biological value sources
True or false: The Cheetos are nutrient dense for potassium? ANS: false
The food manufacturer of the Cheetos, could legally make the health claim: ANS: None of the above
Leo's diet met the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDRs) for percent of Calories from
protein, fat, carbohydrate, and sugar. ANS: false
Leo is Caucasian. True or false: His light skin allows him to synthesize more vitamin D compared to a
dark skin person. ANS: true
Which statement is true regarding Leo's diet and patterning? ANS: He exceeded his Empty Calories
allowance for the day.
Leo's diet meets the ________. ANS: None of the above
Which American Heart Association recommendation did Leo comply with? ANS: Live a tobacco free life.
Which characteristic of a sound diet did Leo's diet comply with? ANS: None of the above
, Which of the following statements is false regarding Leo's gastrointestinal tract when he consumes food
in his diet? ANS: He denatures proteins with enzymes and hormones
Leo's genetic predispositions to chronic diseases would be reduced if he would consume his MyPlate
food pattern recommendation. ANS: True
Since Leo experienced gastrointestinal distress, including cramps and diarrhea after eating lunch, he
probably has: ANS: lactose maldigestion or intolerance
Which of Leo's dietary items has the highest glycemic index and thus fastest entrance of glucose into the
blood stream? ANS: Tang orange drink
When Leo consumes food with a high glycemic index (fast entrance of glucose into the blood stream),
this causes ________ to be released and __________ to increase in liver and muscle cells. This is a(n)
_________ process. ANS: Insulin, Glycogen, Anabolic
Leo's diet and health assessment results _________ so he should ___________. ANS: Indicate
hypertension, implement the DASH diet
Which of the following risk factors for heart disease does Leo have? ANS: Gender, low physical activity
level, high total cholesterol, and very high LDL cholesterol
How should Leo alter his dietary fat intake to improve his lipid profile? ANS: Lower saturated fatty acids
and increase monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids
Which of the following nutritional or lifestyle factors should Leo consider to improve his heart health?
ANS: All of the above
Leo is presently at risk for diet and lifestyle related carcinogenesis. ANS: True
LeoJune Nutrition 102
When the Cheetos are consumed, what is the percent fat by Calories and what is the percent of fat by
weight? ANS: 56%, 36%
Which of the following statements is true regarding the protein in one ounce of Cheetos? ANS: It is from
high and low biological value sources
True or false: The Cheetos are nutrient dense for potassium? ANS: false
The food manufacturer of the Cheetos, could legally make the health claim: ANS: None of the above
Leo's diet met the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDRs) for percent of Calories from
protein, fat, carbohydrate, and sugar. ANS: false
Leo is Caucasian. True or false: His light skin allows him to synthesize more vitamin D compared to a
dark skin person. ANS: true
Which statement is true regarding Leo's diet and patterning? ANS: He exceeded his Empty Calories
allowance for the day.
Leo's diet meets the ________. ANS: None of the above
Which American Heart Association recommendation did Leo comply with? ANS: Live a tobacco free life.
Which characteristic of a sound diet did Leo's diet comply with? ANS: None of the above
, Which of the following statements is false regarding Leo's gastrointestinal tract when he consumes food
in his diet? ANS: He denatures proteins with enzymes and hormones
Leo's genetic predispositions to chronic diseases would be reduced if he would consume his MyPlate
food pattern recommendation. ANS: True
Since Leo experienced gastrointestinal distress, including cramps and diarrhea after eating lunch, he
probably has: ANS: lactose maldigestion or intolerance
Which of Leo's dietary items has the highest glycemic index and thus fastest entrance of glucose into the
blood stream? ANS: Tang orange drink
When Leo consumes food with a high glycemic index (fast entrance of glucose into the blood stream),
this causes ________ to be released and __________ to increase in liver and muscle cells. This is a(n)
_________ process. ANS: Insulin, Glycogen, Anabolic
Leo's diet and health assessment results _________ so he should ___________. ANS: Indicate
hypertension, implement the DASH diet
Which of the following risk factors for heart disease does Leo have? ANS: Gender, low physical activity
level, high total cholesterol, and very high LDL cholesterol
How should Leo alter his dietary fat intake to improve his lipid profile? ANS: Lower saturated fatty acids
and increase monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids
Which of the following nutritional or lifestyle factors should Leo consider to improve his heart health?
ANS: All of the above
Leo is presently at risk for diet and lifestyle related carcinogenesis. ANS: True
