Question 1

________ are inorganic nutrients that are NOT broken down by the human body or destroyed by heat.

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamins
B)  Minerals
C)  Proteins
D)  Fats

Question 2

A health practitioner takes a series of anthropometric measurements on a client. How can they use the measurements to evaluate health?

Accepted Answer

Anthropometric measurements can be compa...

Question 3

Which of the following is a primary function of dietary protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  serves as a primary fuel source for the brain
B)  provides a large energy store
C)  regulates metabolism and fluid balance
D)  serves as a primary source of energy for the body

Question 4

Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrates
B)  vitamins
C)  lipids
D)  alcohol

Question 5

Vitamin C and the B-vitamins are examples of:

Accepted Answer

A)  nonessential vitamins.
B)  water -soluble vitamins.
C)  fat-soluble vitamins.
D)  trace vitamins.

Question 6

Amino acids are the building blocks for which of the following nutrients?

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate
B)  lipid
C)  vitamin
D)  protein D

Question 7

A researcher wants to use twenty-four-hour dietary recalls to evaluate the participants' dietary habits. You question if this is the most appropriate method because twenty-four-hour recalls:

Accepted Answer

A)  are very time-consuming to use.
B)  are very costly to collect.
C)  do not assess servings sizes.
D)  do not measure usual food intakes.

Question 8

Which of the following is responsible for providing advice and information on the nutritional value of foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  The Food Directorate
B)  The Office of nutrition Policy and Promotion
C)  The Canadian Food Inspection Agency
D)  The Public Health Agency of Canada

Question 9

Which BEST defines chronic disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  a disease that comes on slowly and can persist for years
B)  a condition that has a rapid onset and is easily cured
C)  a disease caused by a microorganism
D)  a disease that affects only elderly people

Question 10

The AMDR for protein is:

Accepted Answer

A)  20-35%.
B)  
C)  10-35%.
D)  45-65%.

Question 11

A recent animal study finds that green tea can decrease the incidence of prostate cancer in rats. What type of research study is this? Identify two limitations of this type of research study.

Accepted Answer

This study is based on model systems, in...

Question 12

At the end of a research study on product X, there is a note saying the authors were sponsored by the company that makes product X. Which of the following best describes the potential concern?

Accepted Answer

A)  a use of testimonials
B)  a conflict of interest
C)  a misinterpretation of the results
D)  a poor research design B

Question 13

Alcohol can inhibit the breakdown of nutrients and damage the gastrointestinal track, thus reducing the absorption of nutrients such as folate. How would you classify a folate deficiency that is due to alcoholism?

Accepted Answer

The folate deficiency is a for...

Question 14

Which of the following describes the vitamins A, D, E, and K?

Accepted Answer

A)  excreted via the urine
B)  soluble in water
C)  should be consumed daily
D)  can be stored in the body

Question 15

The type of study that observes a large population to determine factors that may influence nutritional habits and disease trends is called a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)  case-controlled study.
B)  clinical trial.
C)  epidemiological study.
D)  animal study.

Question 16

Which of the following is guaranteed to have completed a four-year university degree specializing in nutrition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nutritionist
B)  Registered Dietitian
C)  Naturopath
D)  Physician

Question 17

The ________ represents the average daily nutrient intake level that meets the nutrient requirements for 97% to 98% of healthy individuals.

Accepted Answer

A)  EAR
B)  RDA
C)  UL
D)  AI

Question 18

Which of the following BEST describes minerals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Minerals are broken down easily during digestion.
B)  Minerals are easily destroyed by heat and light.
C)  Minerals are inorganic micronutrients found in a variety of foods.
D)  Minerals are nutrients needed in large amounts by the body.

Question 19

Your friend would like some professional advice on a diet plan for weight loss. Which of the following professionals would be the BEST for them to consult?

Accepted Answer

A)  Registered Dietitian (R
D)  
B)  PhD in nutrition
C)  Medical doctor (M
D)  
D)  Nutritionist

Question 20

Which of the following classes of nutrients provides energy to the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate
B)  vitamins
C)  minerals
D)  water A

Exam 1: The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

________ are inorganic nutrients that are NOT broken down by the human body or destroyed by heat.

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A health practitioner takes a series of anthropometric measurements on a client. How can they use the measurements to evaluate health?

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Which of the following is a primary function of dietary protein?

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Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?

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Vitamin C and the B-vitamins are examples of:

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Amino acids are the building blocks for which of the following nutrients?

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A researcher wants to use twenty-four-hour dietary recalls to evaluate the participants' dietary habits. You question if this is the most appropriate method because twenty-four-hour recalls:

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Which of the following is responsible for providing advice and information on the nutritional value of foods?

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Which BEST defines chronic disease?

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The AMDR for protein is:

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A recent animal study finds that green tea can decrease the incidence of prostate cancer in rats. What type of research study is this? Identify two limitations of this type of research study.

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At the end of a research study on product X, there is a note saying the authors were sponsored by the company that makes product X. Which of the following best describes the potential concern?

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Alcohol can inhibit the breakdown of nutrients and damage the gastrointestinal track, thus reducing the absorption of nutrients such as folate. How would you classify a folate deficiency that is due to alcoholism?

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Which of the following describes the vitamins A, D, E, and K?

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The type of study that observes a large population to determine factors that may influence nutritional habits and disease trends is called a(n) :

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Which of the following is guaranteed to have completed a four-year university degree specializing in nutrition?

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The ________ represents the average daily nutrient intake level that meets the nutrient requirements for 97% to 98% of healthy individuals.

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Which of the following BEST describes minerals?

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Your friend would like some professional advice on a diet plan for weight loss. Which of the following professionals would be the BEST for them to consult?

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Which of the following classes of nutrients provides energy to the body?

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