myths and misconceptions correct answers carbs are not good for us
natural means healthy
reduced fat foods are low in fat or light
you cannot over-consume water
the more protein the better
if you over-consume micronutrients with supplements, no harm will come (it is ok)
nutrition correct answers the study of food, including
-How food nourishes our bodies
-How food influences our health
-New Science
malnutrition correct answers lack of proper nutrition
the 6 nutrients correct answers carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals, water
Why is water essential for a humans well-being? correct answers helps maintain body
temperature
allows for lubrication at our joints
universal solvent
helps transport all the substances in our body
,nutrition covers concepts in what subjects? correct answers biology
biochemistry
chemistry
anatomy
physiology
math
epidemiology studies correct answers a type of observational study
Which of the following foods has the lowest nutrient density?
a. banana
b. fillet mignon (a lean beef)
c. salt free, deep fried potato chips
d. oatmeal correct answers salt free, deep fried potato chips
Which of the following foods is highest in energy density?
a. fat free yogurt
b. oatmeal prepared with skim milk
c. strawberries
d. hard cheddar cheese correct answers hard cheddar cheese
Your nutritional needs are based on correct answers age, gender, and physical activity
Which of the following food categories contains over 70% of the calories from
carbohydrate?
a. Fruits
, b. Vegetables
c. Grains
d. Legumes
e. All of the above contain over 70% of the calories from carbohydrate correct answers fruits,
veggies, grains, legumes
Gram for gram, which of the following contains the fewest calories
a. glucose
b. fiber
c. starch
d. protein correct answers fiber
True / False: A significant amount of fat digestion occurs in the large intestine correct answers
false
Which of the following can cause damage to the esophagus?
a. heartburn (GERD)
b. hemorrhoids
c. diverticulitis
d. constipation correct answers heartburn (GERD)
What % of our daily calories should come from the nutrient protein? correct answers 15%
Enzymes secreted from the pancreas into the small intestine aid in the digestion of:
a. whole wheat bread
b. a steak
c. butter
d. pancreatic enzymes can aid in the digestion of all of the foods listed above