Which nutrient yields energy and also provides materials that form structures and
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n, working parts of body tissues?
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a.minerals
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n, c.vitamin
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d.proteins ANS>> D n, n,
Three ounces of beef stew offers about the same amount of iron as three ounces
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n, of water-packed tuna, but the beef contains over 300 Calories while the tuna
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n, contains about 100 Calories. What is the term for this difference?
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a.nutrient density n,
n, b.dietary variety n,
n, c.balance
n, d.moderation ANS>> n,
a
n,
A good diet alone will prevent an individual from getting heart disease.
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,a. False
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,b. True ANS>> a n, n,
A certain amount of fibre in foods contributes to the health of the digestive tract,
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but too much fibre leads to nutrient losses. What is the term for the
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n, characteristic of diet planning that takes this fact into account?
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a.adequacy
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n, c.Calorie control n,
n, d.balance ANS>> b n, n,
Which measurement unit do food scientists use to measure food energy?
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n, a.kilograms
b.units of mass n, n,
n, c.grams
d.kilocalories ANS>> d n, n,
Which term is given to the characteristic that suggests a monotonous diet may
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n, deliver large amounts of toxins or contaminants to the body?
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a.adequacy
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, b.moderation
n, c.variety
d.balance ANS>> c n, n,
Which statement best defines an "essential" nutrient?
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a. It can be manufactured by the body from raw materials.
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b. It is necessary for good health and proper functioning of the body.
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c. It can be manufactured by the body itself.
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d. It can be obtained only from the diet. ANS>> d
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How is the joy of eating physically beneficial to the body?
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n, a.creates a strong self-image and belief in one's abilities
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n, b.increases muscle strength and endurance n, n, n, n,
c.enhances cardiovascular endurance n, n,
d.triggers positive changes in the nervous, hormonal, and immune systems ANS>>
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d
You see a new finding about nutrition reported in your local newspaper. What is
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n, your most prudent response to information from this source?
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