BIOD 121 Essentials in Nutrition
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,### 1. If the daily caloric intake should not exceed 45% from carbohydrates on a
2000 calorie diet, how many grams of carbohydrates should be consumed?
A) 225 grams
B) 180 grams
C) 300 grams
D) 450 grams
Answer: A) 225 grams
Explanation:
45% of 2000 calories = 0.45 × 2000 = 900 calories from carbs
Since 1 gram of carbs provides 4 calories:
900 cal ÷ 4 cal/g = 225 grams
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### 2. The ABCDEs of nutritional assessment stand for:
A) Anthropometric, Biochemical, Clinical, Dietary, Environmental
B) Activity, Biochemical, Clinical, Dietary, Exercise
C) Anthropometric, Biological, Clinical, Dietary, Emotional
D) Activity, Biological, Clinical, Dietary, Environmental
Answer: A) Anthropometric, Biochemical, Clinical, Dietary, Environmental
,Explanation:
- Anthropometric: Measurement of body size and composition (e.g., weight, height,
BMI).
- Biochemical: Lab tests to assess nutrient levels (e.g., blood iron).
- Clinical: Physical signs/symptoms of nutritional deficiencies.
- Dietary: Evaluation of dietary intake to identify deficiencies or excesses.
- Environmental: Factors like socioeconomic status affecting nutrition.
### 3. True or False: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides guidance for
making informed decisions related to both food and physical activity choices.
A) True
B) False
Answer: A) True
Explanation: The Dietary Guidelines aim to promote overall health through
recommendations on healthy eating patterns and physical activity levels to reduce
chronic disease risk.
### 4. Which of the following are examples of micronutrients?
A) Carbohydrates and fats
B) Vitamins and minerals
C) Proteins and water
, D) Fiber and cholesterol
Answer: B) Vitamins and minerals
Explanation: Micronutrients are nutrients required in small amounts for vital body
functions. Vitamins regulate body processes (e.g., vitamin C supports immune
function), while minerals provide structure and regulate processes (e.g., calcium for
bone strength).
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### 5. How many calories are in a fudge brownie that contains 13 grams of
carbohydrates, 1 gram of protein, and 11 grams of fat?
A) 155 calories
B) 200 calories
C) 134 calories
D) 115 calories
Answer: A) 155 calories
Explanation: Calories are calculated by multiplying grams by their energy values:
carbohydrates and proteins provide 4 calories per gram, fats 9 calories per gram.
Carbs: 13g × 4 = 52 cal
Protein: 1g × 4 = 4 cal
Fat: 11g × 9 = 99 cal