NSC final exam review questions with
correct answers
Chapter one- food is more than something you eat
(key things) - Answer--nutrigenomics (interaction of nutrients and genes with regard to
prevention or treatment of a disease)
ex: the compounds found in broccoli turn off certain genes that may lead to cancer
prevention!
-alcohol isnt a nutrient (empty cals)
-protein and carbs contain 4cals/gram but fats provide 9/gram
scientific method steps - Answer-1. observe
2.develop a question
3.test
4.collect information
5.analyze findings
6.form conclusions
group that gets no testing is the _____ group - Answer-control
group that is tested on is the ______ group - Answer-intervention group
why is peer review important - Answer-minimizes the cause of error
how are people allowed to publish nutrient info that isnt true? - Answer-because of the
1st amendment of the constitution
DRIs (dietary reference intake) - Answer--diet planning
-talks about energy and nutrients
-dietary adequecy
RDA (recommended dietary allowance) - Answer-standards for most of the healthy
population
UL (tolerance of upper level intakes) - Answer--the highest amount that wont be harmful
-toxicity disorder
what is MyPlate - Answer-USDAS interactive menu and planning guide
-lists the important food groups such as fruits, veggies, whole grains, proteins and fats
and carbs
correct answers
Chapter one- food is more than something you eat
(key things) - Answer--nutrigenomics (interaction of nutrients and genes with regard to
prevention or treatment of a disease)
ex: the compounds found in broccoli turn off certain genes that may lead to cancer
prevention!
-alcohol isnt a nutrient (empty cals)
-protein and carbs contain 4cals/gram but fats provide 9/gram
scientific method steps - Answer-1. observe
2.develop a question
3.test
4.collect information
5.analyze findings
6.form conclusions
group that gets no testing is the _____ group - Answer-control
group that is tested on is the ______ group - Answer-intervention group
why is peer review important - Answer-minimizes the cause of error
how are people allowed to publish nutrient info that isnt true? - Answer-because of the
1st amendment of the constitution
DRIs (dietary reference intake) - Answer--diet planning
-talks about energy and nutrients
-dietary adequecy
RDA (recommended dietary allowance) - Answer-standards for most of the healthy
population
UL (tolerance of upper level intakes) - Answer--the highest amount that wont be harmful
-toxicity disorder
what is MyPlate - Answer-USDAS interactive menu and planning guide
-lists the important food groups such as fruits, veggies, whole grains, proteins and fats
and carbs
