NUTR 280 EXAM 2025/2026 – VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES | COMPLETE HUMAN NUTRITION
colon and rectum make up the what? - CORRECT ANSWERS-the large intestine
Primary functions of the large intestine - CORRECT ANSWERS-o Absorption of water and
electrolytes
o Production and absorption of some →vitamins
o Formation and propelling of feces toward the rectum for elimination.
Rectum - CORRECT ANSWERS-(last section of the large intestine) is a temporary storage site
for feces/fecal matter, which is eliminated from the body via the anus i
n a process called →defecation
Diverticulosis - CORRECT ANSWERS-condition characterized by the presence of diverticula,
sacs or pouches that protrude from the wall of the large intestine
Diverticulitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-condition characterized by inflamed diverticula due to
bateria or feces becoming trapped in the sacs
nutrient - CORRECT ANSWERS-life-sustaining substances in food; vital for the body to function
metabolism - CORRECT ANSWERS-the total of all chemical processes that occur in living cells
nutrition - CORRECT ANSWERS-the scientific study of nutrients and how the body uses them
nutrient density - CORRECT ANSWERS-a measure of the nutrients provided by a food relative
to its calorie content
, dietary supplements - CORRECT ANSWERS-a product that supplements the diet by increasing
intake
phytochemicals - CORRECT ANSWERS-substances in plants that are not nutrients but may
have health benefits
A reliable food and nutrition exper - CORRECT ANSWERS-registered dietician nutritionist
functional foods - CORRECT ANSWERS-contain physiologically active compounds that provide
health benefits beyond basic nutrition
function of nutrients - CORRECT ANSWERS-energy, structure, regulation
A healthy diet, in part, is based on - CORRECT ANSWERS-variety, moderation, balance
Variety - CORRECT ANSWERS-Foods chosen differ from one day to the next
Moderation - CORRECT ANSWERS-Refers to a diet that contains foods from each food group
Undernutrition - CORRECT ANSWERS-inadequate consumption of nutritious foods, i.e.,
nutrient &/ or calorie intakes do not meet the needs of the body
Epidemiological studies - CORRECT ANSWERS-studies to identify patterns in populations
The Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) - CORRECT ANSWERS-developed the DRIs for the U.S.,
which are periodically revised as new scientific-based information becomes available regarding human
nutritional needs and the adequacy of the American diet
Estimated Average Requirements - CORRECT ANSWERS-Nutrient intakes estimated to meet
the needs of 50% of healthy individuals in each gender and life-stage group.
ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES | COMPLETE HUMAN NUTRITION
colon and rectum make up the what? - CORRECT ANSWERS-the large intestine
Primary functions of the large intestine - CORRECT ANSWERS-o Absorption of water and
electrolytes
o Production and absorption of some →vitamins
o Formation and propelling of feces toward the rectum for elimination.
Rectum - CORRECT ANSWERS-(last section of the large intestine) is a temporary storage site
for feces/fecal matter, which is eliminated from the body via the anus i
n a process called →defecation
Diverticulosis - CORRECT ANSWERS-condition characterized by the presence of diverticula,
sacs or pouches that protrude from the wall of the large intestine
Diverticulitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-condition characterized by inflamed diverticula due to
bateria or feces becoming trapped in the sacs
nutrient - CORRECT ANSWERS-life-sustaining substances in food; vital for the body to function
metabolism - CORRECT ANSWERS-the total of all chemical processes that occur in living cells
nutrition - CORRECT ANSWERS-the scientific study of nutrients and how the body uses them
nutrient density - CORRECT ANSWERS-a measure of the nutrients provided by a food relative
to its calorie content
, dietary supplements - CORRECT ANSWERS-a product that supplements the diet by increasing
intake
phytochemicals - CORRECT ANSWERS-substances in plants that are not nutrients but may
have health benefits
A reliable food and nutrition exper - CORRECT ANSWERS-registered dietician nutritionist
functional foods - CORRECT ANSWERS-contain physiologically active compounds that provide
health benefits beyond basic nutrition
function of nutrients - CORRECT ANSWERS-energy, structure, regulation
A healthy diet, in part, is based on - CORRECT ANSWERS-variety, moderation, balance
Variety - CORRECT ANSWERS-Foods chosen differ from one day to the next
Moderation - CORRECT ANSWERS-Refers to a diet that contains foods from each food group
Undernutrition - CORRECT ANSWERS-inadequate consumption of nutritious foods, i.e.,
nutrient &/ or calorie intakes do not meet the needs of the body
Epidemiological studies - CORRECT ANSWERS-studies to identify patterns in populations
The Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) - CORRECT ANSWERS-developed the DRIs for the U.S.,
which are periodically revised as new scientific-based information becomes available regarding human
nutritional needs and the adequacy of the American diet
Estimated Average Requirements - CORRECT ANSWERS-Nutrient intakes estimated to meet
the needs of 50% of healthy individuals in each gender and life-stage group.
