Question 1

Which of the following is a source of incomplete protein?

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A)  meat
B)  beans
C)  eggs
D)  cheeseE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium
B)  fibre
C)  protein
D)  folateE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

Protein sources that provide all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are best described as

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A)  complete.
B)  essential.
C)  nonessential.
D)  incomplete.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

Vegetarians who eat no meat,poultry,or fish,but do eat eggs and dairy products,are called

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A)  vegans.
B)  lacto-vegans.
C)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians.
D)  semivegetarians.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated?

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A)  They tend to be higher in saturated fat.
B)  They tend to be lower in saturated fat.
C)  They tend to be liquid at room temperature.
D)  They tend to be lower in saturated fat and liquid at room temperature.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Genetically modified foods

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A)  require special labeling.
B)  are rarely grown in Canada but are very common in other countries.
C)  can unexpectedly appear in the food supply through contamination during processing.
D)  can be used in foods that are also certified organic or irradiateD.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Essential nutrients are produced by the body.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

When reducing fat intake,the emphasis should be placed on lowering intake of

Accepted Answer

A)  omega-3 fatty acids.
B)  linoleic acid.
C)  trans fatty acids.
D)  monounsaturated fats.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 9

Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium
B)  vitamin B12
C)  vitamin D
D)  vitamin CE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

Connie has been evaluating her daily consumption of beverages to improve the overall quality of her diet.Which of the following beverages should Connie choose less often?

Accepted Answer

A)  regular soda
B)  unsweetened iced tea
C)  water
D)  low-fat milkE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Meats,fish,poultry,and eggs are sources of ___________ protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  complete
B)  primary
C)  secondary
D)  incompleteE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Salt consumption is most often from

Accepted Answer

A)  herbs and spices.
B)  processed and prepared foods.
C)  potassium rich foods.
D)  fruit juices.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 13

The Food and Nutrition Board defines ________________ as nondigestible carbohydrates that occur naturally in plant foods.

Accepted Answer

A)  dietary fibre
B)  functional fibre
C)  whole grains
D)  viscous fibreE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 14

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium.
B)  vitamin B12.
C)  sodium.
D)  fibre.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Shelley is pregnant and has concerns about possible mercury contamination in the fish she eats.According to Health Canada,which of the following should she not eat?

Accepted Answer

A)  swordfish
B)  king mackerel
C)  shark
D)  Shelley should not eat any of these choices.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 16

A nutrient claim of "fat free" means which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  contains 0 grams of fat per serving
B)  contains 0.5 grams or less of fat per serving
C)  contains 1 gram or less of fat per serving
D)  contains 2 grams or less of fat per servingE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

To control your blood cholesterol levels,the most important action you can take is to limit the amount of _______________ in your diet.

Accepted Answer

A)  polyunsaturated fat
B)  saturated and trans fats
C)  monounsaturated fat
D)  omega-3 fatE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 18

The average Canadian diet includes about _____________ of total daily calories as protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  50 percent
B)  27 percent
C)  17 percent
D)  5 percentE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding free radicals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Free radicals have been implicated in aging and many diseases.
B)  Free radicals are produced when the body uses oxygen or breaks down fats and proteins.
C)  Free radical production is increased by environmental factors such as exhaust fumes.
D)  All of these statements are true.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium.
B)  phosphorus.
C)  zinC.
D)  iron.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 5: Nutrition Basics

To control your blood cholesterol levels,the most important action you can take is to limit the amount of _______________ in your diet.

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A nutrient claim of "fat free" means which of the following?

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Connie has been evaluating her daily consumption of beverages to improve the overall quality of her diet.Which of the following beverages should Connie choose less often?

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Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

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Meats,fish,poultry,and eggs are sources of ___________ protein.

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The Food and Nutrition Board defines ________________ as nondigestible carbohydrates that occur naturally in plant foods.

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The average Canadian diet includes about _____________ of total daily calories as protein.

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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated?

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When reducing fat intake,the emphasis should be placed on lowering intake of

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Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

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Shelley is pregnant and has concerns about possible mercury contamination in the fish she eats.According to Health Canada,which of the following should she not eat?

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Essential nutrients are produced by the body.

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Which of the following is a source of incomplete protein?

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Salt consumption is most often from

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Protein sources that provide all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are best described as

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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding free radicals?

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Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

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Vegetarians who eat no meat,poultry,or fish,but do eat eggs and dairy products,are called

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Genetically modified foods

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