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Core Concepts in Health 3Rd Canadian Edition By Jennifer Irwin - Test Bank

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Core Concepts in Health 3Rd Canadian Edition By Jennifer Irwin – Test Bank

 

Instant Download – Complete Test Bank With Answers

 

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

Chapter 05

Nutrition Basics

 

 

True / False Questions

  1. Essential nutrients are produced by the body.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-01 Nutritional Requirements: Components of a Healthy Diet

  1. Alcohol has no nutritional role but does provide energy.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Complete proteins are found in animal food sources.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Incomplete proteins are missing at least one essential amino acid.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. To obtain a complete protein from plant foods, you must combine two different sources of plant proteins in the same meal.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Excess protein intake can increase fat stores.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Foods containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually solid at room temperature.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Soybeans are a good source of polyunsaturated fat.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Omega-3 fatty acids decrease the inflammatory response in the body.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Carbohydrates are classified into two groups: simple and complex.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. The refinement of whole grains transforms brown rice into white rice.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Carbohydrates consumed more than the body’s energy needs are stored in the muscle as glucose.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Fibre is a source of dietary carbohydrates.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. Fibre consumption can lower cholesterol levels.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. Beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E are antioxidants.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. All fluids, including those that contain caffeine, can count towards your total daily fluid intake.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-09 Water: Vital but Often Ignored

  1. Lean meats are a good source of phytochemicals.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-10 Other Substances in Food

  1. The aim of the Dietary Reference Intake is to guide you in meeting your nutritional needs with vitamin and mineral supplements.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-12 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)

  1. Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Vegans eat plant food, dairy products, and eggs.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. Individuals with diabetes benefit from a diet that is low in simple sugars and complex carbohydrates.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. The recommended self-treatment for foodborne illness is limiting intake of food and water.
    FALSE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-23 Food Irradiation

  1. The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-23 Food Irradiation

  1. A true food allergy is a reaction of the body’s immune system to a food or food ingredient.
    TRUE

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-25 Food Allergies and Food Intolerances

 

Multiple Choice Questions

  1. Shelley is pregnant and has concerns about possible mercury contamination in the fish she eats. According to Health Canada, she should avoid all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.swordfish
    B. king mackerel
    C. fresh or frozen tuna
    D. salmon

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Apply
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-21 Environmental Contaminants and Organic Foods

  1. Essential nutrients include all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.vitamins.
    B. minerals.
    C. enzymes.
    D. amino acids.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-01 Nutritional Requirements: Components of a Healthy Diet

  1. The process in which foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called
    A.respiration.
    B. metabolism.
    C. digestion.
    D. catenation.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Which of the following essential nutrients does NOT supply energy?
    A.proteins
    B. fats
    C. carbohydrates
    D. vitamins

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding alcohol?
    A.It is an essential nutrient.
    B. It supplies 9 calories of energy per gram.
    C. It plays an important role in supplying necessary enzymes.
    D. Alcohol is not an essential nutrient, and it supplies 7 calories of energy per gram.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Fat provides _____________ calories per gram.
    A.4
    B. 7
    C. 9
    D. 12

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Protein provides _____________ calories per gram.
    A.4
    B. 7
    C. 9
    D. 12

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Carbohydrate provides _____________ calories per gram.
    A.4
    B. 7
    C. 9
    D. 12

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Alcohol provides ____________ calories per gram.
    A.4
    B. 7
    C. 9
    D. 12

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. The main structural components of the body, muscles, and bones are made up of
    A.proteins.
    B. fats.
    C. lipids.
    D. carbohydrates.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Genetically modified foods
    A.require special labelling.
    B. are not common 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.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-24 Genetically Modified Foods

  1. The building blocks of proteins are called
    A.hormones.
    B. minerals.
    C. amino acids.
    D. enzymes.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Of the 20 common amino acids, how many of these are termed “essential”?
    A.3
    B. 9
    C. 18
    D. 29

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Protein sources that provide all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are best described as
    A.complete.
    B. essential.
    C. nonessential.
    D. incomplete.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Meats, fish, poultry, and eggs are sources of ___________ protein.
    A.complete
    B. primary
    C. secondary
    D. incomplete

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Foods from most plant sources supply ____________ proteins.
    A.complete
    B. primary
    C. secondary
    D. incomplete

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Which of the following is a source of incomplete protein?
    A.meat
    B. beans
    C. eggs
    D. cheese

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein. Which of the following would not be a complete protein combination?
    A.wild rice, beans and corn
    B. lentils and beans
    C. peanut butter and milk
    D. corn and apple sauce

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Apply
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. All the following will help supply Carey with an adequate daily intake of protein, EXCEPT:
    A.90 grams of chicken
    B. ½ cup of tofu
    C. 1 cup of yogurt
    D. 20 grams of beef

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. The average Canadian diet includes about _____________ of total daily calories as protein.
    A.50%
    B. 27%
    C. 17%
    D. 5%

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. The recommended daily intake of protein is _____________ of total daily calories
    A.less than 10%
    B. 10-35%
    C. 20-35%
    D. 45-65%

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. Fats are also called
    A.lipids.
    B. enzymes.
    C. glycogen.
    D. glycerol.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. The major source of fuel for the body during rest and light activity is
    A.proteins.
    B. carbohydrates.
    C. fats.
    D. vitamins.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?
    A.They help insulate your body.
    B. They support and cushion your organs.
    C. They form important components of blood.
    D. They help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Most of the fats in food are in the form of
    A.cholesterol.
    B. low-density lipids.
    C. triglycerides.
    D. high-density lipids.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. The essential fatty acids, linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids, are both
    A.polyunsaturated.
    B. saturated.
    C. monounsaturated.
    D. hydrosaturated.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding fats?
    A.They are the most concentrated source of energy.
    B. Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
    C. Food fats containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually solid at room temperature.
    D. Food fats that are polyunsaturated are usually solid at room temperature.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Food irradiation
    A.is currently approved only for red meat.
    B. utilizes radioactive materials.
    C. does not require special labeling.
    D. extends the shelf life of a food.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-23 Food Irradiation

  1. Saturated fats are primarily found in
    A.animal food sources and are liquid at room temperature.
    B. plant food sources and are solid at room temperature.
    C. plant food sources and are liquid at room temperature.
    D. animal food sources and are solid at room temperature.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Leading sources of saturated fat in the Canadian diet include all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.red meats.
    B. whole milk and cheese.
    C. poultry.
    D. hot dogs and lunch meats.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Which of the following does NOT contain mostly monounsaturated fatty acids?
    A.olive oil
    B. safflower oil
    C. peanut oil
    D. palm oil

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. All the following contain mostly polyunsaturated fatty acids, EXCEPT:
    A.coconut oil.
    B. soybean oil.
    C. corn oil.
    D. cottonseed oil.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. A by-product of hydrogenation is
    A.monounsaturated fats.
    B. trans fatty acids.
    C. cholesterol.
    D. triglycerides.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. To determine the presence of trans fat in a given product, consumers should check the label for
    A.cholesterol content.
    B. unsaturated fat levels.
    C. partially hydrogenated oils.
    D. carbohydrate content.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding trans fatty acids?
    A.They raise the levels of low-density lipoproteins in the blood.
    B. They lower the levels of high-density lipoproteins in the blood.
    C. They increase one’s risk of developing heart disease.
    D. They decrease one’s risk of having a heart attack.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Sulphites are used to
    A.protect meats from toxins.
    B. fortify vitamins in juices.
    C. protect vegetables from browning.
    D. maintain the fresh taste of fruits.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-22 Additives in Food

  1. Which of the following would NOT be an effect of consuming omega-3 fatty acids?
    A.They reduce the tendency of blood to clot.
    B. They promote cancer at high levels of consumption.
    C. They inhibit abnormal heart rhythms.
    D. They inhibit inflammation.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. To control your blood cholesterol levels, the most important action you can take is to limit the amount of _______________ in your diet.
    A.polyunsaturated fat
    B. saturated and trans fats
    C. monounsaturated fat
    D. omega-3 fat

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. A guideline for food safety is to
    A.wash hands for 10 seconds after handling food.
    B. make certain that hamburgers are cooked to 110 °F.
    C. cook stuffing separately from poultry.
    D. store eggs in their designated space in the refrigerator door.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.coconut oil.
    B. flaxseed oil.
    C. canola oil.
    D. walnut oil.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. A good source of omega-3 fatty acids is
    A.chicken.
    B. pork.
    C. spinach.
    D. salmon.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. Which of the following statement is FALSE regarding omega-6 fatty acids?
    A.They are another form of polyunsaturated fat.
    B. They contain the essential nutrient linoleic acid.
    C. They are primarily found in palm and coconut oils.
    D. Some nutritionists recommend people reduce the proportion of omega-6s they consume in favour of omega-3s.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. When reducing fat intake, the emphasis should be placed on lowering intake of
    A.omega-3 fatty acids.
    B. linoleic acid.
    C. trans fatty acids.
    D. monounsaturated fats.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. The major source of fuel for the nervous system, brain, and red blood cells is
    A.proteins.
    B. carbohydrates.
    C. fats.
    D. vitamins.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. When John doesn’t eat enough carbohydrates to satisfy his body’s need, where will his body get the needed carbohydrates?
    A.fats
    B. proteins
    C. vitamins
    D. minerals

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Which of the following foods is NOT considered a simple carbohydrate?
    A.broccoli
    B. orange juice
    C. table sugar
    D. milk

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Which of the following statement is FALSE regarding simple carbohydrates?
    A.They contain only one or two sugar units in each molecule.
    B. They are found in a variety of plants.
    C. They are found naturally in fruits and milk.
    D. There is no evidence that any simple carbohydrate is more nutritious than others.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Refined carbohydrates
    A.tend to be much lower in fibre and vitamins than their unrefined counterparts.
    B. contain both the germ and bran of whole grains.
    C. take longer to digest than unrefined carbohydrates.
    D. keep blood sugar and insulin levels low.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. The refinement of whole grains transforms whole-wheat flour into
    A.whole-wheat flour dust.
    B. white flour.
    C. unrefined whole-wheat flour.
    D. enriched whole-wheat flour.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. The liver and muscles store carbohydrates in the form of
    A.glucose.
    B. glycogen.
    C. fructose.
    D. sucrose.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Which of the following are richest in complex carbohydrates?
    A.grains and legumes
    B. fruits, milk, and cheese
    C. milk and vegetables
    D. fruits and honey

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Cooked or refrigerated foods should not be left at room temperature for more than
    A.1 hour.
    B. 2 hours.
    C. 3 hours.
    D. 4 hours.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. Consumption of whole grains has NOT been linked to:
    A.a reduced risk of heart disease.
    B. a reduced risk of certain forms of cancer.
    C. a reduced risk of diabetes.
    D. an increased risk of heart rhythm abnormalities.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-05 Carbohydrates: An Ideal Source of Energy

  1. Which of the following macronutrient distributions is consistent with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges set by the Institute of Medicine and adopted by Health Canada?
    A.40 percent of daily calories as protein, 40 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 20 percent of daily calories as fat
    B. 30 percent of daily calories as protein, 35 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 35 percent of daily calories as fat
    C. 10 percent of daily calories as protein, 65 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 25 percent of daily calories as fat
    D. 15 percent of daily calories as protein, 45 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 40 percent of daily calories as fat

 

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Blooms: Analyze
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. ________________ is non-digestible carbohydrates that occur naturally in plant foods.
    A.Dietary fibre
    B. Functional fibre
    C. Whole grains
    D. Viscous fibre

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. Fibre can help do all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.prevent constipation by increasing fecal bulk.
    B. manage diabetes by slowing the movement of glucose into the blood.
    C. reduce the absorption of cholesterol.
    D. prevent heart disease by increasing contractility.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding foodborne illnesses?
    A.Raw or undercooked animal products and oysters pose the greatest risk.
    B. Most of the foodborne illness is caused by disease-causing microorganisms.
    C. Undercooked vegetable products pose a significant risk.
    D. Children, pregnant women, and the elderly are more at risk for severe complications.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. All the following are good sources of fibre, EXCEPT:
    A.avocado.
    B. hamburger.
    C. oatmeal.
    D. winter squash.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. The recommended daily intake of fibre for women is ____________ grams.
    A.15
    B. 25
    C. 35
    D. 45

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. The recommended daily amount of fibre for men is ____________ grams.
    A.18
    B. 28
    C. 38
    D. more than 50

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. ___________ is often added to cereals or used in fibre supplements and laxatives, improves intestinal health, and helps control glucose and cholesterol levels.
    A.Trillium
    B. Millium
    C. Psyllium
    D. Fyllium

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-06 Fibre: A Closer Look

  1. Which of the following is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?
    A.vitamin A
    B. vitamin B
    C. vitamin D
    D. vitamin K

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?
    A.vitamin D
    B. vitamin C
    C. vitamin E
    D. vitamin K

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vitamins?
    A.Vitamins are required by the body in large amounts.
    B. Vitamins are important in the maintenance of the immune system.
    C. Vitamins provide direct energy to the body.
    D. Vitamins are best taken in the form of vitamin supplements.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Which of the following vitamins does not act as an antioxidant?
    A.vitamin E
    B. vitamin C
    C. vitamin A
    D. vitamin B

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. The best source of vitamin C is a(n)
    A.orange.
    B. hamburger.
    C. glass of milk.
    D. slice of whole-grain bread.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Probably the best-known vitamin deficiency disease, caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet, is
    A.beriberi.
    B. anemia.
    C. gingivitis.
    D. scurvy.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. The primary function of vitamins is to
    A.serve as an important component of muscle.
    B. provide texture and flavour to foods.
    C. supply energy to body cells.
    D. regulate various chemical reactions within cells.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Two vitamins produced within the body are
    A.vitamin D and vitamin K.
    B. vitamin C and vitamin D.
    C. niacin and vitamin K.
    D. vitamin B and biotin.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Which low intake of this vitamin has been linked to increased heart disease risk?
    A.vitamin D
    B. vitamin A
    C. folate
    D. riboflavin

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. High dosages of vitamin A are toxic and associated with an increased risk of
    A.scurvy.
    B. anemia.
    C. birth defects.
    D. night blindness.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. All the following are cooking methods that preserve the nutrient value of vegetables, EXCEPT:
    A.boiling.
    B. baking.
    C. microwaving.
    D. steaming.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. Examples of major minerals include
    A.potassium, sodium, and iron.
    B. zinc, iron, and calcium.
    C. calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
    D. iron, calcium, and copper.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. Examples of trace minerals include
    A.potassium, zinc, and iron.
    B. fluoride, copper, and zinc.
    C. magnesium and phosphorus.
    D. iodide, zinc, and chloride.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. A mineral commonly lacking in Canadian diets is
    A.phosphorus.
    B. iron.
    C. chloride.
    D. sodium.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. Minerals
    A.help regulate body functions.
    B. are found only in animal products.
    C. provide the body with 4 calories per gram in energy.
    D. make up about 60% of total body weight.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. An essential nutrient commonly lacking in the Canadian diet is
    A.sodium.
    B. calcium.
    C. copper.
    D. fluoride.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. A food rich in calcium is
    A.green leafy vegetables.
    B. lean meat.
    C. nuts.
    D. apples.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of
    A.calcium.
    B. phosphorus.
    C. zinc.
    D. iron.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. When it comes to building strong bones, good advice would be to
    A.limit your sun exposure to less than 10 minutes per week.
    B. eat a diet high in protein.
    C. consume calcium from supplements because it is absorbed better than calcium from foods.
    D. engage in weight-bearing aerobic activities.

 

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Blooms: Evaluate
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-08 Minerals: Inorganic Micronutrients

  1. Women who can get pregnant should include foods fortified with and supplements of which of the following nutrients?
    A.vitamin B12
    B. vitamin C
    C. potassium
    D. folic acid

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-12 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)

  1. Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of
    A.calcium.
    B. vitamin B12.
    C. sodium.
    D. fibre.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-13 Guidelines for Healthy Eating

  1. Strategies to prevent osteoporosis include all of the following, EXCEPT:
    A.weight-bearing aerobic exercise.
    B. moderation in the consumption of caffeine.
    C. adequate vitamin D intake.
    D. high intake of vitamin A (as retinol).

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-10 Other Substances in Food

  1. Human body weight is composed of approximately _______________ water.
    A.20-30%
    B. 40-50%
    C. 50-60%
    D. 80-100%

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-09 Water: Vital but Often Ignored

  1. Experts say that two of the most important factors in a healthy diet are eating the “right” kinds of fats and the “right” kinds of
    A.cholesterol.
    B. fibre.
    C. carbohydrates.
    D. proteins.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-10 Other Substances in Food

  1. Which of the following should count toward your total daily fluid intake?
    A.only water
    B. water and fruit juices
    C. water and any sugar-free liquids
    D. all fluids, including those containing caffeine

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-09 Water: Vital but Often Ignored

  1. Antioxidants
    A.cause cancer.
    B. found in foods can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.
    C. are a particular type of phytochemical.
    D. are a type of mineral obtained exclusively from supplements.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding free radicals?
    A.Free radicals have been implicated in aging and many diseases.
    B. Free radicals must reach a threshold number before they are helpful in maintaining overall health.
    C. Free radical production is increased by environmental factors such as exhaust fumes.
    D. Free radicals are produced when the body uses oxygen or breaks down fats and proteins.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-10 Other Substances in Food

  1. Phytochemicals
    A.are a substance found in plant food that may help prevent chronic disease.
    B. are linked to the development of some cancers.
    C. are best obtained through supplements rather than trying to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables.
    D. have been shown to be toxic if ingested in large amounts in plant foods.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-10 Other Substances in Food

  1. Which of the following is a cruciferous vegetable?
    A.potato
    B. pinto bean
    C. broccoli
    D. carrot

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-10 Other Substances in Food

  1. The Dietary Reference Intakes
    A.are designed to prevent nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases.
    B. will eventually be replaced by RDA values.
    C. are used as a basis for most food labels.
    D. are a food group plan.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-12 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)

  1. All the following are TRUE about The Dietary Reference Intakes, EXCEPT:
    A.are a current set of dietary standards established by the Institute of Medicine.
    B. focus on the role of nutrients in promoting optimal health and preventing chronic diseases.
    C. focus on the role of vitamins in promoting optimal health and preventing acute diseases.
    D. include standards for both recommended and maximum safe intakes.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-12 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)

  1. Hydrogenation
    A.reduces the amount of cholesterol in saturated fats.
    B. increases the shelf life of products containing fat.
    C. turns liquid oils into solid or semi-solid fats
    D. has been banned by the FDA.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-04 Fats: Essential in Small Amounts

  1. The leading source of added sugar in the Canadian diet is
    A.candy bars.
    B. artificial sweeteners.
    C. pop.
    D. cakes and cookies.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-13 Guidelines for Healthy Eating

  1. High sodium condiments include all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.mustard.
    B. lemon juice.
    C. soy sauce.
    D. olives.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-13 Guidelines for Healthy Eating

  1. Salt consumption is most often from
    A.herbs and spices.
    B. processed and prepared foods.
    C. potassium rich foods.
    D. fruit juices.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-13 Guidelines for Healthy Eating

  1. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vegetarians?
    A.Semivegetarians eat fish but do not eat dairy products.
    B. Lacto-vegetarians eat fish and plant foods.
    C. Lacto-ovo-vegetarians do not eat eggs.
    D. Vegans eat only plant foods.

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. Vegetarians who eat no meat, poultry, or fish, but do eat eggs and dairy products, are called
    A.vegans.
    B. lacto-vegans.
    C. lacto-ovo-vegetarians.
    D. semivegetarians.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. Vegetarians who include milk and cheese products and small amounts of fish and poultry in their diets are called
    A.vegans.
    B. lacto-vegetarians.
    C. lacto-ovo-vegetarians.
    D. semivegetarians.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. What is the main nutrition-related problem likely to be encountered by a vegan if his or her diet is not carefully selected?
    A.high cholesterol level
    B. insufficient intake of vitamin B12
    C. insufficient intake of complex carbohydrates
    D. insufficient intake of fibre

 

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Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?
    A.calcium
    B. vitamin B12
    C. vitamin D
    D. vitamin C

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. Endurance athletes may benefit from consuming additional
    A.carbohydrate.
    B. protein.
    C. vitamins.
    D. minerals.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-16 Dietary Challenges for Special Population Groups

  1. Vitamin B12 is found naturally in all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.eggs.
    B. milk.
    C. beef.
    D. broccoli.

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. Approximately what percentage of Canadians use natural health products?
    A.25%
    B. 50%
    C. 75%
    D. 100%

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-19 Natural Health Products

  1. A nutrient claim of “low in calories” means which of the following?
    A.25 calories or less per serving
    B. 40 calories or less per serving
    C. 75 calories or less per serving
    D. 90 calories or less per serving

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “high source of fibre” means which of the following?
    A.2 grams or more
    B. 4 grams or more
    C. 10 grams or more
    D. 20 grams or more

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “good source of fibre” means which of the following?
    A.2 grams or more
    B. 4 grams or more
    C. 10 grams or more
    D. 20 grams or more

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “cholesterol free” means which of the following?
    A.0 milligrams of cholesterol
    B. less than 2 milligrams of cholesterol
    C. 2 to 5 milligrams of cholesterol
    D. 10 milligrams of cholesterol

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “low in cholesterol” means which of the following?
    A.contains 5 milligrams of cholesterol or less
    B. contains 20 milligrams of cholesterol or less
    C. low in saturated fatty acids
    D. contains 20 milligrams of cholesterol or less and is low in saturated fatty acids

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “lean” means which of the following?
    A.cooked seafood, meat, or poultry with less than 5 percent fat
    B. cooked seafood, meat, or poultry with less than 12 percent fat
    C. cooked seafood, meat, or poultry with less than 17 percent fat
    D. cooked seafood, meat, or poultry with less than 25 percent fat

 

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Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “fat free” means which of the following?
    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 serving

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. A nutrient claim of “reduced fat or low in fat” means which of the following?
    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 3 grams or less of fat per serving

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-18 Reading Food Labels

  1. Salmonella bacteria is commonly found in all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.raw or undercooked eggs
    B. poultry
    C. milk and dairy products
    D. raw vegetables

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. E. coli bacteria are most often found in which of the following?
    A.raw milk
    B. rare ground beef
    C. fish
    D. raw milk and rare ground beef

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. Listeria monocytogenes causes illness for approximately how many Canadians each year?
    A.100 to 140
    B. 140 to 250
    C. 250 to 500
    D. 500 or more

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria is mainly found in the following location:
    A.nasal passages
    B. skin sores
    C. moles
    D. skin sores and nasal passages

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

  1. Listeria is particularly dangerous for all the following groups, EXCEPT:
    A.pregnant women
    B. babies and children
    C. people with weakened immune systems
    D. young adults

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-20 Protecting Yourself Against Food-Borne Illness

Connie is satisfied with her weight but would like to improve her eating habits. She typically has several slices of toast and a large coffee for breakfast, a turkey sandwich and chips or sausage pizza for lunch, and a pasta dish with baked chicken or pork chops for supper. She often has an evening snack of fat-free pudding or yogurt. She drinks unsweetened iced tea, regular colas, water, and an occasional glass of milk.

 

  1. Connie could adjust her diet closer to that recommended by Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide by increasing her daily servings of all the following, EXCEPT:
    A.vegetables.
    B. whole grains.
    C. refined sugars.
    D. fresh fruit and 100% fruit juice.

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-14 Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide

  1. Connie’s current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?
    A.calcium
    B. fibre
    C. protein
    D. folate

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. 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?
    A.regular pop
    B. unsweetened iced tea
    C. water
    D. low-fat milk

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Apply
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-09 Water: Vital but Often Ignored

  1. How many French fries are in one small serving (75g)?
    A.10-15
    B. 15-20
    C. 20-25
    D. 25-30

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Canadians, on average, consume _____g of trans fatty acids each day.
    A.1.2
    B. 2.3
    C. 3.4
    D. 4.5

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-02 Calories

  1. Worldwide, _____ percent of childhood deaths and _____ percent of diseases are attributable to undernutrition.
    A.45, 11
    B. 35, 17
    C. 25, 21
    D. 35, 11

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-03 Proteins: The Basis of Body Structure

  1. At least _____ percent of fractures in people 50 years of age and older are related to osteoporosis.
    A.50
    B. 60
    C. 70
    D. 80

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-07 Vitamins: Organic Micronutrients

  1. About _____ percent of children aged five to nine have a peanut allergy.
    A.2
    B. 5
    C. 8
    D. 12

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-25 Food Allergies and Food Intolerances

 

Short Answer Questions

  1. Identify the six classes of essential nutrients; for each, give at least two major functions it performs in the body and two key food sources.

Answers will vary

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-01 List the essential nutrients; and describe the functions they perform in the body.
Topic: 05-01 Nutritional Requirements: Components of a Healthy Diet

  1. List and describe the various types of vegetarian diets mentioned in your text. Discuss at least two advantages and disadvantages associated with choosing this type of diet.

Answers will vary

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Blooms: Understand
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-03 Discuss nutritional guidelines for vegetarians and for special population groups.
Topic: 05-15 The Vegetarian Alternative

  1. List the food groups in Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. For each group, provide the suggested range of daily servings.

Answers will vary

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-02 Describe the guidelines that have been developed to help people choose a healthy diet; avoid nutritional deficiencies; and reduce their risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
Topic: 05-14 Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide

  1. Put together a sample day’s diet that meets the recommended number of servings for all the food groups in Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide.

Answers will vary

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Create
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-14 Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide

  1. Josh is a freshman and needs eating strategies when he has his meals in the dining hall. List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

Answers will vary

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Remember
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 05-05 Put together a personal nutrition plan based on affordable foods that you enjoy and that will promote wellness; today as well as in the future.
Topic: 05-16 Dietary Challenges for Special Population Groups

  1. Select one of the following food-related issues and take a position-pro or con. Describe your point of view and your reasoning; give at least three arguments to support your position.

    Wider use of genetically-modified foods
    Greater regulation of dietary supplements
    Wider use of food irradiation

Answers will vary

 

Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Blooms: Evaluate
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 05-04 Explain how to use food labels and other consumer tools to make informed choices about foods.
Topic: 05-22 Additives in Food
Topic: 05-23 Food Irradiation
Topic: 05-24 Genetically Modified Foods

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