Question 1

The concept of nutrient density is most helpful in achieving which principle of diet planning?

Accepted Answer

A)   Variety
B)   Moderation
C)   Balance
D)   Adequacy
E)   Calorie control

Question 2

All of the following are equivalent to 1 ounce of grains except :

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A)   1 slice of bread.
B)   1 English muffin.
C)   3 cups popcorn.
D)   1/2 cup cooked pasta.

Question 3

All of the following foods contain phytochemicals except :

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A)   skim milk.
B)   mushrooms.
C)   canned peas.
D)   a frozen tofu burger.

Question 4

All of the following are equivalent to 1 ounce from the protein foods group except :

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A)   1 egg.
B)   1/4 cup cooked dry beans.
C)   3 tbsp peanut butter.
D)   1/2 cup split pea soup.

Question 5

Zach eats a 2000-calorie diet and therefore should eat no more than 65 grams of fat per day. While at the mall he had a soft pretzel (6 grams of fat)  and a mocha coffee drink (20 grams of fat) . How many more grams of fat can Zach have to stay within his fat "budget"?

Accepted Answer

A)   26
B)   39
C)   91
D)   There is not enough information provided. B

Question 6

Steven is 9 years old and loves to drink orange juice whenever he can. He often drinks orange juice instead of eating food. Which characteristic of healthy eating is this not in agreement with?

Accepted Answer

A)   Balance
B)   Calorie control
C)   Moderation
D)   Adequacy

Question 7

For which nutrient is the current U.S. diet closest to meeting the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans intake recommendation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamin D
B)   Potassium
C)   Calcium
D)   Sodium C

Question 8

Which of the following is not a nutrient-dense food choice?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bologna
B)   Water-packed tuna
C)   A baked potato
D)   Whole grain bread
E)   An orange

Question 9

David wants to lower his risk of heart disease and decides to follow the Mediterranean diet. How often should he consume olive oil?

Accepted Answer

A)   Daily
B)   A few times a week
C)   A few times a month
D)   Never

Question 10

Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)  should not be used to:

Accepted Answer

A)   estimate nutrient requirements for healthy people.
B)   assess dietary nutrient adequacy.
C)   plan diets.
D)   treat persons with diet-related illnesses.

Question 11

Which of the following does not equal 1 tsp from the "Oils" group?

Accepted Answer

A)   1 tbsp low-fat mayonnaise
B)   2 tbsp light salad dressing
C)   1 oz peanuts
D)   1 tbsp soft margarine

Question 12

The RDA for a nutrient is set at which point?

Accepted Answer

A)   A point high enough to cover most healthy people
B)   A minimum value you are supposed to exceed
C)   An average value
D)   An upper limit to prevent overdoses

Question 13

A food label can make a health claim for sugar alcohols. Which disease is this nutrient associated with a lower risk of?

Accepted Answer

A)   Heart disease
B)   Cancer
C)   Tooth decay
D)   Liver disease

Question 14

Compare the differences between meals served in a typical American Italian or American Chinese restaurant to meals traditionally eaten in these countries.

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Question 15

Which are the only vitamins that must appear on a food label?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamins D and E
B)   Folate and niacin
C)   Riboflavin and vitamin C
D)   Vitamins C and A D

Question 16

Propose five suggestions for smart snacking and discuss their value in achieving a healthy diet.

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Question 17

Explain why the "% Daily Value" is used on food labels rather than the DRI values.

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Question 18

Vignette #1 Carly is an overweight 21 year old who is committed to good health after taking a nutrition course. She realizes that being a savvy shopper is part of the process and decides to learn how to look more critically at food labels. She picks up two different boxes of ready-to-eat breakfast cereal and sees the food labels shown in Figure 1. Help Carly evaluate these 2 breakfast cereals.  Which cereal would provide the fewest calories per serving?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cereal #1
B)   Cereal #2
C)   Both cereals have the same calories per serving.
D)   It is impossible to determine from the information provided.

Question 19

Peaches are a food source of vitamins A and C. Why would a raw peach be considered a more nutrient-dense snack than a serving of peaches canned in light syrup?

Accepted Answer

A)   The canned peaches are more processed than the raw peach.
B)   The raw peach is brighter in color than the canned peaches.
C)   The raw peach contains more vitamins per calorie than the canned peaches.
D)   The canned peaches contain more vitamins per calorie than the raw peach.

Question 20

Louise would like to lose some weight. How might the exchange lists be helpful to her?

Accepted Answer

A)   Louise can easily compare several brands of a particular food to find the most nutrient-dense version.
B)   Louise can identify low-calorie foods rich in each of the essential vitamins and minerals.
C)   Louise can mix and match the portion sizes for different foods that provide the same number of calories to plan calorie-controlled meals.
D)   Louise can determine which foods will prevent her from developing diabetes if she consumes them on a regular basis as she loses weight.

Exam 2: The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

The concept of nutrient density is most helpful in achieving which principle of diet planning?

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All of the following are equivalent to 1 ounce of grains except :

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All of the following foods contain phytochemicals except :

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All of the following are equivalent to 1 ounce from the protein foods group except :

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Zach eats a 2000-calorie diet and therefore should eat no more than 65 grams of fat per day. While at the mall he had a soft pretzel (6 grams of fat) and a mocha coffee drink (20 grams of fat) . How many more grams of fat can Zach have to stay within his fat "budget"?

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Steven is 9 years old and loves to drink orange juice whenever he can. He often drinks orange juice instead of eating food. Which characteristic of healthy eating is this not in agreement with?

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For which nutrient is the current U.S. diet closest to meeting the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans intake recommendation?

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Which of the following is not a nutrient-dense food choice?

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David wants to lower his risk of heart disease and decides to follow the Mediterranean diet. How often should he consume olive oil?

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Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) should not be used to:

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Which of the following does not equal 1 tsp from the "Oils" group?

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The RDA for a nutrient is set at which point?

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A food label can make a health claim for sugar alcohols. Which disease is this nutrient associated with a lower risk of?

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Compare the differences between meals served in a typical American Italian or American Chinese restaurant to meals traditionally eaten in these countries.

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Which are the only vitamins that must appear on a food label?

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Propose five suggestions for smart snacking and discuss their value in achieving a healthy diet.

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Explain why the "% Daily Value" is used on food labels rather than the DRI values.

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Peaches are a food source of vitamins A and C. Why would a raw peach be considered a more nutrient-dense snack than a serving of peaches canned in light syrup?

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Louise would like to lose some weight. How might the exchange lists be helpful to her?

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Exam 2: The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

The concept of nutrient density is most helpful in achieving which principle of diet planning?

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All of the following are equivalent to 1 ounce of grains except :

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All of the following foods contain phytochemicals except :

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All of the following are equivalent to 1 ounce from the protein foods group except :

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Zach eats a 2000-calorie diet and therefore should eat no more than 65 grams of fat per day. While at the mall he had a soft pretzel (6 grams of fat) and a mocha coffee drink (20 grams of fat) . How many more grams of fat can Zach have to stay within his fat "budget"?

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Steven is 9 years old and loves to drink orange juice whenever he can. He often drinks orange juice instead of eating food. Which characteristic of healthy eating is this not in agreement with?

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For which nutrient is the current U.S. diet closest to meeting the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans intake recommendation?

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Which of the following is not a nutrient-dense food choice?

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David wants to lower his risk of heart disease and decides to follow the Mediterranean diet. How often should he consume olive oil?

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Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) should not be used to:

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Which of the following does not equal 1 tsp from the "Oils" group?

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The RDA for a nutrient is set at which point?

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A food label can make a health claim for sugar alcohols. Which disease is this nutrient associated with a lower risk of?

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Compare the differences between meals served in a typical American Italian or American Chinese restaurant to meals traditionally eaten in these countries.

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Which are the only vitamins that must appear on a food label?

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Propose five suggestions for smart snacking and discuss their value in achieving a healthy diet.

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Explain why the "% Daily Value" is used on food labels rather than the DRI values.

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Peaches are a food source of vitamins A and C. Why would a raw peach be considered a more nutrient-dense snack than a serving of peaches canned in light syrup?

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Louise would like to lose some weight. How might the exchange lists be helpful to her?

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