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Principles of Nutrition Test 1 (Chapters 1 & 2)
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Principles of Nutrition Test 1 (Chapters 1 &2)
What are the six classes of nutrients? - ANS-1. Carbohydrates
2. Fats
3. Proteins
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Water
What are nutrients that do not provide energy or calories? - ANS-1. Vitamins
2. Minerals
3. Water
Which vitamins are fat soluble? - ANS-A, D, E, and K
What is the caloric value of each of the energy-yielding nutrients? - ANS-Carbohydrate
yields 4 calories per gram.
Protein yields 4 calories per gram.
Fat yields 9 calories per gram.
A piece of cheese pizza contains 52 grams of carbohydrate, 24 grams of protein, and
30 grams of fat. How many calories will it provide?
a. 544 calories
b. 574 calories
c. 624 calories
d. 645 calories - ANS-(52 x 4) + (24 x 4) + (30 x 9) = 574
b. 574 calories
Why is overnutrition a form of malnutrition? - ANS-Malnutrition is any condition caused
by an *excess*, deficiency, or *imbalance* of calories or nutrients. Overnutrition is a
form of malnutrition because of the excess or imbalance of calories or nutrients.
What are the leading causes of death in the United States in which diet plays a part? -
ANS-1. Heart disease
2. Cancer
3. Stroke
4. Diabetes
, 5. Hypertension
Identify the leading causes of death in which excess alcohol consumption plays a part: -
ANS-1. Motor vehicle and other accidents
2. Suicide
3. Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis
4. Homicide
Identify lifestyle elements associated with longevity: - ANS-1. Avoiding excess alcohol
2. Not smoking
3. Maintaining a healthful weight
4. Exercise regularly
5. Sleeping seven to eight hours a night
6. Eating breakfast
7. Eating nutritious, regular meals
Explain the difference between hunger and appetite: - ANS-Hunger: the physiological
need for food
Appetite: the psychological desire to eat
Why do social groups exert great influence on our food choices? - ANS-- People we eat
with may not eat healthy foods.
- People in social groups depend on one another and share a set of norms (peer
pressure, don't want to be rude).
- Family, friends, workers influence food choices the most.
Identify four methods for ordering more healthful fast-food meals and snacks: - ANS-1.
Don't supersize
2. Think grilled, not fried
3. Hold the mayo
4. Avoid all you can eat restaurants
Identify four methods for saving money and buying more healthful foods at the grocery
store: - ANS-1. Buy local foods and fresh foods in season
2. Shop from a list to help avoid buying unnecessary items
3. Reading the ingredients list and nutrition facts label on packaged foods
4. Shop the perimeter of the grocery store
How can you tell if a nutrition news story is noteworthy and a source of credible nutrition
information? - ANS-Use the CARS checklist to determine reliability/quality:
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