Question 1

A nutrient claim of "lean" means which of the following?

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A)   cooked seafood, meat, or poultry with less than 12 percent fat
B)   cooked seafood, meat, or poultry with less than 5 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 fatE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

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A)   iron.
B)   zinc.
C)   phosphorus.
D)   calcium.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Moderate alcohol intake for women is no more than drink(s)  per day.

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A)   1/2
B)   1
C)   2
D)   3E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 4

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vitamins?

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A)   Vitamins are important in the maintenance of the immune system.
B)   Vitamins are best taken in the form of vitamin supplements.
C)   Vitamins are required by the body in large amounts.
D)   Vitamins provide direct energy to the body.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 5

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

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

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1. Fill half of your plate with fruits a...

Question 7

Listeria is particularly dangerous for all of the following groups, EXCEPT

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A)   young adults
B)   people with weakened immune systems
C)   pregnant women
D)   babies and childrenE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 8

Examples of trace minerals include

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A)   fluoride, copper, and zinc.
B)   magnesium and phosphorus.
C)   potassium, zinc, and iron.
D)   iodide, zinc, and chloride.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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

Question 10

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Salt consumption is most often from

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A)   processed and prepared foods.
B)   fruit juices.
C)   potassium rich foods.
D)   herbs and spices.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

Vitamin B12 is found naturally in all of the following, EXCEPT:

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A)   cheese.
B)   eggs.
C)   beef.
D)   broccoli.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

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

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A)   50%
B)   27%
C)   5%
D)   17%E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Cooked or refrigerated foods should not be left at room temperature for more than

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A)   1 hour.
B)   2 hours.
C)   3 hours.
D)   4 hours.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

A food rich in calcium is

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A)   apples.
B)   green leafy vegetables.
C)   nuts.
D)   lean meat.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 16

All of the following are TRUE about The Dietary Reference Intakes, EXCEPT

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A)   include standards for both recommended and maximum safe intakes.
B)   are a current set of dietary standards established by the Institute of Medicine.
C)   focus on the role of nutrients in promoting optimal health and preventing chronic diseases.
D)   focus on the role of vitamins in promoting optimal health and preventing acute diseases.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

The primary function of vitamins is to

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A)   supply energy to body cells.
B)   serve as an important component of muscle.
C)   regulate various chemical reactions within cells.
D)   provide texture and flavour to foods.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Soybeans are a good source of polyunsaturated fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Alcohol provides calories per gram.

Accepted Answer

A)   7
B)   4
C)   12
D)   9E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

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

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Soybeans are a good source of polyunsaturated fat.

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Salt consumption is most often from

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

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A nutrient claim of "lean" means which of the following?

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

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Moderate alcohol intake for women is no more than drink(s) per day.

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Examples of trace minerals include

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

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Alcohol provides calories per gram.

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Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?

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All of the following are TRUE about The Dietary Reference Intakes, EXCEPT

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Listeria is particularly dangerous for all of the following groups, EXCEPT

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A food rich in calcium is

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Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

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Vitamin B12 is found naturally in all of the following, EXCEPT:

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

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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vitamins?

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