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Chemical compounds that supply the energy and raw materials we need to survive are known as

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nutrients

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Which of the following food choices would be considered the least healthy in terms of fat content

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fettuccine Alfredo

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People under stress often

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use sugar to alter energy levels

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A measure of the amount of chemical energy that a food provides is known as

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a calorie

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Which nutrient makes up antibodies that protect us from disease, assists with building and repair of bone and skin, and helps to transport oxygen?

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protein

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Substances that form the major structural components of the body are known as

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proteins

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Which of the following would be considered a complete protein source

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steak

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A good source of complex carbohydrate includes

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squash

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The glycemic index is a measure of the rate at which foods

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raise blood sugar levels

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The fatty acids in most foods and in the body occur in the form of

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triglycerides

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An oil high in monounsaturated fatty acid is

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olive oil.

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HDL cholesterol

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helps protect against heart disease

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Deficiency of what vitamin causes rickets in children

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vitamin D

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The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for sodium is

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2400 mg or less per day.

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The condition in which the body fails to produce enough hemoglobin in the blood is termed

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iron-deficiency anemia

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Which mineral helps regulate pH balance

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phosphorus

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Which mineral assists with the breakdown of glucose

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chromium

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Dehydration can result in a deficiency of this mineral, which can cause paralysis and can actually stop the heart

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potassium

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Water is used in the body to

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facilitate transport of substances

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Excess hydration, or water intoxication, is clinically known as

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hyponatremia

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Active adults need about 1,200 to 1,500 calories of food energy per day (t/f)

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False

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Monounsaturated fatty acids contain only one saturated region (t/f)

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True

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All food sources of fats and oils contain both saturated and unsaturated fats (t/f)

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True

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"Low-fat" cookies made with vegetable shortening are generally healthy foods (t/f)

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false

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Excess fat-soluble vitamins tend to be stored in the body (t/f)

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true

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Smoked meats tend to be low in sodium. (t/f)

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false

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Acute iron toxicity is the leading cause of accidental poisoning in small children in the United States (t/f)

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true

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A person's need for water remains fairly constant regardless of diet and exercise (t/f)

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false

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The current USDA ChooseMyPlate.gov website

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gives specific serving guides for each food group

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The Harvard Medical School pyramid recommends minimizing the consumption of

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refined carbohydrates

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Foods that typically make you feel full and keep you satisfied longer

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consist of higher amounts of fiber

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Oxygen derivatives that can cause the body damage are known as

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free radicals

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The U.S. government requires that every food package list all ingredients in order of largest to smallest ingredient by weight (t/f)

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true

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Vitamin C is an antioxidant. (t/f)

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true

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The best sources of energy during exercise are

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carbs

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Jan is an endurance athlete. Due to her activity level, she needs more calories than the average female. For her to perform at her peak, it is recommended that the majority of her calories come from

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complex carbs

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A rise in the importation of fresh fruits and vegetables from developing countries increases the risk of food borne illnesses (t/f)

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true

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Carbs are bad for us and can make us gain weight if we eat any of them (t/f)

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false

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According to the Campus Dietitian, why should half of your meal consist of fruits and veggies?

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all above

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