Test Bank For Human Nutrition Science for Healthy Living 2Nd Edition By Tammy Stephenson
Human Nutrition, 2e (Stephenson)
Chapter 1 Introduction to Nutrition
1) Which of the following statements is true?
A) Nutrients are life-sustaining phytochemicals in food.
B) In the United States, poor eating habits contribute to some of the ten leading causes of death.
C) A person’s diet is influenced by his or her blood type and birth order.
D) Most people are born with the ability to choose a nutritious diet.
Answer: B
Section: 01.01
Topic: Nutrition basics; Public health and nutrition; Demographic trends and statistics
Bloom’s: 1. Remember
Learning Outcome: 01.01.01 Explain why it is important to study nutrition.
Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
2) Studying nutrition is important to
A) obtain enough energy to sustain life.
B) select the appropriate mix of nutrients for proper body functioning.
C) reduce dependence on animal food products.
D) avoid pesticides and hormones in the food supply.
Answer: B
Section: 01.01
Topic: Nutrition basics
Bloom’s: 2. Understand
Learning Outcome: 01.01.01 Explain why it is important to study nutrition.
Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
3) In the United States, consumers eat more ________ than recommended.
A) cheese
B) vegetables
C) fish
D) whole grains
Answer: A
Section: 01.01
Topic: Food sources; Demographic trends and statistics
Bloom’s: 1. Remember
Learning Outcome: 01.01.02 Describe Americans’ current food-buying practices and how they compare to dietary recommendations.
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4) Most Americans purchase less than recommended amounts of
A) fruits.
B) sugary beverages.
C) red meats.
D) refined grain products.
Answer: A
Section: 01.01
Topic: Food sources; Demographic trends and statistics
Bloom’s: 1. Remember
Learning Outcome: 01.01.02 Describe Americans’ current food-buying practices and how they compare to dietary recommendations.
Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
5) Which of the following is NOT true about water?
A) Water is an essential nutrient.
B) Water plays a role in regulation of body temperature.
C) Water is necessary for elimination of waste from the body.
D) Water is necessary for immune function.
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