Quiz 18
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1. _____ protect people from age-related ailments, such as heart disease, immune disorders and arthritis.
A. Omega-3s
B. Omega-6s
C. Trans fats
D. Saturated fats
Worth 5 points
2. Which component of plant-based foods does the typical American under-consume?
A. Protein
B. Omega-6s
C. Simple sugars
D. Dietary fiber
Worth 5 points
3. Some amino acids are essential, meaning _____.
A. they are obtained from the diet because the body cant make them
B. the body makes sufficient amounts on its own
C. theyre complete proteins
D. they breaks down muscle tissue
Worth 5 points
4. Which is a source of complete protein?
A. Oatmeal
B. Avocado
C. Milk
D. Beans
Worth 5 points
5. _____ keep skin and brain functions healthy.
A. Omega-3s
B. Omega-6s
C. Trans fats
D. Saturated fats
Worth 5 points
6. Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
A. Potassium
B. Zinc
C. B
D. A
Worth 5 points
7. Several of the _____ vitamins are responsible for helping the body release energy from or metabolize food, build proteins and repair muscle tissue.
A. D
B. C
C. B
D. A
Worth 5 points
8. _____ can be grouped into two categories, major and trace, by the amount found in the body.
A. Minerals
B. Vitamins
C. Fats
D. Protein
Worth 5 points
9. The _____ minerals are calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and sodium.
A. trace
B. major
C. minor
D. complete
Worth 5 points
10. MyPlate guidelines suggest that _____ of the plate should be fruit and vegetables.
A. a quarter
B. one-third
C. half
D. three quarters
Worth 5 points
11. Which of the following is an example of whole grains from the grains group?
A. Pasta
B. Eggs
C. White bread
D. Brown rice
Worth 5 points
12. Eating excess amounts of salt can lead to dehydration by _____.
A. drawing water away from our cells
B. replacing water lost through sweating
C. decreasing your thirst
D. retaining water
Worth 5 points
13. Another name for processed sugar is _____.
A. honey
B. fruit
C. high-fructose corn syrup
D. electrolytes
Worth 5 points
14. At nine calories per gram, _____ is the most calorie-dense food component.
A. protein
B. fat
C. carbohydrates
D. calcium
Worth 5 points
15. Approximately what percentage of the adult population in the United States suffers from one or more food allergies?
A. 1
B. 5
C. 7
D. 10
Worth 5 points
16. _____ are special proteins that combat anything the body considers to be a foreign invader.
A. Intolerances
B. Amino acids
C. Antihistamines
D. Antibodies
Worth 5 points
17. One common intolerance to a type of sugar in food is _____.
A. seasonal allergies
B. dietary fiber
C. lactose intolerance
D. a peanut allergy
Worth 5 points
18. It is recommended that a person drink _____ cups of water 15 to 20 minutes prior to exercise.
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Worth 5 points
19. When a person realizes she is thirsty, she is _____.
A. suffering from hyponatremia
B. already dehydrated
C. a victim of heat exhaustion
D. intolerant to water
Worth 5 points
20. Long-term effects of eating disorders include all of the following EXCEPT ______.
A. dental problems
B. muscle wasting
C. heart problems
D. increased metabolism
Worth 5 points
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