Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences

Who needs to take a nutrient supplement?

Who needs to take a nutrient supplement?

Who needs to take a nutrient supplement?
A. a pregnant woman
B. a young adolescent attending high school who misses breakfast at least a couple of times a week
C. a stressed-out college student studying for finals
D. a middle-aged

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Epidemiological research is A. research done on animals. B. research done by obs

Epidemiological research is A. research done on animals. B. research done by obs

Epidemiological research is
A. research done on animals.
B. research done by observing populations of people.
C. research done under controlled conditions.
D. research in a laboratory setting.

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Dr. Simon's team was conducting a study on the relationship between iron and vit

Dr. Simon's team was conducting a study on the relationship between iron and vit

Dr. Simon's team was conducting a study on the relationship between iron and vitamin C intakes and the rate of infections in a small population of college students. They needed to assess the intake of these two nutrients in the subjects. What wo

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What is one of the drawbacks of using a food record to collect dietary intake in

What is one of the drawbacks of using a food record to collect dietary intake in

What is one of the drawbacks of using a food record to collect dietary intake information?
A. It doesn't show how much the individual eats.
B. It doesn't show when foods are consumed.
C. It may not be reliable.
D! all of

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In a physical examination, which of the following would a dietitian be most like

In a physical examination, which of the following would a dietitian be most like

In a physical examination, which of the following would a dietitian be most likely to examine for evidence of poor nutrition?
A. skin condition
B. heart rate
C. joint function
D. spinal alignment

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Which of the following would not be a standard method for assessing the nutritio

Which of the following would not be a standard method for assessing the nutritio

Which of the following would not be a standard method for assessing the nutritional status of individuals?
A. conducting dietary intake assessments
B. collecting anthropometric data
C. conducting psychological exams
D. collecting

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The primary mode by which scientists share their research findings is A. by writ

The primary mode by which scientists share their research findings is A. by writ

The primary mode by which scientists share their research findings is
A. by writing about it in the newspaper.
B. by giving talks at local community gatherings.
C. by publishing in a peer-reviewed journal.
D. by giving interviews

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What are two means by which dietary information may be collected from individual

What are two means by which dietary information may be collected from individual

What are two means by which dietary information may be collected from individuals in order to assess their nutritional status?

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How does an acute illness differ from a chronic illness?

How does an acute illness differ from a chronic illness?

How does an acute illness differ from a chronic illness?

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A cup of split-pea soup with ham contains 10g protein, 4g fat, and 28g carbohydr

A cup of split-pea soup with ham contains 10g protein, 4g fat, and 28g carbohydr

A cup of split-pea soup with ham contains 10g protein, 4g fat, and 28g carbohydrates. What is its energy value?

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What is the advantage of a double-blind study?

What is the advantage of a double-blind study?

What is the advantage of a double-blind study?

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Which of the following are essential nutrients?

Which of the following are essential nutrients?

Which of the following are essential nutrients?
A. lipids
B. vitamins
C. proteins
D! all of the above

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Why is it important to publish scientific research in a peer-reviewed journal?

Why is it important to publish scientific research in a peer-reviewed journal?

Why is it important to publish scientific research in a peer-reviewed journal?

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Why is alcohol not considered a nutrient?

Why is alcohol not considered a nutrient?

Why is alcohol not considered a nutrient?

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Are macronutrients more important for optimal health than micronutrients? Why or

Are macronutrients more important for optimal health than micronutrients? Why or

Are macronutrients more important for optimal health than micronutrients? Why or why not?

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Explain how a nonessential nutrient can become essential for the body.

Explain how a nonessential nutrient can become essential for the body.

Explain how a nonessential nutrient can become essential for the body.

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What are the six classes of nutrients?

What are the six classes of nutrients?

What are the six classes of nutrients?

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What are functional foods?

What are functional foods?

What are functional foods?

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Summarize the best dietary strategy to reduce the risk of developing chronic dis

Summarize the best dietary strategy to reduce the risk of developing chronic dis

Summarize the best dietary strategy to reduce the risk of developing chronic disease.

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Discuss the current nutritional state of the American diet and its consequences.

Discuss the current nutritional state of the American diet and its consequences.

Discuss the current nutritional state of the American diet and its consequences.

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Explain how nutritional genomics may have significant effects on health and dise

Explain how nutritional genomics may have significant effects on health and dise

Explain how nutritional genomics may have significant effects on health and disease.

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What is nutrition and why is it important for our health and well-being?

What is nutrition and why is it important for our health and well-being?

What is nutrition and why is it important for our health and well-being?

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What are some advantages and disadvantages in using the Internet to research nut

What are some advantages and disadvantages in using the Internet to research nut

What are some advantages and disadvantages in using the Internet to research nutrition information?

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List five common deceptive statements often made by health quacks.

List five common deceptive statements often made by health quacks.

List five common deceptive statements often made by health quacks.

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List three types of experts to consult for credible nutrition advice, and explai

List three types of experts to consult for credible nutrition advice, and explai

List three types of experts to consult for credible nutrition advice, and explain their qualifications.

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What are four questions to ask yourself when evaluating nutrition news in the me

What are four questions to ask yourself when evaluating nutrition news in the me

What are four questions to ask yourself when evaluating nutrition news in the media?

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Which of the following leading causes of death in the United States is related t

Which of the following leading causes of death in the United States is related t

Which of the following leading causes of death in the United States is related to nutrition?
A. kidney disease
B. Alzheimer's disease
C. heart disease
D. respiratory disease

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Which of the following may possess health benefits due to naturally occurring ph

Which of the following may possess health benefits due to naturally occurring ph

Which of the following may possess health benefits due to naturally occurring phytochemicals?
A. table salt
B. refined sugar
C. vegetables
D. food coloring

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Which of the following can be classified as functional foods?

Which of the following can be classified as functional foods?

Which of the following can be classified as functional foods?
A. soybeans and soy-based foods
B. whole grains
C. berries, cherries, and red grapes
D! all of the above

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Jada's parents both worked from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. every day. When Jada and her

Jada's parents both worked from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. every day. When Jada and her

Jada's parents both worked from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. every day. When Jada and her sister got home from school each day, they ate a snack and did homework until dinner time. Jada's mom was tired at the end of the day and often stopped at the

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Which of the following has the least effect on the foods that we choose to eat?

Which of the following has the least effect on the foods that we choose to eat?

Which of the following has the least effect on the foods that we choose to eat?
A. the people that surround us
B. the weather forecast for the next month
C. exams and other school-related stress
D. the nutrition information on the

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Japan is an island nation surrounded by ocean. Fish and other seafood play a key

Japan is an island nation surrounded by ocean. Fish and other seafood play a key

Japan is an island nation surrounded by ocean. Fish and other seafood play a key role in Japanese cuisine. This represents an example of the influence of ________ in food choice.
A. genetics
B. environment
C. advertising
D. health

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What is the scientific method?

What is the scientific method?

What is the scientific method?
A. a research question that is raised by a group of scientists
B. a careful process of gathering and testing information by scientists to further research
C. an explanation of the research findings of a g

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In conducting experimental research, the purpose of having a control group is to

In conducting experimental research, the purpose of having a control group is to

In conducting experimental research, the purpose of having a control group is to
A. increase the sample size.
B. be able to improve variability within a sample.
C. be able to observe multiple effects at the same time.
D. provide a

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One of the early signs of cardiovascular disease is an increase in the blood LDL

One of the early signs of cardiovascular disease is an increase in the blood LDL

One of the early signs of cardiovascular disease is an increase in the blood LDL cholesterol level. The best tool to detect this would be
A. anthropometric measurement.
B. physical examination.
C. laboratory tests.
D. dietary anal

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The most abundant nutrient that the body and all foods are composed of is A. wat

The most abundant nutrient that the body and all foods are composed of is A. wat

The most abundant nutrient that the body and all foods are composed of is
A. water.
B. carbohydrate.
C. fat.
D. protein.

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Organic nutrients include all of the following except A. proteins. B. minerals.

Organic nutrients include all of the following except A. proteins. B. minerals.

Organic nutrients include all of the following except
A. proteins.
B. minerals.
C. vitamins.
D. carbohydrates.

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The consumption of excess kilocalories results in the accumulation of A. carbohy

The consumption of excess kilocalories results in the accumulation of A. carbohy

The consumption of excess kilocalories results in the accumulation of
A. carbohydrates.
B. protein.
C. fat.
D! all of the above

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Regulation of energy metabolism is a key function of A. vitamins. B. fiber. C. p

Regulation of energy metabolism is a key function of A. vitamins. B. fiber. C. p

Regulation of energy metabolism is a key function of
A. vitamins.
B. fiber.
C. phytochemicals.
D. caffeine.

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All of the following statements are true about minerals except A. They are organ

All of the following statements are true about minerals except A. They are organ

All of the following statements are true about minerals except
A. They are organic.
B. They are essential.
C. They are important in structural tissues like bones and teeth.
D. They play a role in the maintenance of fluid balance.

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