Iron-deficiency anemia is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:
a. symptoms include flushed appearance.
b. the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced.
c. it shares the same characteristics as iron deficiency.
d. symptoms include rapid heart rate.
Q. 2What is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for protein?
A) 10-35
B) 20-45
C) 35-45
D) 45-65
E) 55-75
Q. 3What is the name of a condition characterized by porous bones due to the loss of minerals from the bones?
a. Bone cancer
b. Bow leg syndrome
c. Osteoporosis
d. Rickets
Q. 4What is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for carbohydrate?
A) 10-35
B) 20-45
C) 35-55
D) 45-65
E) 55-75
Q. 5All of the following are true regarding minerals EXCEPT:
a. 15 are considered essential.
b. the body contains 40 or more.
c. they consist of 2 or more atoms.
d. they carry a positive or negative charge.
Q. 6The Dietary Guidelines include which of the following recommendations?
A) Consume alcohol only in moderation: 1 drink a day for women and 2 drinks a day for men.
B) Limit sodium consumption to 4600 mg (approximately 2 tsp) per day.
C) Decrease dietary fiber.
D) Keep total fat intake less than 20 of total calories.
Q. 7Specific single atoms that perform specific functions in the body are called:
a. phytochemicals.
b. water.
c. minerals.
d. vitamins.
Q. 8Which of the following items equals one cup from the MyPyramid Fruits Group?
A) 1 whole watermelon
B) 1 cup of fruit juice
C) 1 cup dried fruit
D) 1/2 banana
Q. 9All of the following are phytochemicals that have antioxidant abilities EXCEPT:
a. lutein.
b. flavonoids.
c. nitrates.
d. lycopene.
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