Which energy nutrient should make up the majority of calories in a healthy diet?
A) Complex carbohydrates
B) Sugars
C) Protein
D) Fat
E) Alpha-linoleic acid
Q. 2Excessive consumption of alcohol has been linked to development of all of the following types of cancer EXCEPT:
a. breast.
b. throat.
c. mouth.
d. stomach.
Q. 3Which type of dietary fat tends to increase the risk for heart disease?
A) Saturated fat
B) Trans fat
C) Polyunsaturated fat
D) Cholesterol
E) a, b
Q. 4All of the following are true regarding regular consumption of hot dogs, luncheon meats, and vegetables preserved with nitrates EXCEPT:
a. bacon and pickled vegetables contain high levels.
b. most cancer cases associated with nitrates occur in the U.S.
c. it increases the risk of cancer of the stomach.
d. it increases the risk of cancer of the liver.
Q. 5Which of the following types of fat is over-consumed by U.S. adults?
A) Monounsaturated fat
B) Polyunsaturated fat
C) Saturated fat
D) Alpha-linolenic acid
Q. 6The cancer-protective components of whole grains include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. nitrates.
b. phytochemicals.
c. fiber.
d. unsaturated fatty acids.
Q. 7What is the name of the diet that is primarily based on bread, olives, nuts, fruits, vegetables, beans, and fish?
A) The MyPyramid plan
B) The DASH diet plan
C) The Atkins diet
D) The Mediterranean diet
E) The American diet
Q. 8Frequent consumption of which of the following foods has been associated with decreased risk of breast and ovarian cancer?
a. Black and green teas
b. Dark chocolate
c. Oatmeal
d. Tomatoes and tomato products
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