Omega-3 fatty acids protect heart health by:
a. decreasing time for blood to clot.
b. raising the blood pressure.
c. preventing inflammation.
d. lowering phospholipids.
Q. 2In order to lower both total blood cholesterol and LDL, it is recommended that one include foods in the diet that contain linoleic acid such as that found in:
a. egg whites.
b. fresh fruits.
c. green leafy vegetables.
d. canola, corn, and safflower oils.
Q. 3A client states that he will be able to get his cholesterol down if he just changes his diet and exercises more. What information would be helpful for him to know?
a. Diet and exercise will not lower cholesterol level.
b. In addition, reducing omega-6 fatty acids will reduce risk of heart disease.
c. In some persons, genetics can influence the production of cholesterol in the body that is not controlled by behavior changes.
d. Reducing plant foods containing cholesterol and animal products in the diet will facilitate cholesterol lowering.
Q. 4A client preferring a low carbohydrate diet should select which item from the menu?
a. baked sweet potato
b. green beans
c. succotash
d. bean soup
Q. 5The amount of carbohydrates in an 1800-kcalorie diet should be:
a. 42-92 grams
b. 203-293 grams
c. 360-630 kcalories
d. 1260-1440 kcalories
Q. 6The following diet is most likely to prevent or delay onset of type 2 diabetes:
a. low glycemic and high fiber.
b. high fat and low carbohydrate.
c. low fat and high carbohydrate.
d. high protein and high glycemic.
Q. 7A mother is concerned that her child will not be able to brush his teeth for a few hours after eating while on an outing. Which of the following snacks will not promote tooth decay?
a. string cheese
b. pretzels
c. raisins
d. apple
Q. 8When teaching clients how to read food labels, which of the following ingredients listed does not refer to sugar content?
a. dextrose
b. fructose
c. sucralose
d. corn sweeteners
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