A general function of vitamin C is its action as a(n) ____.

A general function of vitamin C is its action as a(n) ____.
 a. antioxidant
 b. antiviral agent
 c. anti-cancer agent
 d. anti-anxiety agent
  e. free radical

Q. 2

High carbohydrate diets (> than 55 of calories) will raise plasma triglyceride levels in some people, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 3

Riboflavin is destroyed by ____.
 a. heat
 b. acid
 c. ultraviolet light
 d. alkali
 e. temperatures below 35 degrees

Q. 4

Carbohydrates are blameless in weight gain; high carbohydrates are often recommended for weight loss.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 5

When the diet contains an adequate amount of protein, the body can synthesize niacin from the amino acid ____.
 a. lysine
 b. tryptophan
 c. phenylalanine
  d. valine
 e. tyrosine

Q. 6

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans has yet to recognize vegetarian diets as meeting nutritional recommendations.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 7

Which statement best describes B vitamins?
 a. B vitamins are fat soluble.
 b. B vitamins become part of coenzymes.
 c. B vitamins are stored in adipose tissue.
 d. B vitamins are absorbed into lymph.
 e. B vitamins are stored and released by the liver.

Q. 8

The research on the Mediterranean Diet shows that adherence rates to this type of diet are better than for other traditional low-fat diets.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 9

The replacement of red blood cells depends most heavily on ____.
 a. thiamin
 b. riboflavin
 c. niacin
 d. folate
 e. vitamin B6