Nutrition Questions
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Which type of diabetes is an autoimmune disease?
Janet consumes a piece of steak. The protein in this steak is broken down into what by the body?
Which of the following foods contain all of the essential amino acids?QuinoaRiceSteakBeans Cheese Almond milk
At her 6 month old appointment, Kate had gained 2lbs from her last visit and is following her curve on the growth chart. Is she in positive, negative nitrogen balance or in nitrogen equilibrium?
Charlie eats a burrito bowl that consists of steak, broccoli, whole grain rice and black beans. Put the foods in order of most protein dense to least protein dense.
Harry is 85 years old and weighs 175lbs (79.5kg). How much protein should he consume each day?
Vitamin B6 deficiency disease association
20. In adults over age 80, the greatest dietary concern is a. preventing weight gain. b. increasing lean body mass. c. maintaining adequate nutritional status. d. preventing coronary heart disease and cancer.
29. Alcohol abuse is associated with poor nutritional status because a. alcohol intake increases basal metabolic rate. b. alcoholic beverages displace healthful foods from the diet. c. alcohol increases the desire for foods high in fat and sugar. d. alcoholics often eat in bars that serve a limited number of foods.
30. An example of rationalizing is a. restricting food intake by rationing food. b. coping with stress using biofeedback techniques. c. identifying emotional triggers for eating. d. using a busy schedule to justify poor food choices.
What is generated as a result of metabolism of nutrients
Which macronutrients use the Lipogenesis pathway
24. The Emergency Food Assistance Program supplements the dietary intake of low-income households by distributing basic commodities and a. providing education on preparation of low-cost foods. b. reducing government-held surplus dairy commodities. c. distributing excess commodities to developing nations. d. providing specific nutrient-dense foods for young children and older adults.
15. Sensitivity of taste receptors may be altered if an individual has an inadequate intake of a. zinc. b. iron. c. vitamin C. d. vitamin B12.
26. Chewing and swallowing difficulties in older adults increase the risk of a. vomiting. b. hiatal hernia. c. food asphyxiation. d. gastroesophageal reflux.
22. An appropriate way to maintain a healthy body weight includes a. eating only at set mealtimes. b. learning to respond to actual hunger cues. c. counting calories to restrict energy intake. d. avoiding foods that are high in fat and added sugar.
21. The Child and Adult Care Food Program helps provide food for a. school-age children and institutionalized older adults. b. children and adults with physical and mental disabilities while they attend daycare facilities. c. low-income families caring for preschool-age children and dependent elderly family members. d. children up to age 12, senior citizens, and certain handicapped people who participate in daycare programs.
25. The Senior Nutrition Program provides meals for ___ age 60 years or older. a. anyone b. disabled adults c. low-income adults d. socially isolated adults
Which macornutrients use the Glucogeogenis pathway
23. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides a. emergency food supplies for people living below the poverty level. b. a list of foods that meet specific nutrient and health requirements. c. coupons toward the purchase of foods for people with low income. d. nutrition supplements for at risk individuals and families.