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Nutrition Education

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1. Compared to the consumption of whole fruits and vegetables - large doses of individual nutrients or phytochemicals...






2. Which micronutrient enhances iron absorption?






3. The main food source of EPA and DHA is...






4. The omega-3 fatty acid - alpha linolenicacid is converted in the body to...






5. Most case control studies do NOT find that women with higher soy intakes are at lower risk of breast cancer except for...






6. Most case control studies do NOT find that women with higher soy intakes are at lower risk of breast cancer except for...






7. A critical function of Vitamin D is...






8. Some studies suggest that consumption of moderate amounts of coffee is associated with decreased risk of Type 2 diabetes - colorectal cancer and cirrhosis of the liver. Based on this evidence - the following advice can be given...






9. Which of the following describes a major function of vitamin E?






10. During the refining of grain products -which nutrient rich components are lost?






11. Essential fatty acids cannot be synthesized by humans and must be consumed in the diet. The two essential fatty acids are...






12. Which of the following are plant derived compounds that are very similar in structure and function to cholesterol...






13. Carbohydrates...






14. Positive energy balance...






15. Vitamin K plays a vital role in...






16. 3 g of fat contains...






17. A low pH (e.g. pH=3) - means the solution is...






18. Capillaries






19. Vitamin E deficiency can cause...






20. And some studies suggest that consumption of moderate amounts ofcoffee is associated with decreased risk of type two diabetes - Colorectal cancer - andarmmosis of the liver. Been based on the evidence the following advice can be given...

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21. High intakes of the carotenoids - lutein and zeaxanthin are associated with asignificantly lower risk of developing...






22. retrospective method of dietary assessment requires a person






23. In addition to age - sex - weight - and height - what other factor has a majoreffect on the energy requirement of an individual?






24. Essential fatty acids






25. A vitamin D deficiency can result in...






26. Adding nuts to a diet that is low in saturated fat results in significant reductionsin...






27. Teas may be grouped into three groups (white and green teas - oolong teas and black tea) based on...






28. Which vitamin has the greatest risk of toxicity from large doses






29. Leafy green vegetables are good sources of carotenoids






30. The health benefits specifically associated with cruciferous vegetables are thought to be related to their _______________ content.






31. DASH stands for...






32. The most biologically active form of vitamin E is






33. Fat free' means






34. Insulin...






35. Foods with glycemic indices greater than 70 are considered high-glycemicfoods because...






36. High preformed vitamin A intake may reduce risk of bone fractures in older people.






37. All is true of niacin - except...






38. A number of studies have indicated thatcoffee consumption may






39. Adding nuts to the diet that is low in saturated fat results in significant reductions in...






40. Adipose tissue is what?






41. Carbohydrates - Protein and lipids are called macronutrients because...






42. What are the building blocks of protein?






43. Supplementation with EPA and DHA to relieve joint tenderness in inflammatory diseases generally takes at least ___________ before benefits are observed.






44. Which food group scores the highest on the Aggregate NutrientDensity Index (ANDI)






45. Vitamin B2...






46. Water soluble vitamins...






47. Trans fatty acids...






48. Vitamins...






49. The energy in which of the following substances is used DIRECTLY by all cells to power all the processes needed by the body






50. Taking beta carotene or vitamin A in supplemental form is not recommended because...