Untitled Flashcards Set

Here’s a 40-question exam based on the provided text: 1. Which term refers to a state in which a person is satisfied after eating and there is no further desire to eat? Answer: Satiety 2. What describes physiological influences that encourage us to find and eat food? Answer: Hunger 3. According to surveys from the USDA, what is the most commonly consumed vegetable in the United States? Answer: Potatoes 4. "Nutrition" is defined as Answer: The science that links foods to health and disease. 5. What is the leading nutrition-related cause of death in the United States? Answer: Heart disease 6. Which substances in fruits and vegetables provide significant health benefits, such as reducing the risk of cancer? Answer: Phytochemicals 7. A kilocalorie is a measure of Answer: Heat energy 8. Approximately _________ of adults in the United States are affected by overweight or obesity. Answer: Two-thirds 9. Where is the chief site of alcohol metabolism? Answer: Liver 10. The disease characterized by fatty infiltration of the liver is known as Answer: Cirrhosis 11. The MyPlate icon shows that fruits and vegetables cover __________ of the plate. Answer: Half 12. Zihan's examination with blood drawn to test nutrient levels is a __________ assessment. Answer: Biochemical 13. The acronym RDA stands for Answer: Recommended Dietary Allowance 14. Measurements of height, weight, body circumferences, and body fat are called Answer: Anthropometry 15. According to the Dietary Guidelines, Americans should adjust their dietary patterns to include more Answer: Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains 16. A warning sign of alcohol poisoning is Answer: Semiconsciousness or unconsciousness 17. If olive oil is the second ingredient in a spaghetti sauce, it means that olive oil is Answer: The second most abundant ingredient by weight. 18. Malnutrition can occur when someone is Answer: Either overnourished or undernourished. 19. Which agency is responsible for regulating most U.S. food labeling? Answer: FDA 20. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans advise a minimum of __________ to __________ minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity for adults. Answer: 150; 300 21. Which of the following is a function of the lymphatic system? Answer: Transport of dietary lipids 22. A safe and effective way to prevent constipation is to Answer: Consume adequate dietary fiber. 23. The primary site of lipid digestion and absorption is the Answer: Small intestine 24. Which of the following is an essential fatty acid? Answer: Alpha-linolenic acid 25. Proteins are unique among macronutrients because they provide Answer: Nitrogen. 26. Which of the following is a major source of lactose? Answer: Milk 27. The two forms of starch found in food are Answer: Amylose and amylopectin. 28. The major function of adipose tissue is to Answer: Store energy. 29. The conversion of glucose to lactate is called Answer: Anaerobic glucose breakdown. 30. The heat-related illness characterized by cold, clammy skin and weakness is called Answer: Heat exhaustion. 31. Scientific research on GMO crops has been shown to __________ chemical pesticide use as well as __________ crop yield. Answer: Decrease; increase. 32. Bacterial growth requires nutrients, water, and warmth. Most bacteria grow best at temperatures of __________°F to __________°F. Answer: 40; 140. 33. The federal agency that enforces standards for wholesomeness of meat, poultry, and eggs is the Answer: USDA. 34. Foods made from multiple ingredients can be labeled as organic if at least __________% of their ingredients meet organic standards. Answer: 95. 35. The best way to prevent the foodborne illness caused by E. coli is to Answer: Cook all meat thoroughly. 36. One of the criteria for diagnosing bulimia nervosa is Answer: Repeated use of unsafe methods to prevent weight gain. 37. The term for the minimum energy expended to keep a resting body alive is Answer: Basal metabolism. 38. An example of adaptive thermogenesis is Answer: Shivering in response to cold. 39. Which form of obesity is related to cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes? Answer: Upper-body (android) obesity. 40. What is one likely long-term consequence of binge eating disorder? Answer: Type 2 diabetes. Feel free to adjust any questions or answers to better fit your exam needs! Good luck!