Topic Test #6 (Pass With A 100%)

Which of the following processes does the body NOT use protein to perform? A. repairing muscles B. producing hormones C. making hemoglobin D. creating amino acids

Which of the following statements is NOT true about metabolism? A. Basal metabolism is the amount of energy needed for sustaining life. B. Basal metabolism is measured by the amount of calories burned when your body is inactive. C. Metabolism is influenced by numerous factors, such as heredity and age. D. Younger people generally have a slower metabolism than adults.

Which of the following statements is NOT true? A. Infants' diet, which primarily consist of breast milk or formula, are higher in fat than other diets. B. Adolescents need more calories and nutrients, especially if they are very inactive. C. Adults' activity levels tend to decline in age, which require a reduction in the amount of calories consumed. D. Children who are two years or older can follow the recommendations of the food guide pyramid.

Which of the following is NOT a condition required by the government to label food "organic"? A. contains 95% organic ingredients B. animals must have access to the outdoors C. produced without conventional pesticides D. crop must be harvested by hand

Which of the following does NOT influence one's body composition? A. metabolism B. financial problems C. childhood obesity D. medical problems

Which of the following statements is NOT true about snacks? A. Snacks can be a problem if you choose unhealthy foods, such as chips. B. Healthy snacks can be beneficial and can help a person maintain a good weight. C. All snacks should be avoided because they can cause a person to gain weight. D. Healthy snacks include fruit, yogurt, or granola bars.

Genetics can influence the amount of body fat an individual possesses.

Fresh fruit can be contaminated by the water used to wash it.

Oils and fats play an essential role in a healthy diet, and you should eat approximately 12 teaspoons a day.

MyPlate recommends ___________ of grains a day for girls and boys. A. 16 portions B. 6 cups C. 6 ounces D. 16 servings

It is permissible to substitute fruit for vegetables or vice versa to meet the recommended nutritional guidelines.

Which of the following is NOT true about essential body fat? A. The human body would not function normally without essential body fat. B. Essential body fat accounts for about 3% of men's total weight. C. The percentage of essential body fat is the same for both males and females. D. Essential body fat is found in one's organs, bones, and muscles.

Which of the following is NOT true about storage body fat? A. Storage body fat acts as an insulator to the body. B. Storage body fat helps increase that effects of aging. C. Storage body fat reduces the impact to internal organs during falls. D. Storage body fat is converted to energy when needed.

MyPlate was created to __________. A. to encourage Americans to eat the same quantity of food across the different food groups B. to be visual tool for understanding a healthy diet C. to help Americans measure the amount of fat in their bodies D. to provide a reference for evaluating different types of cuisine

Foods that have 35% of a daily intake of a nutrient are classified the same as those that have 20%.

Sophie's total body fat is 30%, which places her in the healthy body fat range.

Grains, seeds, nuts, and root vegetables are examples of _________ carbohydrates and they take a __________ amount of time to break down, allowing one to feel full longer. A. simple...longer B. complex...shorter C. simple...shorter D. complex...longer

Fish, poultry, lean meats, and nuts should be consumed for which of the following nutrients? A. calcium B. carbohydrates C. protein D. vitamin D

Paul has been clinically diagnosed with depression, so he takes a lot of prescription drugs. Based on this information, which of the following is most likely to influence his body composition? A. metabolism B. energy balance C. genetics D. medical problems

What percent of one's daily caloric intake should come from carbohydrates? A. 10 - 35% B. 20 - 35% C. 45 - 65% D. 70 - 75%

The expiration date on a product refers to the last date a product should be _____________. A. sold to a customer B. used before chances of spoiling increase C. packaged and put out on the shelves D. thrown away if not eaten

Which of the following is NOT consequence of too little body fat? A. increased cholesterol B. organ failure C. death D. altered hormones

Which of the following is a consequence of too much body fat? A. diabetes B. death C. high blood pressure D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is TRUE about body composition? A. Body composition is the percentage of fat to lean body mass. B. Body composition is a measure of one's body weight. C. Body composition is a measure of one's essential body fat. D. Body composition is not a good indicator of overall health.

Organic foods tend to have higher levels of nutrients than nonorganic foods.