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Which macronutrient is vital for every function of the body?

A
water
B
fats
C
proteins
D
carbohydrates
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Barbara creates a table of the six essential nutrients.MacronutrientsMicronutrientsCarbohydratesFatsProteinsVitaminsWaterMineralsWhere did Barbara make an error in placement of a nutrient?

A
fats
B
vitamins
C
water
D
carbohydrates
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Sue and Shannon are having an argument about diet myths. In order to settle the argument, select the "myth" that is really a TRUE statement.

A
In order to lose weight, you must consume a very low-calorie diet.
B
In order to improve your fitness and increase your energy, you must workout every day.
C
Fad diets are a great way to drop weight fast and keep it off.
D
To lose weight, you must use more energy than you consume.
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Charlene has a BMI of 29; therefore, she wants to change her body composition. Which plan would be BEST for her?

A
She should exercise 60 minutes a day, eat six small meals that equal less than 2,000 calories, and make sure to get plenty of rest.
B
She should run 30 minutes a day, eat balanced meals that contain about 1,000 calories each, and sleep about six hours a night.
C
She should lift weights 45 minutes a day, eat 4,000 calories a day, and sleep at least 10 hours a night.
D
She should do cardiovascular exercises, eat six small meals that altogether equal 1,000 calories, and sleep about eight hours a night.
25

Lisa reads so many magazines and they give her all kinds of advice on weight loss and fitness. Which piece of advice would be good for her to follow?

A
Eating protein-rich, low-carbohydrate foods is the best way to lose weight.
B
Skip midday meals to save calories for dinner.
C
Eat frequent, low-calorie, small meals each day.
D
If she wants to speed up her metabolism, she has to consume very few calories.
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In a diet and exercise program, a good reward for weight loss is a big serving of your favorite high calorie food.

A
T
B
F
27

Luke is 5 feet 11 inches and weighs 170 pounds. Using the body mass index chart as a guide, under which category would he fall?

A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
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A calorie is another term for carbohydrate.

A
T
B
F
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The body can get water from milk, juices, fruits, and vegetables. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
30

__________ contain all nine essential amino acids.

A
Simple carbohydrates
B
Incomplete proteins
C
Complete proteins
D
Complex carbohydrates
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Barbara creates a table of the six essential nutrients.MacronutrientsMicronutrientsCarbohydratesFatsProteinsVitaminsWaterMineralsWhere did Barbara make an error in placement of a nutrient?

A
fats
B
vitamins
C
water
D
carbohydrates
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What percent of one’s daily caloric intake should come from carbohydrates?

A
10 - 35%
B
20 - 35%
C
45 - 65%
D
70 - 75%
33

A person's metabolism remains constant throughout life.

A
T
B
F
34

Which of the following is NOT a function of the recommended dietary allowance (RDA)?

A
to prevent nutrient deficiencies
B
to reduce the risk of disease
C
to meet nutritional needs
D
to prevent nutrient overdoses
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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
36

Fat in the body helps to protect vital organs.

A
T
B
F
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Carbohydrates are nutrients that supply the main energy source for the body, in the form of sugars.

A
T
B
F

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