Question 1

Which of the following is a function of water?

Accepted Answer

A)   It provides a concentrated source of heat and energy.
B)   It decreases the rate of carbohydrate breakdown and absorption.
C)   It helps maintain fluid balance in the body and regulates body temperature.
D)   It serves as an integral part of cell membranes.
E)   It is involved in bone and tooth formation.F) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 2

An eating disorder in which people binge-eat and then attempt to counter the effects by self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives or diuretics, and/or excessive exercise is ________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamins
B)   Fiber
C)   Minerals
D)   Carbohydrates
E)   TriglyceridesF) B) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 4

Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

A)   Feeling out of control while eating
B)   Cessation of menstruation
C)   Eating large quantities of food in a short period, followed by purging
D)   Buying and consuming large quantities of food
E)   Erosion of tooth enamelF) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 5

Which of the following, supplied mainly by salt, maintains fluid and acid-base balance?

Accepted Answer

A)   Potassium
B)   Selenium
C)   Sodium
D)   Molybdenum
E)   MagnesiumF) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 6

The nutrient that is essential for the production of red blood cells is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   iron
B)   magnesium
C)   zinc
D)   iodine
E)   calciumF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 7

An increased intake of soluble fiber, a decrease in the dietary intake of saturated fats, and exercise result in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   reduced cholesterol levels
B)   increased susceptibility to infection
C)   poor wound healing
D)   decreased muscle contraction
E)   increased absorption of vitaminsF) D) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 8

Which of the following plays a vital role in the activities of the thyroid hormones?

Accepted Answer

A)   Magnesium
B)   Calcium
C)   Iodine
D)   Phosphorus
E)   IronF) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Exam 55: Nutrition and Health

Which of the following is a function of water?

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An eating disorder in which people binge-eat and then attempt to counter the effects by self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives or diuretics, and/or excessive exercise is ________.

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Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

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The nutrient that is essential for the production of red blood cells is ____.

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Which of the following plays a vital role in the activities of the thyroid hormones?

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An increased intake of soluble fiber, a decrease in the dietary intake of saturated fats, and exercise result in ____.

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Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

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Which of the following, supplied mainly by salt, maintains fluid and acid-base balance?

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Exam 55: Nutrition and Health

Which of the following is a function of water?

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An eating disorder in which people binge-eat and then attempt to counter the effects by self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives or diuretics, and/or excessive exercise is ________.

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Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

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The nutrient that is essential for the production of red blood cells is ____.

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Which of the following plays a vital role in the activities of the thyroid hormones?

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An increased intake of soluble fiber, a decrease in the dietary intake of saturated fats, and exercise result in ____.

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Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

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Which of the following, supplied mainly by salt, maintains fluid and acid-base balance?

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