Several kinds of fish have been promoted as having a positive effect on cardiovascular health because they are rich in

Hydrogenated vegetable oils are typically ________ than vegetable oils that have not been hydrogenated.
higher in saturated fat

Phytochemicals
occur naturally in plant foods.

To control your blood cholesterol levels, the most important action you can take is to limit the amount of _______________ in your diet.
saturated and trans fats

The recommended daily intake of fiber for women is ________ grams.
25

High sodium condiments include all of the following EXCEPT
lemon juice.

Most of the fats in food take the form of
triglycerides.

Vegetarians
should eat a variety of plant sources of protein.

Cooked or refrigerated foods should not be left at room temperature for more than
2 hours.

The leading source of calories in the American diet is
regular soda.

The Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academies defines ________ as nondigestible carbohydrates that occur naturally in plant foods.
dietary fiber

Which of the following is an example of an unrefined complex carbohydrate?
oatmeal

Which of the following is least likely to be contaminated with mercury?
light tuna

All of the following are examples of water-soluble vitamins EXCEPT
vitamin E.

Fats containing two or more double bonds between carbon atoms are called
polyunsaturated.

Which vitamin enhances the absorption of iron?
vitamin C

Fatty acids with one double bond between carbon atoms are called
monounsaturated.

A good source of omega-3 fatty acids is
salmon.

All of the following nutrients supply the body with energy EXCEPT
vitamins.

The primary function of carbohydrates is to
supply energy to body cells.

Two nutrients of particular concern for women are
calcium and iron.

To control your blood cholesterol levels, the most important action you can take is to limit the amount of _______________ in your diet.
saturated and trans fats

The recommended daily intake of fiber for women is ________ grams.
25

High sodium condiments include all of the following EXCEPT
lemon juice.

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of
calcium.

Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?
form important components of blood

The primary function of vitamins is to
help chemical reactions take place.

Foods from animal sources usually provide ________ proteins.
complete

The primary source of calcium in the diet is
dairy products.

Several kinds of fish have been promoted as having a positive effect on cardiovascular health because they are rich in
omega-3 fatty acids.

The recommended daily intake of protein is ________ of total daily calories.
10–35%

Two general dietary changes many Americans need to make to following the MyPyramid plan and the DASH eating plan are:
more dark green vegetables and less added sugar

Fats supply the body with _____ calories of energy per gram.
9

The Food and Nutrition Board defines adequate intake of sodium as ________ per day.
1500 mg

Which of the following fats has the most health benefits?
monounsaturated

Which of the following are micronutrients?
minerals

Refined carbohydrates
are lower in fiber and vitamins than unrefined carbohydrates.

An amino acid is
a protein building block.

Endurance athletes may need to consume additional
carbohydrates.