$$1 \text{ gram carbohydrate} = 4 \text{ kcal}$$

$$1 \text{ gram fat} = 9 \text{ kcal}$$

$$0.8 \text{ grams per kg body weight per day}$$

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the six general categories of nutrients essential for human health?

Accepted Answer

Fiber

Question 2

A food with a glycemic index (GI) higher than 70 is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Turn quickly into glucose, causing a rapid spike in blood sugar

Question 3

According to Canada’s Food Guide, which strategy is most effective for improving nutrition at a population level?

Accepted Answer

Promoting a variety of foods from each food group

Question 4

Which equation correctly represents the energy provided by carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

$$1 	ext{ gram carbohydrate} = 4 	ext{ kcal}$$

Question 5

Which of the following is a high-quality protein source according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Eggs

Question 6

A vegetarian can achieve complete protein intake by combining which two types of foods?

Accepted Answer

Grains and legumes

Question 7

Which statement about excess protein intake is correct?

Accepted Answer

Exercise, not excess protein, triggers muscle growth

Question 8

Which type of fat is primarily found in vegetable oils and is considered beneficial for heart health?

Accepted Answer

Unsaturated fats

Question 9

Trans fats are created through which process?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogenation

Question 10

Which equation best represents the energy provided by fat?

Accepted Answer

$$1 	ext{ gram fat} = 9 	ext{ kcal}$$

Question 11

Which vitamin is water-soluble and must be consumed regularly because it is not stored in the body?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C

Question 12

Which mineral is classified as a macro (major) mineral and is essential for bone structure?

Accepted Answer

Calcium

Question 13

Food deserts are characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Limited access to affordable and nutritious food

Question 14

Which of the following is a solution to food deserts mentioned in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Community gardens

Question 15

Which equation represents the recommended daily protein intake for adults?

Accepted Answer

$$0.8 	ext{ grams per kg body weight per day}$$

Question 16

Which historical disease is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

Scurvy

Question 17

Which of the following is a primary function of water in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Transports nutrients to and from cells

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the concept of self-management in health?

Accepted Answer

Engaging in daily tasks to maintain health and manage chronic disease based on knowledge and collaboration with healthcare teams

Question 19

Which of the following is a nutrition issue relevant to the local context in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Accepted Answer

Food insecurity

Question 20

Which of the following is a benefit provided by the Mother Baby Nutrition Supplement?

Accepted Answer

Monthly financial support for healthy eating during pregnancy and the first year of a child's life

N1015 Nutrition - Class 8

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