Question 1

Which of the following best describes the relationship between food safety and nutrition in promoting good health?

Accepted Answer

Safe food combined with good nutrition leads to good health.

Question 2

According to Canada’s Food Guide, which of the following is NOT a recommended healthy eating habit?

Accepted Answer

Eat meals alone to focus on food.

Question 3

Which nutrient is primarily responsible for building and repairing body tissues?

Accepted Answer

Proteins

Question 4

A student chooses food based on convenience and taste, often selecting processed foods. What is a potential health risk associated with this behavior?

Accepted Answer

Higher risk of chronic diseases due to excess sodium and unhealthy fats

Question 5

Which of the following is a consequence of emotional eating?

Accepted Answer

Shortage of dopamine

Question 6

What is the formula for calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)?

Accepted Answer

$BMI = \frac{weight\ (kg)}{height\ (m)^2}$

Question 7

A male has a waist circumference of 105 cm and a BMI of 32. According to health risk classification, what is his risk of developing health problems?

Accepted Answer

High risk

Question 8

Which of the following statements about obesity is supported by Obesity Canada?

Accepted Answer

Obesity is a chronic disease driven by biology, not choice.

Question 9

Which intervention is most likely to address weight management at the community level?

Accepted Answer

Point-of-purchase strategies such as menu and shelf labelling

Question 10

During the COVID-19 pandemic, which factor contributed to increased food insecurity among college students?

Accepted Answer

Loss of employment due to COVID-19

Question 11

Which of the following is a key guideline for public health efforts according to the WHO?

Accepted Answer

Providing education to encourage and support changes in behavior and attitudes

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a major source of carbohydrates according to the six classes of essential nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Meat and fish

Question 13

A child aged 5-17 is living with obesity. Which of the following is a likely contributing factor according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Excess energy intake compared to energy expended

Question 14

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for weight loss maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Monitor and balance energy intake and expenditure

Question 15

Which of the following is a barrier to accessing care for people living with obesity?

Accepted Answer

Internalized weight bias and self-stigma

Question 16

Which of the following is a function of vitamins according to the six classes of essential nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Support immune function and chemical reactions within cells

Question 17

Which public policy is most likely to promote healthy eating at a population level?

Accepted Answer

Financial disincentives such as a tax on unhealthy foods and beverages

Question 18

Which of the following is a determinant of health that increases the prevalence of obesity?

Accepted Answer

Race/ethnicity

Question 19

Which of the following is a recommended approach for health services and clinical interventions in weight management?

Accepted Answer

Focus on improving health habits and quality of life, not just weight loss

Question 20

Which of the following is a real-world example of a community-level intervention to promote healthy eating?

Accepted Answer

Providing systematic nutrition reminders and training for health care providers

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