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41
All of the following are needed for strong bones except:
[A]
Thiamin
[B]
Calcium
[C]
Magnesium
[D]
Vitamin D
42
Which of these nutrients is the preferred energy source for the body?
[A]
B Complex Vitamins
[B]
Carbohydrates
[C]
Fats
[D]
Fiber
43
Which of the following is the best source for omega-3 fatty acids?
[A]
Corn oil
[B]
Wheat products
[C]
Sardines
[D]
Pork
44
All of the following are needed for strong bones except:
[A]
Thiamin
[B]
Calcium
[C]
Magnesium
[D]
Vitamin D
45
This nutrient is needed for a healthy immune system and strong connective tissue:
[A]
Fiber
[B]
Vitamin K
[C]
Vitamin C
[D]
Fluoride
46
This mineral is essential for healthy red blood cells and a deficiency might cause anemia.
[A]
Iron
[B]
Magnesium
[C]
Iodine
[D]
Chromium
47
This vitamin is needed to prevent a birth defect called Spina Bifida
[A]
Vitamin D
[B]
Vitamin A
[C]
Folate
[D]
Vitamin E
48
This nutrient is needed for making hormones, healthier skin, and to make cell membranes:
[A]
Carbohydrate
[B]
Fiber
[C]
Vitamin B12
[D]
Fat
49
The United States Department of Agriculture's Daily Food Guide suggests that the Fats, Oils and Sweets Group be used ___.
[A]
Once A Week
[B]
Four Times A Day
[C]
Never On Sundays
[D]
Sparingly
50
What food doesn't belong to this food group?
[A]
Noodles
[B]
Crackers
[C]
Macaroni
[D]
Scallion
51
What food doesn't belong to this food group?
[A]
Cookies
[B]
Candy
[C]
Sald Dressing
[D]
Cherries
52
Which of the following cannot be a part of a vegan diet?
1. eggs
2. fish
3. milk
4. vegetables
[A]
1 and 2
[B]
1, 2 and 3
[C]
Only 2
[D]
All of the above
53
Which of the following is not an artificial sweetener?
[A]
Saccharin
[B]
Aspartame
[C]
Sucrose
[D]
Neotame
54
A person suffering from high blood pressure should avoid foods which are rich in
[A]
Sodium
[B]
Iodine
[C]
Calcium
[D]
Iron
55
Which of the following nutrients is needed for a healthy immune system?
[A]
Calcium
[B]
Iodine
[C]
Vitamin K
[D]
Vitamin C
56
The United States Department of Agriculture's Daily Food Guide calls for eating ___ servings of the Milk, Yogurt, and Cheese Group.
[A]
0-1
[B]
2-3
[C]
3-4
[D]
5-6
57
Which of the following beverages has no fat, sugar, or oils?
[A]
milk
[B]
root beer
[C]
coffee with cream
[D]
iced tea unsweetened
Answer: iced tea unsweetened
58
What food doesn't belong to this food group?
[A]
chocolate milk
[B]
cream cheese
[C]
ice cream
[D]
salad dressing
59
_________is an example of a hydrogenated fat.
[A]
Butter
[B]
Olive oil
[C]
Margarine
[D]
Fiber
60
Eggs, milk, and meat are usually classified as good sources of
[A]
carbohydrates
[B]
Vitamin A
[C]
protein
[D]
Vitamin D
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