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Several vitamins function as coenzymes in energy metabolism. These vitamins include |
| | A) | Vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin |
| | B) | Thiamin, niacin, pantothenic acid |
| | C) | Vitamin A, riboflavin, folate |
| | D) | Vitamin E, niacin, choline |
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Which of the following vitamins is NOT dependent on adequate fat intake, digestion and absorption? |
| | A) | Vitamin B-12 |
| | B) | Vitamin A |
| | C) | Vitamin D |
| | D) | Vitamin E |
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Which of the following is TRUE about fat-soluble vitamins? |
| | A) | They are potentially more toxic than the water-soluble vitamins |
| | B) | They are less toxic than the water-soluble vitamins |
| | C) | They are absorbed in all humans with no malabsorption problems |
| | D) | The body makes all that it needs of them |
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Which of the following food groups contain the most variety of vitamins and with the fewest kcalories? |
| | A) | Fruits and vegetables |
| | B) | Grains |
| | C) | Beans and meat |
| | D) | Oils |
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Enrichment of bread and cereal products made from refined grains boosts our intake of |
| | A) | Vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid and choline |
| | B) | Vitamin E, riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid |
| | C) | Thiamin, riboflavin, niacin and folic acid |
| | D) | Folic acid, vitamin B-12, thiamin and vitamin C |
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Which of the following countries or region of the world is NOT impacted by Vitamin A deficiency? |
| | A) | Central America |
| | B) | Africa |
| | C) | Southeast Asia |
| | D) | North America |
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Examples of essential major minerals (or macrominerals) include |
| | A) | Phosphorus, potassium, sodium and magnesium |
| | B) | Iron, calcium, sodium and potassium |
| | C) | Copper, iodine, phosphorus, and sodium |
| | D) | Iron, copper, manganese, and iodine |
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Factors that can influence absorption of minerals include |
| | A) | The physiological need for a mineral at time of consumption |
| | B) | Competition for absorption between 2 or more minerals when consumed in supplement form |
| | C) | The presence of phytic acid and oxalic acid in foods |
| | D) | Each of the above answers is correct |
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Which of the following minerals is more abundant in plant foods than in animal foods? |
| | A) | Iron, zinc and magnesium |
| | B) | Sodium, potassium and calcium |
| | C) | Magnesium, potassium and manganese |
| | D) | Sodium, calcium and manganese |
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Which of the following food groups contain high amounts of trace minerals? |
| | A) | Fruits |
| | B) | Refined grains |
| | C) | Oils |
| | D) | Nuts and seafood |
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Which is FALSE of vitamin and mineral supplements? |
| | A) | 5-10 times the RDA/AI for fat-soluble vitamins can cause toxic effects |
| | B) | There are certain times when taking supplements are wise |
| | C) | Vitamin and mineral supplements are heavily regulated |
| | D) | Most people don't need to supplement with fat-soluble vitamins |
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The government agency responsible for regulating dietary supplements is the |
| | A) | USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) |
| | B) | FDA (Food and Drug Administration) |
| | C) | HHS (Health and Human Services) |
| | D) | EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) |
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What is a good recommendation(s) regarding the use of vitamin/mineral supplements? |
| | A) | Aim for at least 300% of the Daily Value for the nutrients in the supplement. |
| | B) | Purchase only natural or organic supplements. |
| | C) | Use supplements that contain several additional herbal or botanical components in addition to the vitamins and minerals. |
| | D) | None of the above answers are good recommendations. |
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Which of the following may promote cancer in the body? |
| | A) | Low intakes of fruits and vegetables |
| | B) | Low intakes of calcium and vitamin D |
| | C) | Excessive intake of red meat, fried foods, and alcohol |
| | D) | All of these choices are correct |
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Which of the following is true about genetic and environmental factors associated with cancer? |
| | A) | Genetic factors account for only 1-15% of all cancers |
| | B) | Radiation and air pollution may contribute to cancer |
| | C) | In poorer countries lung cancer is predominant |
| | D) | Both genetic factors account for only 1-15% of all cancers and radiation and air pollution may contribute to cancer are true |
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