TCC Nutrition 101 Practice Test

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• Which method uses activated carbon to remove impurities from water?
• What term describes the non-digestible part of plants?
• Which description best characterizes energy-dense foods?
• The absorption process where nutrients can freely pass across the intestinal wall is called:
• What are two indications that a patient may need nutrition assessment in a healthcare setting?
• Which of the following is considered an aspect of wellness besides nutrition?
• Which class of nutrients provides the primary source of energy for the body?
• Which of the following is energy-dense?
• What is the purpose of the nutrition care process in clinical practice?
• Which nutrient yields the most energy per gram?
• What is the role of dietary fiber in disease prevention beyond gastrointestinal health?
• Which energy system predominates during a 15-second sprint?
• Ketosis is typically associated with elevated ketone bodies from fat breakdown for energy. In which context is ketosis most likely to occur?
• The four biological drives are:
• Which statement about dietary fiber is true?
• What is the AMDR for fat intake in adults?
• NEAT stands for non-exercise activity thermogenesis; what does it include and why is it important?
• How do pregnancy and lactation alter daily energy and nutrient requirements?
• Which organ stores bile?
• The U.S. food industry influences our diet in many ways. Which option is NOT a typical method of influence?
• What are water-soluble vitamins, and how are they typically excreted?
• Vaccinations help the body develop immunity by providing:
• What is the AMDR for protein intake in adults?
• Which statement best describes fat-soluble vitamins?
• Which of the following is a nutrient-dense food?
• Which sequence correctly lists the order in which the GI organs process and absorb nutrients from a meal?
• What is the recommended daily fiber intake for adult women and men aged 19–50?
• Which immune cells are capable of engulfing anything from E. coli to little plastic beads?
• Which statement is NOT supported by the material?
• The enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates is salivary ______________.
• DRIs contain four commonly reported values. Which set is correct?
• Which statements describe the enteric nervous system?
• What is the second step of the scientific method?
• Which government agency regulates food labels in the United States?
• The good bugs that affect our health are called the ______________.
• Approximately how many hormones regulate GI processes?
• Which nutrient's chemical digestion occurs with the help of salivary amylase?
• Which nutrient contains nitrogen as a defining element?
• Which is an example of choosing nutrient-dense foods for a meal?
• Nutrient-dense foods provide a high amount of what per calorie?
• Which statement about energy balance is most accurate for nutrition planning?
• What is the primary purpose of DRIs?
• Nutritional advice from Instagram is the lowest form of scientific evidence. This type of 'evidence' is called___________
• In malnutrition, a primary deficiency is defined as what?
• Your friend seeks professional advice on a weight-loss program. Which professional would be the BEST source of nutrition guidance?
• Which pairing correctly matches a common deficiency with a good dietary source?
• Which energy system is primary during very short bursts of activity?
• Which statement best describes the process by which nutrients move from the gut into the bloodstream?
• Which statement about nutrition and health is true?
• Which statement reflects the asserted position about the US food industry?
• Before food enters the mouth, digestion begins when humans start to __ about food.
• When we eat fiber, the microbiome produces ______ from the fiber digestion that can then reduce inflammation.
• Outline a simple method to estimate daily energy needs for weight management.
• Which term best describes the immune response that targets a specific pathogen?
• Which minerals are most important for bone health, and what are common dietary sources?
• What is energy density?
• What term refers to the series of organs arranged in a long tube that processes food?
• What is the relationship between lower glycemic index foods and carbohydrate quality?
• What is the main difference between a calorie-restricted diet and a nutrient-dense diet?
• What is the primary function of iron in the body?
• According to evidence in nutrition, which is the best form of scientific evidence?
• Which of the following is NOT primarily carbohydrate-rich?
• MyPlate guidance emphasizes that half the plate should be comprised of which category?
• Which unit is commonly used to measure energy in food?
• Which of the following is nutrient-dense?
• AMDR is a component of DRIs and describes what?
• What is the AMDR for carbohydrate intake in adults?
• Which food is most likely to have the greatest nutrient density?
• Which statement best describes the impact of dietary fiber on disease risk and weight management?
• Which statement correctly defines a kilocalorie (kcal) and its relation to dietary energy?
• What are the key components of MyPlate and how should they guide meal planning?
• What term describes the process by which nutrients pass through the wall of the gastrointestinal tract?
• Which statement best describes the role of adequate fluid intake in hydration and performance?
• The cranial nerve that allows communication between the stomach and brain is called the ______________ nerve.
• Which of the following are examples of carbohydrate-rich foods?
• Describe basal metabolic rate (BMR) and two factors that influence it?
• AMDR for carbohydrates is (as a percentage)
• How is percent daily value (%DV) determined and who uses it?
• Which of the following is NOT an accessory organ involved in digestion?
• Which term describes the network that lines the GI tract and governs local reflexes?
• Which enzyme breaks down proteins?
• Which of the following is NOT a described characteristic of 'Good' food?
• Salivary amylase primarily assists the digestion of which nutrient?
• What is the thermic effect of food (TEF) and its impact on daily energy expenditure?
• The process of mechanically and chemically breaking down food into smaller molecules is called __________.
• Is eating out at any restaurant always healthier than making a meal at home?
• A primary function of the mucus in the stomach is to
• The absorption process where nutrients need a protein carrier & energy to pass across the intestinal wall is called:
• Which pair is commonly cited as lifestyle factors influencing nutrition and health outcomes?
• Which term describes the hormonal regulation of the digestive system?
• Which statement best describes nutrient-dense versus empty-calorie foods?
• Which organ stores bile?
• What is the function of bile in digestion?
• Which of the following is NOT a method to clean faucet water?
• Which statement describes the purpose of nutrition?
• King T'Challa consumes 80 grams carbohydrate, 20 grams protein, and 10 grams fat. How many kilocalories did he eat?
• Which statement best describes the microbiome composition?
• The microbiome can influence
• Energy-dense foods contain little____________.
• Why are cultural and personal food preferences important in nutrition planning?
• If a serving provides 60% of the daily value for a nutrient, how would you interpret this?
• Which scenario describes a positive energy balance?
• Which metric is commonly used to assess protein quality?
• What is the general role of fats in the diet?
• Which statement describes nutrient density?
• What does the term 'bioavailability' refer to in nutrition?
• Proteins that act to speed up body processes are called
• Which organ produces bile?
• The absorption process where nutrients need a protein carrier, but not energy, to pass across the intestinal wall is called:
• Bile is produced by which organ?
• Which of the following is NOT nutrient-dense?
• Explain the difference between fortification and enrichment of foods.
• Which statement is true about glycogen storage in the liver?
• Which statement best describes the immune system's overall role?
• Identify a common cause and symptom of iron-deficiency anemia.
• Empty Calories are defined as
• Which formula is commonly used to estimate basal metabolic rate (BMR) in adults?
• What are the two functioning parts of the immune system?
• What does glycemic index measure?
• The system of hormones that helps to control bodily functioning is called the ____________ system.
• AMDR for fat as a percentage should be between which two numbers?
• The immune system is a matrix of organs and cells charged with
• Which statement best defines energy balance and its relation to weight change?
• Which statement best describes minerals?
• Which two pancreatic hormones regulate blood glucose levels?
• What daily energy deficit is commonly recommended for gradual weight loss?
• A person who can give nutrition advice and prescribe diets is called a ____________.
• Which of the following is NOT a recognized role of the liver in energy metabolism?
• The immune system uses this amino acid as much as, or more so, than glucose for fuel:
• The enteric nervous system translates chemical signals into ______ which are then sent to the brain.
• Which statement about alanine is true?
• PDCAAS assesses protein quality by considering both amino acid requirements and digestibility. Which option best completes this statement?
• The Gut-Brain axis is the communication between which components?
• What are probiotics?
• The microbiome is:
• Which foods are emphasized in the DASH diet?
• Which term contrasts with nutrient-dense foods?
• Which nutrients are typically increased in daily requirements during pregnancy and lactation?
• Which is energy-dense but not nutrient-dense?
• Which statement about empty calories is accurate?
• The chronic undernourishment issue is primarily a problem of what?
• The absorption mechanism that requires a carrier protein but does not use energy is known as which?
• According to the United Nations estimates, one in how many people are chronically undernourished?
• What are fat-soluble vitamins, and why can they accumulate to toxic levels?
• Which macronutrient provides 9 kcal per gram?
• Which statement best describes 'Good' food?
• One kilocalorie is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of how many kilograms of water by how many degrees Celsius?
• Which statement is true about essential amino acids?
• The liver produces ____ that is stored in the ____ which then emulsifies fats.
• Which is least likely to be nutrient-dense?
• Which dietary approach is recommended for hypertension management?
• Which statement about energy provision from nutrients is true?
• AMDR for fat is _____ to _____%
• The Original purpose of the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) was to prevent what?
• Which organ is primarily involved in nutrient absorption?
• Which of the following is a low-energy-dense food?
• How is appetite defined?
• Which of the following pairs correctly matches appetite and hunger?
• Which condition is associated with diminished immune response?
• Which two nutrients are commonly emphasized around training to optimize glycogen replenishment and muscle recovery?
• Which are essential fatty acids and their primary functions?
• What are minerals?
• Which amino acid can be used as fuel by immune cells, similar to glucose?
• Energy in food is measured in which unit?
• What should you check to interpret nutrition claims accurately?
• Which statement best describes the health impact of the microbiome?
• Which element makes protein different from carbohydrate and fat?
• Which of the following is an example of an aspect of wellness besides nutrition?
• One kilocalorie is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of how many kilograms of water by how many degrees Celsius?
• A food that provides many calories but few micronutrients is best described as
• What are two common signs of dehydration in adults?
• AMDR for protein is:
• Which statement about the enteric nervous system is true?
• Which of the following is NOT among the GI tract organs discussed in class?
• True description of energy-dense foods?
• The information on a food label that identifies nutrient intake is called the:
• What is the main nerve fiber that sends signals to and from the brain and GI tract?
• The enzyme that breaks down lipids is a______________.
• In a double-blind experiment, participants AND researchers are unaware which is the treatment group and which is the control group.
• Which statement correctly describes soluble and insoluble fiber?
• How does protein malnutrition affect the immune system?
• Ketosis may occur during which dietary pattern?
• Which purification method uses a semi-permeable membrane to remove contaminants from water?
• What best describes the relationship between nutrition and wellness in this material?
• Alcohol provides how many kcal per gram?
• After the esophagus, which organ does digestion proceed to?
• What is the role of the iron in the body and two factors that influence its absorption?
• Which electrolyte is most associated with fluid balance and blood pressure, and what is a safe intake guideline?
• Nutrient-dense foods are high in what type of nutrients?
• If a person consumes 80 g carbohydrate, 20 g protein, and 10 g fat, their total energy intake is 490 kcal.
• According to the American Medical Association, what is the #1 cause of preventable death in the United States in 2016?
• This master sub-organ is most responsible for prompting us to seek food:
• Bile breaks up lipid globules into smaller droplets and then disperses them. This process is called
• A nutrient-dense diet emphasizes which of the following?
• How does caffeine affect hydration status and energy balance?
• A diet adequate for one person is adequate for all humans.
• Which absorption mechanism requires energy?
• Percent Daily Values on food labels are intended to help consumers understand what?
• Which statement correctly describes saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats?
• Which enzyme primarily digests fats?
• The process of taking nutrients into the intestinal wall is called what?
• Which component is described as the master sub-organ that signals hunger?
• Which statement best describes the role of vitamin D in bone health?
• Hunger is described as:
• The type of study where both researchers and study participants are unaware of who is getting the control and who is getting the experimental food or pill is called a ________________- experiment.
• ______________________are geographical areas that lack access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food usually in inner-city areas.
• Which statement best describes nutrition?