Which of the following statements best describes the role of sugar in the development of obesity?
a. Sugar consumption is a direct cause of weight gain leading to obesity.
b. The increased use of added sugars by food manufacturers is the cause of obesity.
c. Sugar contributes to obesity when it is part of excessive energy intakes.
d. There is no correlation between the consumption of added sugars and the rise in obesity.
c
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What percentage of protein is the Daily Value for protein based on?
a. 15% b. 12% c. 20% d. 10%
Which of the following is correct in regard to the difference in nutrition therapy between insulin-induced hypoglycemia and reactive hypoglycemia?
a. If blood glucose does not normalize after 15 minutes, the reactive hypoglycemic should be given glucose tablets. b. Simple carbohydrates should be avoided by the reactive hypoglycemic. c. Insulin-induced hypoglycemia is treated with small meals every 3-4 hours. d. Reactive hypoglycemia is treated with liquid carbohydrate foods such as juice.
Which phrase is the best definition of culture?
a. the beliefs, attitudes, values, and practices of a community of individuals b. the influence of physical geography and climate on a person's choices c. the ability to select and enjoy fine food, art, and leisure d. a lifestyle that is determined by the country in which a person was born e. the identity associated with shared behavior patterns
An individual consuming a plant-based diet eats
A) mostly plant foods, as well as eggs, dairy, and occasional meat, poultry, and/or fish. B) only grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds. C) mostly plant foods, as well as occasional eggs and dairy. D) a wide variety of foods derived from both plants and animals, but avoids pork and beef.