Chapter 8 HW

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Which of the following is an example of a micronutrient?

Vitamin C

A(n)______ is an organic compound needed in small amounts in the diet to help regulate and support chemical reactions and processes in the body.

vitamin

Select all that apply The water-soluble vitamins include

the B vitamins., vitamin C.

Vitamins A, D, E, and K are considered to be _____ vitamins.

fat-soluble

Vitamins are considered non-essential nutrients because we need them in small amounts.

False

Select all that apply Which of the following are examples of micronutrients?

Sodium, Iron, Calcium

An organic compound that is needed in small amounts in the diet to help regulate and support chemical reactions and processes in the body is a

vitamin.

The B vitamins and vitamin C are _____ vitamins.

water-soluble

Select all that apply Which of the following are defining characteristics of vitamins?

The body is unable to synthesize enough of the substance to maintain health., Prolonged absence of the compound from the diet produces deficiency symptoms.

Select all that apply Name the fat-soluble vitamins.

vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin D

The degree to which an ingested nutrient such as minerals is absorbed and available to the body is called its

bioavailability.

Vitamins are considered to be ______ nutrients.

essential

The body is able to store which group of vitamins?

Fat-soluble vitamins

Select all that apply Exposure to ______ can cause a loss of certain vitamins.

light, oxygen, heat

Trace minerals are not essential nutrients.

False

Select all that apply To be classified as a vitamin, a substance should meet which criteria?

The body is unable to synthesize enough to maintain health., Over time, a lack produces deficiency symptoms.

Bioavailability refers to the degree to which a nutrient can be

digested and absorbed.

A diet high in ______, particularly above daily recommendations, can decrease the absorption of iron, zinc, and possibly other minerals.

fiber

The ______-soluble vitamins are more readily stored in the body than ______-soluble vitamins.

fat; water

The active vitamin D hormone improves absorption of which mineral?

Calcium

The vitamin content of fresh fruits and vegetables

can be lost through improper storage.

How are trace minerals different from major minerals?

Requirements for trace minerals are less than 100 mg/day, whereas requirements for major minerals are 100 mg/day or more

A very high fiber diet may have what impact on mineral absorption?

Decrease mineral absorption

Considering what you know about minerals so far, which of the following represents safe advice for use of iron supplements?

Iron supplements should be taken to correct iron-deficiency anemia.

Vitamin C improves absorption of which mineral?

Iron

During the enrichment of refined grain products, _____ is the only mineral added, whereas the selenium, zinc, copper, and other minerals lost during refinement are not replaced.

iron

Select all that apply Some minerals, such as copper and selenium, work as __, enabling various proteins, such as enzymes, to function.

cofactors

Sodium, potassium, chloride, and phosphorus work together to maintain

fluid balance in the body.

Natural food sources of minerals put people at significant risk for mineral toxicities.

False

Select all that apply Along with protein and essential fatty acids, which of the following micronutrients are implicated in optimal immune function?

Zinc, Vitamin C, Vitamin A

The more refined a plant food is, such as with white flour, the _____ its mineral content.

lower

Select all that apply Which of the following vitamins are implicated in bone health?

vitamin K, vitamin D

Coenzymes play an important role in metabolism because they

aid in the function of activating enzymes.

Select all that apply Which of the following micronutrients participate in fluid and electrolyte balance?

potassium, sodium, chloride

Vitamin A and vitamin C work together to maintain

immune function.

Which micronutrients function as coenzymes in the chemical reactions that yield energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins?

B vitamins

One mineral that influences the health of red blood cells is _____.

iron

Forming and maintaining ______ are calcium's major roles in the body.

bones

Micronutrients are needed in _____ quantities and are vital to every aspect of human health.

small

What is the name for health-promoting compounds found in animal food?

Zoochemicals

Select all that apply According to the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, which of the following are categorized as dietary supplements?

Vitamins, Amino acids, Minerals

The B vitamins play a role in metabolism by

acting as coenzymes.

Does the FDA have limited resources to police supplement manufacturers?

Yes

Select all that apply Which of these micronutrients are important for blood clotting?

calcium, vitamin K

Supplements ______ claim to prevent, treat, or cure a disease.

cannot

What are the consequences of depriving the body of micronutrients?

It can be debilitating or deadly.

Current evidence indicates that multivitamin and mineral supplements

are not effective at preventing chronic disease among the general population.

According to DSHEA, products containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and botanicals are categorized as

dietary supplements.

The consumer is ultimately responsible for protecting himself when using dietary supplements because the ______ cannot regulate supplements as closely as it regulates drugs.

FDA

Select all that apply Which of the following are appropriate recommendations for vitamin and/or mineral supplementation?

Women of childbearing age should consume 400 micrograms per day of folic acid., People on calorie-restricted diets may benefit from use of a balance multivitamin and mineral supplement.

Select all that apply It is illegal for supplement makers to claim that a dietary supplement

cures dementia., prevents cancer., treats osteoporosis.

Select all that apply A person who relies on vitamin and mineral supplements rather than a balanced diet to obtain adequate nutrition is likely to miss out on

phytochemicals., fiber.

When considering a multivitamin and mineral supplement, which of the following should you select?

A supplement with less than the Upper Level for any nutrients

Based on current evidence, the National Institutes of Health

makes no recommendation, neither for nor against, use of multivitamin and mineral supplements.

Select all that apply According to the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, which of the following are categorized as dietary supplements?

Amino acids, Vitamins, Minerals

Using dietary supplement brands approved by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) lessens the risk of consuming supplements contaminated with harmful substances.

True

All American adults should take a multivitamin and mineral supplement because it is not possible to obtain adequate nutrition from food sources.

False

Select all that apply Points to consider when choosing a multivitamin and mineral supplement include

% Daily Value of each nutrient., full list of ingredients., how the supplement balances with other sources of nutrients (e.g., highly fortified foods)., cost and availability.

Select all that apply What information is required on the Supplement Facts label for supplements?

Serving Size, % DV, Ingredients

When selecting a dietary supplement, the ______ on the package label is an indication that the product has been tested for strength, quality, and purity.

USP symbol

Select all that apply Which of the following are appropriate recommendations for vitamin and/or mineral supplementation?

Women of childbearing age should consume 400 micrograms per day of folic acid., People on calorie-restricted diets may benefit from use of a balance multivitamin and mineral supplement.

Select all that apply A person who relies on vitamin and mineral supplements rather than a balanced diet to obtain adequate nutrition is likely to miss out on

fiber., phytochemicals.

Select all that apply Information that is required on the Supplement Facts panel on dietary supplements includes

serving size., % Daily Value., Ingredients

Select all that apply Which of the following groups of individuals likely needs a dietary supplement to maintain good nutritional status?

Adults over age 50, Anyone on a calorie-restricted diet, Pregnant women

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