Question 1

The majority of the people in the US

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A)  consume more fruits and vegetables than is recommended.
B)  consume exactly the amount of recommended fruits and vegetables.
C)  consume fewer fruits and vegetables than is recommended.
D)  consume the right amount of fruits and vegetables,but do not get sufficient variety.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Phytochemical supplements may provide

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A)  all the phytochemicals found in foods.
B)  all the benefits obtained from a diet high in natural sources of phytochemicals.
C)  some specific advantages.
D)  the synergism that comes from eating a variety of phytochemicalsE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 3

Phytoestrogens include

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A)  isoflavones and alliums
B)  indoles and lignins.
C)  alliums and indoles.
D)  isoflavones and indoles.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Which statement about phytochemicals is correct?

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A)  There are hundreds of them.
B)  They serve no purpose in the plants in which they are found.
C)  All plant chemicals have some beneficial properties for humans.
D)  Animal tissues form many different types.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Margarines that contain added plant sterols to help lower cholesterol are considered:

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A)  nutraceuticals
B)  enriched foods
C)  a waste of money
D)  functioning foodsE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

A high intake of carotenoid containing foods has been correlated with a reduced risk of all of the following except

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A)  some cancers.
B)  cardiovascular disease.
C)  diabetes.
D)  age related eye disease.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Which statement about recommendations for the consumption of phytochemicals is correct?

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A)  The current recommendations are for 1200 IU per day.
B)  All the phytochemicals have been identified,making recommendations possible.
C)  The impact of the total diet is more significant than any single phytochemical.
D)  Recommendations reflect the fact that beta-carotene is the most important phytochemical.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

The action of carotenoids is best described as:

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A)  carcinogen
B)  anti-oxidant
C)  decreasing cholesterol absorption
D)  decreasing blood sugarE) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Low carbohydrate diets will limit the amounts and types of phytochemicals consumed from all of the following except:

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A)  fruits.
B)  vegetables.
C)  whole grains.
D)  herbs and spices.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

All of the following protein sources will increase the consumption of phytochemicals except

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A)  fish
B)  soybeans
C)  legumes
D)  nutsE) A) and B)
F) B) and D) A

Question 11

Which statement about whole grains is correct?

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A)  Whole grains are beneficial because they provide some fiber,but they are a poor source of phytochemicals.
B)  Whole grains provide significant phytochemicals,but it is much less than those provided by fruits and vegetables.
C)  Whole grains are almost as good a source of phytochemicals as fruits and vegetables.
D)  Whole grains provide as many if not more phytochemicals than fruits and vegetables.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Including flaxseed in the diets of laying hens

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A)  increases omega-3 fats in the eggs.
B)  provides an egg that is low in cholesterol.
C)  increases the indoles in the eggs.
D)  increases the flavonoids in the eggs.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D) A

Question 13

The health promoting properties of whole grains are

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A)  mainly found in the endosperm.
B)  primarily the result of dietary fiber.
C)  due to the synergistic effects of a variety of phytochemicals and other nutrients.
D)  the same as the health promoting effects of processed grains.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Whole grain intake is associated with a decreased risk of all of the following except

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A)  osteoporosis.
B)  obesity.
C)  cardiovascular disease.
D)  cancer.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C) A

Question 15

The dietary guidelines for fruits and vegetables recommend _____ for a 2000 kcalorie diet.

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A)  2 cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of vegetables
B)  1 cup fruits and 1.5 cups of vegetables
C)  1 cup fruits and 2 cups vegetables
D)  1 serving of fruits and vegetables per dayE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following is the correct function of alliums?

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A)  Bind cholesterol in the gut.
B)  Boost the activity of cancer destroying enzyme systems.
C)  Inactivate the hormone estrogen.
D)  Activate sex hormones.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 17

Flavonoids are found in all of the following except

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A)  wine
B)  tea.
C)  fruits.
D)  fishE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Cruciferous vegetables include:

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A)  potatoes
B)  broccoli
C)  tomatoes
D)  green peppersE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Which statement about phytoestrogens is incorrect?

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A)  Phytoestrogens are modified by bacteria in the mouth.
B)  Phytoestrogens are found in flaxseed,soybeans and barley.
C)  Phytoestrogens may protect against some types of cancer..
D)  Phytoestrogens may protect against osteoporosis.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

Good sources of carotenoids include all of the following except;

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A)  carrots.
B)  apples.
C)  apricots.
D)  spinach.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 21: Focus on Phytochemicals

The majority of the people in the US

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Phytochemical supplements may provide

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Phytoestrogens include

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Which statement about phytochemicals is correct?

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Margarines that contain added plant sterols to help lower cholesterol are considered:

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A high intake of carotenoid containing foods has been correlated with a reduced risk of all of the following except

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Which statement about recommendations for the consumption of phytochemicals is correct?

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The action of carotenoids is best described as:

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Low carbohydrate diets will limit the amounts and types of phytochemicals consumed from all of the following except:

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All of the following protein sources will increase the consumption of phytochemicals except

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Which statement about whole grains is correct?

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Including flaxseed in the diets of laying hens

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The health promoting properties of whole grains are

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Whole grain intake is associated with a decreased risk of all of the following except

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The dietary guidelines for fruits and vegetables recommend _____ for a 2000 kcalorie diet.

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Which of the following is the correct function of alliums?

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Flavonoids are found in all of the following except

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Cruciferous vegetables include:

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Which statement about phytoestrogens is incorrect?

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Good sources of carotenoids include all of the following except;

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