1-A child suffering from protein deficiency has edema. This is an example of protein's role in:
a- supporting growth and maintenance.
b- building enzymes and hormones.
c- maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.
d- maintaining acid-base balance.
2- A woman who is on a vegan diet has become pregnant. What would be a health concern for her?
a- she will need to increase intake of soy products and seaweed to receive adequate B12
b- she may have difficulty gaining adequate weight during her pregnancy
c- she may have too high an iron intake because of the high iron levels in plant foods
d- her diet will most likely be deficient in omega-6 fatty acids
3-An overemphasis on protein-rich foods can lead to:
A- a low intake of iron.
B- a low intake of folate.
C- a low intake of vitamin C.
D- a and b
E- b and c
4- Compared to meat eaters, vegetarians tend to have:
a- higher death rates from heart disease.
b- healthier body weights.
c- lower blood pressure.
d- a and b
e- b and c
5 - Examples of complementary protein combinations include all of the following except:
A- pasta with tomato sauce.
B- rice and black-eyed peas.
C- whole-wheat cereal with almonds.
D- peanut butter and jelly on whole-wheat bread.
6- For the majority of exercisers, adding excess protein or amino acid supplements to an adequate diet will stimulate muscle building.
a-True
b-False
7- Most people in the U.S. would find it next to impossible not to meet their protein requirements.
a-True
b-False
8-How many amino acids are considered to be essential amino acids?
a- 5
b- 7
c- 9
d- 13
9- Some foods are so high in acid that they are capable of making the acid in the stomach even stronger.
a-True
b-False
10-To ensure adequate intakes of vitamin B12, vitamin D, and calcium, vegans need to:
a- select fortified foods.
B -use complete meal supplements.
C -use supplements daily.
D -a and b
e -a and c