1. Too many empty calories can result in ____.
a. energy depletion
b. nutrient poisoning
c. weight gain
d. weight loss
2. Which is one of seven claims related to diet and health that can be made on a food label?
a. Diets high in fruits and vegetables can help prevent cancer.
b. Diets high in saturated fat and cholesterol can help prevent heart disease.
c. Diets low in fiber can help prevent cancer.
d. Diets low in sodium can help prevent osteoporosis.
3. What is the level of nutrient intake required to meet the nutritional needs of the average healthy person?
a. Federal Nutrition Requirement
b. Human Calorie Obligation
c. Minimum Daily Intake
d. Recommended Dietary Allowance
4. What is the amount of energy released when nutrients are burned?
a. BTU
b. calorie
c. nutrient
d. sugar