CC Culinarian Nutrition & Dietary Guidelines 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, what percentage of total daily calories should come from added sugars?
- Less than 10% (Correct answer)
- Less than 5%
- Less than 15%
- Less than 20%
Correct answer: Less than 10%
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting added sugars to less than 10% of total daily caloric intake.
Question 2: Which cooking method best preserves water-soluble vitamins like vitamin C and B vitamins?
- Steaming (Correct answer)
- Boiling
- Deep frying
- Pressure boiling
Correct answer: Steaming
Steaming minimizes contact with water, which prevents leaching of water-soluble vitamins compared to boiling.
Question 3: A guest requests a lacto-vegetarian meal. Which ingredient is acceptable to include?
- Yogurt (Correct answer)
- Eggs
- Shrimp
- Chicken broth
Correct answer: Yogurt
Lacto-vegetarians consume dairy products but avoid eggs, meat, poultry, and seafood.
Question 4: What is the primary role of dietary fiber in the body?
- Promotes digestive health and regulates blood sugar (Correct answer)
- Provides immediate energy to muscles
- Transports fat-soluble vitamins
- Builds and repairs muscle tissue
Correct answer: Promotes digestive health and regulates blood sugar
Dietary fiber aids digestion, helps regulate blood glucose levels, and supports healthy cholesterol levels.
Question 5: Which fat type is associated with raising LDL cholesterol and is found in partially hydrogenated oils?
- Trans fat (Correct answer)
- Monounsaturated fat
- Polyunsaturated fat
- Omega-3 fatty acid
Correct answer: Trans fat
Trans fats, created through partial hydrogenation, raise LDL (bad) cholesterol and lower HDL (good) cholesterol.
Question 6: How many calories per gram does protein provide?
- 4 calories (Correct answer)
- 9 calories
- 7 calories
- 2 calories
Correct answer: 4 calories
Protein provides 4 calories per gram, the same as carbohydrates, while fat provides 9 calories per gram.
Question 7: Which mineral is critical for oxygen transport in red blood cells and is commonly deficient in vegetarian diets?
- Iron (Correct answer)
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Potassium
Correct answer: Iron
Iron is a key component of hemoglobin, and non-heme iron from plant sources is less bioavailable than heme iron from meat.
CC Culinarian Nutrition & Dietary Guidelines 2
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, what percentage of total daily calories should come from added sugars?