CC Culinarian Nutrition & Dietary Guidelines 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A chef is preparing a dish for a guest with celiac disease. Which grain is safe to use?
- Quinoa (Correct answer)
- Barley
- Wheat berries
- Rye
Correct answer: Quinoa
Quinoa is naturally gluten-free and safe for guests with celiac disease, unlike barley, wheat, and rye.
Question 2: What does the USDA MyPlate guideline recommend should make up half of every meal?
- Fruits and vegetables (Correct answer)
- Grains and proteins
- Dairy and grains
- Proteins and fats
Correct answer: Fruits and vegetables
MyPlate recommends filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables at every meal to promote nutrient density.
Question 3: Which vitamin requires fat to be properly absorbed by the body?
- Vitamin K (Correct answer)
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
- Folate
Correct answer: Vitamin K
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin (along with A, D, and E) that requires dietary fat for proper absorption.
Question 4: What is the recommended daily sodium intake for healthy adults according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
- Less than 2,300 mg (Correct answer)
- Less than 1,500 mg
- Less than 3,000 mg
- Less than 4,000 mg
Correct answer: Less than 2,300 mg
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting sodium to less than 2,300 mg per day for adults.
Question 5: Which type of carbohydrate causes the most rapid spike in blood glucose levels?
- Simple sugars (Correct answer)
- Soluble fiber
- Complex starches
- Resistant starch
Correct answer: Simple sugars
Simple sugars are rapidly digested and absorbed, causing a quicker and larger spike in blood glucose compared to complex carbohydrates.
Question 6: When cooking for a guest with a tree nut allergy, which of the following is safe to use?
- Peanuts (Correct answer)
- Cashews
- Almonds
- Walnuts
Correct answer: Peanuts
Peanuts are legumes, not tree nuts, so they are generally safe for guests with tree nut allergies (though cross-reactivity should still be considered).
Question 7: Which macronutrient is the body's preferred source of energy during high-intensity exercise?
- Carbohydrates (Correct answer)
- Protein
- Fat
- Fiber
Correct answer: Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates, stored as glycogen in muscles and the liver, are the primary fuel source during high-intensity physical activity.
CC Culinarian Nutrition & Dietary Guidelines 3
A chef is preparing a dish for a guest with celiac disease.
Which grain is safe to use?