CFSP Nutrition Fundamentals 3

Question 1

Which macronutrient provides the most calories per gram?

Accepted Answer

Fat

Answer

Fat provides 9 calories per gram, compared to 4 calories per gram for both carbohydrates and protein.

Question 2

Folate (folic acid) is especially important during pregnancy primarily to prevent which condition in the developing fetus?

Accepted Answer

Neural tube defects

Answer

Adequate folate intake before and during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

Question 3

Which of the following is classified as a complete protein because it contains all essential amino acids in adequate amounts?

Accepted Answer

Quinoa

Answer

Quinoa is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, which is rare among plant-based foods.

Question 4

The DASH diet was originally developed to help manage which health condition?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension

Answer

DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) was specifically designed to reduce high blood pressure through diet.

Question 5

A guest requests a meal that is low in purines. Which food should the chef avoid including?

Accepted Answer

Sardines

Answer

Sardines and other organ meats and shellfish are high in purines, which can trigger gout attacks in susceptible individuals.

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