IIN Nutrition Science 2

Question 1

Which fatty acid is classified as omega-3 and is found primarily in fatty fish?

Accepted Answer

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)

Answer

EPA is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish like salmon and mackerel, and is important for reducing inflammation.

Question 2

What is the primary function of the mineral chromium in the body?

Accepted Answer

Enhancing insulin sensitivity

Answer

Chromium potentiates insulin action, helping regulate blood glucose by improving insulin sensitivity in cells.

Question 3

The glycemic load (GL) of a food differs from glycemic index (GI) in that GL also accounts for:

Accepted Answer

The serving size and carbohydrate amount consumed

Answer

Glycemic load multiplies the GI by the grams of carbohydrate in a serving and divides by 100, reflecting real-world blood sugar impact.

Question 4

Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

UVB radiation converts 7-dehydrocholesterol in the skin to previtamin D3, which is then converted to active vitamin D.

Question 5

In IIN's Health Coach Training, 'bio-individuality' means:

Accepted Answer

One person's food can be another person's poison, so dietary needs are individual

Answer

Bio-individuality is the IIN concept that each person has unique dietary needs and what works for one individual may not work for another.

(IIN) Institute for Integrative Nutrition Certification Practice Test