Wellness Nutrition and Diet Wellness 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many cups of water does the U.S. National Academies recommend men drink daily?
- About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) (Correct answer)
- About 8 cups (2 liters)
- About 20 cups (4.7 liters)
- About 6 cups (1.4 liters)
Correct answer: About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters)
The National Academies of Sciences recommends about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of total water daily for men from all beverages and foods.
Question 2: Which macronutrient is the body's preferred primary energy source?
- Carbohydrates (Correct answer)
- Protein
- Fat
- Fiber
Correct answer: Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are the body's preferred and most efficient primary source of energy, especially for brain and muscle function.
Question 3: What percentage of the daily plate does the USDA MyPlate guideline recommend for vegetables?
- About half the plate (Correct answer)
- One quarter of the plate
- One third of the plate
- Three quarters of the plate
Correct answer: About half the plate
The USDA MyPlate guideline recommends that fruits and vegetables together fill about half of every plate.
Question 4: Which vitamin is produced by the skin when exposed to sunlight?
- Vitamin D (Correct answer)
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin A
Correct answer: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin through exposure to UVB radiation from sunlight and is essential for bone health and immune function.
Question 5: What does a 'whole food' refer to in nutrition?
- Food that is minimally processed and close to its natural state (Correct answer)
- Any food sold at a health food store
- Food that contains all food groups
- Certified organic food
Correct answer: Food that is minimally processed and close to its natural state
A whole food is one that is minimally processed, retaining most of its natural nutrients, fiber, and composition.
Question 6: Which type of fat is considered most harmful to heart health?
- Trans fat (Correct answer)
- Monounsaturated fat
- Polyunsaturated fat
- Omega-3 fatty acids
Correct answer: Trans fat
Trans fats, especially artificial trans fats from partially hydrogenated oils, raise bad LDL cholesterol and lower good HDL cholesterol, harming heart health.
Wellness Nutrition and Diet Wellness 1
How many cups of water does the U.S.
National Academies recommend men drink daily?