1-A child suffering from protein deficiency has edema. This is an example of protein's role in:

a- supporting growth and maintenance.

b- building enzymes and hormones.

c- maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.

d- maintaining acid-base balance.

2- A woman who is on a vegan diet has become pregnant. What would be a health concern for her?

a- she will need to increase intake of soy products and seaweed to receive adequate B12

b- she may have difficulty gaining adequate weight during her pregnancy

c- she may have too high an iron intake because of the high iron levels in plant foods

d- her diet will most likely be deficient in omega-6 fatty acids

3-An overemphasis on protein-rich foods can lead to:

A- a low intake of iron.

B- a low intake of folate.

C- a low intake of vitamin C.

D- a and b

E- b and c

4- Compared to meat eaters, vegetarians tend to have:

a- higher death rates from heart disease.

b- healthier body weights.

c- lower blood pressure.

d- a and b

e- b and c

5 - Examples of complementary protein combinations include all of the following except:

A- pasta with tomato sauce.

B- rice and black-eyed peas.

C- whole-wheat cereal with almonds.

D- peanut butter and jelly on whole-wheat bread.

6- For the majority of exercisers, adding excess protein or amino acid supplements to an adequate diet will stimulate muscle building.

a-True

b-False

7- Most people in the U.S. would find it next to impossible not to meet their protein requirements.

a-True

b-False

8-How many amino acids are considered to be essential amino acids?

a- 5

b- 7

c- 9

d- 13

9- Some foods are so high in acid that they are capable of making the acid in the stomach even stronger.

a-True

b-False

10-To ensure adequate intakes of vitamin B12, vitamin D, and calcium, vegans need to:

a- select fortified foods.

B -use complete meal supplements.

C -use supplements daily.

D -a and b

e -a and c