True or False:

False. While simple carbohydrates can provide a quick source of energy, choosing complex carbohydrates (such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables) for breakfast is generally more beneficial. Complex carbohydrates digest more slowly, providing sustained energy and helping to keep blood sugar levels stable throughout the morning. Additionally, incorporating protein and healthy fats can further enhance satiety and overall nutritional balance for the day.

When choosing a snack it is important to select a food that contains a large amount of these essential nutrients in comparison to the caloric value of the food.

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Responses

vitamins/nutrients
vitamins/nutrients

vitamins/minerals
vitamins/minerals

vitamins/proteins
vitamins/proteins

vitamins/vegetables
vitamins/vegetables

The correct response is vitamins/minerals.

When choosing a snack, it's important to select foods that are nutrient-dense, meaning they are high in vitamins and minerals relative to their caloric content. This helps ensure that you're getting the essential nutrients your body needs without consuming excessive calories.

Units measured by the amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down are known as

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Responses

metabolism.
metabolism.

calories.
calories.

nutrients.
nutrients.

carbohydrates.

The correct response is calories.

Calories are the units used to measure the amount of energy released when nutrients (such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) are broken down in the body.

It is often hard to practice self-control when eating in the company of others because people are greatly influenced by which of the following

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Responses

peers.
peers.

environment.
environment.

appearance of food.
appearance of food.

hunger.

The correct response is environment.

When eating in the company of others, individuals are often influenced by their environment, which includes social interactions, the presence of different types of food, and the eating behaviors of others. This can affect self-control and eating behaviors.

The average individual should consume how many calories on a daily basis?

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Responses

2,500
2,500

2,750
2,750

3,000
3,000

2,000

The correct response is 2,000.

For the average adult, the recommended daily caloric intake is generally around 2,000 calories, though this can vary based on factors such as age, sex, activity level, and individual health goals.