Unit 1 Outcome 1
Sweet potatoes provide good satiety because they are:
a. low in fat.
b. high in protein.
c. low GI.
d. high in starch.
c. low GI.
Once digested, carbohydrates can be utlised by the body to:
provide the body with energy.
Which of the following best describes the term microbiota?
A group of microorganisms that live on or in us.
Which of the following is not one of the three principles of research?
A. Credible sources.
B. Evidence-based data.
C. Accurate analysis of data.
D. Evidence-based information.
B. Evidence-based data.
Identify the false statement:
a. Every meal should be in proportion to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating.
b. White flour is an example of refined carbohydrates.
c. Choosing low-fat dairy products is an excellent way to reduce saturated fat intake.
d. Deli meats belong in the Only Sometimes and Small Amounts section of the Australian Guide to Health Eating.
A. Every meal should be in proportion to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating
A student hears the school bell at 1 pm and begins to think about eating lunch. This is an example of:
Digestion of protein occurs in the:
stomach and small intestine
Where does most microbiota live in the human body?
The large intestine.
What is not considered a credible source of information?
A. Government website.
B. Nutritional blogger.
C. Educational institutions.
D. Dietician.
B. Nutritional blogger.
A diet high in fibre can assist with decreasing the risk of:
a. Cardiovascular disease.
b. Obesity and Overweight.
c. Type Two Diabetes.
d. All of the above
d. All of the above.
Which of the statements below best reflects someone with an appetite for food?
A. Peter has eaten a salad sandwich and an apple but wants a sweet ‘treat.’
B. John has eaten a salad sandwich and an apple. He has no desire to eat any more food.
C. For the last hour, Sam has been experiencing hunger pains.
D. Ian ate a large breakfast and had his apple around 10 am; he is not hungry and plans to eat his salad sandwich a little later.
A. Peter has eaten a salad sandwich and an apple but wants a sweet ‘treat.’
For enzymatic hydrolysis to occur, the following is required:
enzymes and water
During microbial fermentation, resistant starch is broken down into:
Short-chain fatty acids
Which of the following is an example of the evidence-based information used in the development of the Australian Dietary Guidelines?
A. Scientific review of 150 websites about fad foods.
B. Interviews with naturopaths.
C. Over 55,000 pieces of peer-reviewed published scientific research about food, diet, and health
D. Data analysis.
C. Over 55,000 pieces of peer-reviewed published scientific research about food, diet, and health
Legumes are included in two sections of the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating because:
They are a source of protein and a vegetable.
Sam ate a large breakfast earlier in the morning. He was still quite satisfied and had no desire to eat more food until he smelt some freshly baked cookies. He eats a few of the cookies. This is an example of
appetite
Where does digestion begin?
Mouth
Which of the following foods promote the growth and health of the microbiota?
A. Berries, bananas, dairy products, and onion flavoured chips.
B. Garlic, dairy foods, kombucha, store-bought sauerkraut.
C. Unripe bananas, garlic and cold potatoes.
D. All of the above.
The answer is C; unripe bananas, garlic and cold potatoes are all sources of prebiotics.
When analysing data, scientists may look for:
Patterns, relationships, or trends.
The Australian Dietary Guideline help Australians eat nutritious foods by encouraging them to:
Eat a wide variety of foods.
Explain the difference between appetite and satiety.
Satiety is the full feeling that someone has after eating food. They may not feel overfull, but they do feel comfortably satisfied. In contrast, appetite can occur regardless of whether someone feels full. Appetite means someone is eating or wants to eat because they desire a particular food
Provide an example of mechanical digestion in the stomach
The muscles in the stomach contracting.
Explain the difference between the roles of prebiotics and probiotics in the body.
Prebiotics are food substances that promote the growth and health of the microbiota, whereas probiotics are bacteria add variety to the existing microbiota in the gut.
The Australian Dietary Guidelines and the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating have been developed using:
the latest evidence and expert opinion
According to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating rationale, which of the following foods is the best to consume for lunch?
a. Fried rice with bacon, an orange, and an apple.
b. Wholegrain salad sandwich, fruit salad, and water. c. Wholegrain ham and salad sandwich, an apple, and water.
d. Fish pie is made using reduced fat pastry, a muesli bar, and a soft drink.
b. Wholegrain salad sandwich, fruit salad, and water.