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Subelement P5

HAM NUTRITION

Section P5B

Dietary considerations

Which of the following diets would typically exclude ham products?

  • Ketogenic diet
  • Correct Answer
    Kosher diet
  • Paleo diet
  • Mediterranean diet
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Why is ham generally not included in a low-sodium diet?

  • Its high fat content
  • Its cholesterol levels
  • Correct Answer
    Its high sodium content from curing
  • Its carbohydrate content
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What characteristic of some traditionally cured hams makes them unsuitable for those with certain food intolerances?

  • Correct Answer
    They may contain gluten in seasonings or additives
  • They always contain lactose
  • They contain significant amounts of fructose
  • They contain caffeine from the smoking process
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Which ham product would be most appropriate for someone following a low-fat diet?

  • Prosciutto with visible fat marbling
  • Country ham with fat cap
  • Ham hock
  • Correct Answer
    Extra lean, low-sodium ham
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What dietary approach might include moderate amounts of high-quality ham despite its sodium content?

  • DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)
  • Correct Answer
    Mediterranean diet
  • Strict low-sodium diet
  • Vegetarian diet
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What vegetarian protein source is sometimes used to create ham-flavored meat alternatives?

  • Mushrooms only
  • Lentils only
  • Correct Answer
    Seitan (wheat gluten) or soy protein
  • Rice protein
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Why might someone with phenylketonuria (PKU) need to limit consumption of certain ham products?

  • Correct Answer
    They contain phenylalanine, an amino acid PKU patients cannot process
  • They contain excessive amounts of iron
  • They're typically high in glucose
  • They contain enzymes that interfere with PKU medication
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Which ham preservation method may create histamine concerns for sensitive individuals?

  • Freezing
  • Vacuum sealing
  • Roasting
  • Correct Answer
    Fermentation during long aging
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