Questions, correct answers and maximum possible scores for the Food Knowledge and Iron Physiology subscales from Part B of the Nutrition Knowledge Questionnaire.
Subscale Questions from Part B of the NKQ Correct answer(s) Maximum
possible score
Food knowledge Which of these foods are good sources of iron?
Which of these vegetarian foods are good sources of iron? Chickpeas, lamb, chickena
Baked beans, lentils, spinach, eggsa 3
4
Which of the following statements is true/false regarding iron in the diet?
(a) Red meat has more than double the amount of iron of chicken or fish (gram for gram) True 1
(b) The absorption of iron from meat foods is increased by Vitamin C consumed in the same meal False 1
(c) Tea and coffee inhibit iron absorption True 1
(d) Calcium enhances iron absorption False 1
Iron physiology What is the main function of iron in the body?
Which of the following are features of haem iron (as opposed to non-haem iron)? Forms part of haemoglobin
Iron is attached to a protein, found in animal foods, more easily absorbed by humansa 1 3
For adults aged 19–30 years, is the recommended daily intake of iron higher for men or women? Women 1
Why do you believe this is the case? Menstrual blood loss, losses during childbirth, to build iron stores during pregnancya 3
Total possible score 19