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CFNA 2024-2026 Questions and Answers
Nutrition
This document contains a collection of questions and answers from various modules (1-12) related to CFNA (Conférence Francophone de Nutrition Appliquée) for the years 2024-2026. The questions cover topics from Wooclap, 'tuyaux' (tips/tricks), and other sources, focusing on nutrition, biochemistry, health, and disease prevention.
Nutrition
Biochemistry
Health
35 Questions
Medium
Ages 16+
May 15, 2026
About this Study Set
This study set covers Nutrition through
35 practice questions.
This document contains a collection of questions and answers from various modules (1-12) related to CFNA (Conférence Francophone de Nutrition Appliquée) for the years 2024-2026. The questions cover topics from Wooclap, 'tuyaux' (tips/tricks), and other sources, focusing on nutrition, biochemistry, health, and disease prevention. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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1
What are the three main categories of questions presented in the CFNA modules?
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A
Wooclap, 'tuyaux', and other questions
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B
Theory, Practice, and Case Studies
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C
Introduction, Development, and Conclusion
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D
General Knowledge, Specific Facts, and Applications
2
Which vitamins are considered fat-soluble?
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A
Vitamin A, D, E, K
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B
Vitamin B complex, C
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C
Vitamin C, D, K
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D
Vitamin A, B complex
3
What is the primary role of calcium in the body?
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A
Maintenance of bone capital
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B
Energy production
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C
Blood clotting
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D
Muscle contraction
4
Which foods are rich in sodium?
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A
Cheese, biscuit, carbonated drink
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B
Fruits, vegetables
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C
Lean meats, fish
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D
Whole grains, legumes
5
What is the function of selenium?
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A
Good thyroid function
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B
Bone health
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C
Immune system support
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D
Energy production
6
What is nutritherapy not considered?
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A
Alternative medicine
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B
A practical application of biochemistry
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C
A field of study
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D
A health discipline
7
What is the first duty of a nutritherapist?
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A
Restoration of patient's energy
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B
Diagnosis of diseases
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C
Prescription of medication
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D
Weight loss
8
Which vitamins are fat-soluble?
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A
A, D, E, K
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B
B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B8, B9, B12, C
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C
C, B vitamins
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D
A, C, D
9
Which vitamins are water-soluble?
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A
B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B8, B9, B12, C
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B
A, D, E, K
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C
A, D, E
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D
B1, C, K
10
What are nucleic acids composed of?
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A
DNA (capital genetic)
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B
Proteins
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C
Lipids
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D
Carbohydrates
11
What does the 'key-lock' principle explain in relation to genes and coenzymes?
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A
The relationship between genes and coenzymes
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B
The function of enzymes
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C
The structure of DNA
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D
The process of protein synthesis
12
What happens in the body during stress?
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A
Increased blood sugar, bronchodilation, increased heart rate
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B
Decreased blood sugar, bronchodilation, decreased heart rate
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C
Increased blood sugar, bronchoconstriction, increased heart rate
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D
Decreased blood sugar, bronchoconstriction, decreased heart rate
13
What is the role of magnesium in the stress response?
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A
It is magnesium-dependent; needs increase with stress
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B
It is depleted by stress
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C
It has no role in the stress response
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D
It reduces the need for oxygen
14
What is the role of calcium in the stress response?
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A
Calcium enters cells, displacing magnesium
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B
Calcium is excreted by the kidneys
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C
Calcium reduces cellular energy consumption
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D
Calcium promotes relaxation
15
What happens when the brain identifies a threat during stress?
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A
Secretion of noradrenaline
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B
Secretion of serotonin
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C
Secretion of dopamine
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D
Secretion of adrenaline
16
What is the consequence of magnesium deficiency during stress?
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A
Increased cellular calcium entry, leading to fatigue
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B
Decreased cellular calcium entry, leading to fatigue
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C
Increased urinary excretion of calcium
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D
Reduced bronchodilation
17
What is the body's response to a toxic overload?
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A
Neutralize, metabolize in the liver, revitalize elimination pathways
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B
Eliminate directly through the skin
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C
Increase water intake only
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D
Reduce food consumption
18
What are triglycerides formed from?
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A
A glycerol molecule reacting with three fatty acids
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B
A cholesterol molecule reacting with fatty acids
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C
Amino acids and glycerol
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D
A phosphate group and fatty acids
19
Which statement about polyunsaturated fatty acids is correct?
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A
High consumption of omega-6 fatty acids can over-mobilize delta-6-desaturase at the expense of omega-3s
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B
Omega-3 fatty acids are always pro-inflammatory
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C
Omega-6 fatty acids are only found in animal products
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D
Polyunsaturated fatty acids are essential for energy storage
20
What is the role of leucine?
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A
Activates the mTOR 'nutrient sensor'
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B
Inhibits protein synthesis
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C
Promotes fat storage
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D
Reduces energy production
21
How is the glycemic load of a food classified?
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A
Low if <= 10, moderate if 11-19, high if >= 20
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B
Low if <= 5, moderate if 6-10, high if >= 11
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C
Low if <= 15, moderate if 16-25, high if >= 26
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D
Low if <= 20, moderate if 21-30, high if >= 31
22
What factors decrease the glycemic index of food?
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A
High fiber content, soluble fibers, acidity
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B
Low fiber content, insoluble fibers, alkalinity
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C
High sugar content, simple starches
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D
Low viscosity fibers, rapid particle breakdown
23
What is the effect of fat and protein on the glycemic index?
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A
They decrease the glycemic index
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B
They increase the glycemic index
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C
They have no effect on the glycemic index
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D
They only affect the glycemic load
24
What is the role of salt in glucose absorption?
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A
Salt is essential for glucose absorption
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B
Salt inhibits glucose absorption
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C
Salt has no effect on glucose absorption
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D
Salt reduces insulin production
25
What is the effect of consuming foods favorable to an anti-inflammatory flora?
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A
Reduced digestive permeability to industrial foods
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B
Increased digestive permeability to industrial foods
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C
No effect on digestive permeability
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D
Increased inflammation
26
What is tryptophan a precursor to?
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A
Serotonin
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B
Dopamine
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C
Melatonin
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D
Adrenaline
27
What is taurine a partner to?
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A
Magnesium reuptake
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B
Calcium reuptake
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C
Potassium reuptake
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D
Sodium reuptake
28
What is tyrosine?
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A
A conditionally essential amino acid
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B
An essential amino acid
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C
A non-essential amino acid
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D
A vitamin
29
What disease is caused by nicotinamide deficiency?
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A
Pellagra
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B
Scurvy
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C
Rickets
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D
Beriberi
30
Why is vitamin B6 recommended for premenstrual syndrome?
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A
It modulates the affinity of estrogen receptors
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B
It increases estrogen production
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C
It reduces progesterone levels
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D
It has no effect on hormones
31
Why is beta-carotene used instead of vitamin A in supplements?
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A
Vitamin A is teratogenic
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B
Vitamin A is less effective
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C
Vitamin A is more expensive
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D
Vitamin A is not fat-soluble
32
What is the optimal plasma level for vitamin D?
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A
50 to 60 ng/ml
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B
20 to 30 ng/ml
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C
70 to 80 ng/ml
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D
10 to 20 ng/ml
33
What is another name for Vitamin E?
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A
Tocopherol
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B
Retinol
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C
Ascorbic acid
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D
Thiamine
34
Is Vitamin K2 partially synthesized by the intestinal flora?
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A
True
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B
False
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C
Only in infants
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D
Only in specific conditions
35
What is the difference between burn-in and burn-out?
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A
This question is posed in the text but not answered
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B
Burn-in relates to initial enthusiasm, burn-out to exhaustion
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C
Burn-in is a physical state, burn-out is mental
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D
Burn-in is a cause, burn-out is an effect
