Question 1

Which of the following nutrients is of special concern in the diets of young children?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  vitamin D 
C)  iron 
D)  All of the answers are correct. 
A)  calcium 
B)  vitamin D 
C)  iron 
D)  All of the answers are correct.

Question 2

The number of individuals 65 years of age and older is projected to__________ in the next few decades.

Accepted Answer

A)  decrease dramatically 
B)  increase 
C)  decrease slightly 
D)  stay the same 
A)  decrease dramatically 
B)  increase 
C)  decrease slightly 
D)  stay the same

Question 3

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 recommends that everyone over the age of 50 reduce their daily sodium intake to 1,200 milligrams or less.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Compared to the first year of life, a baby's growth slows in the second year.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

It is important to feed toddlers small, frequent, and nutrient- rich meals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The USDA reimburses schools for breakfast and lunch meals if they adhere to strict nutritional guidelines.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following substances is sometimes taken to lower blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

A)  garlic 
B)  fish oil 
C)  Echinacea 
D)  black cohosh 
A)  garlic 
B)  fish oil 
C)  Echinacea 
D)  black cohosh

Question 8

Large portion sizes at restaurants can be partly blamed for the growing obesity problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is Meals on Wheels?

Accepted Answer

Meals on Wheels is a program s

Question 10

Which of the following statements correctly describes an important role of zinc in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is important for regulating HDL levels. 
B)  It lowers homocysteine levels. 
C)  It promotes a healthy immune system. 
D)  It promotes strong bones and teeth. 
A)  It is important for regulating HDL levels. 
B)  It lowers homocysteine levels. 
C)  It promotes a healthy immune system. 
D)  It promotes strong bones and teeth.

Which of the following nutrients is of special concern in the diets of young children?

The number of individuals 65 years of age and older is projected to__________ in the next few decades.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 recommends that everyone over the age of 50 reduce their daily sodium intake to 1,200 milligrams or less.

Compared to the first year of life, a baby's growth slows in the second year.

It is important to feed toddlers small, frequent, and nutrient- rich meals.

The USDA reimburses schools for breakfast and lunch meals if they adhere to strict nutritional guidelines.

Which of the following substances is sometimes taken to lower blood pressure?

Large portion sizes at restaurants can be partly blamed for the growing obesity problem.

What is Meals on Wheels?

Which of the following statements correctly describes an important role of zinc in the body?

What Is Nutrition

Tools for Healthy Eating

The Basics of Digestion

Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fiber

Fats, Oils, and Other Lipids

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Minerals and Water

Alcohol

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition and Fitness

Consumerism and Sustainability: From Farm to Table

Food Safety and Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy Through Infancy

Hunger at Home and Abroad

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Exam 15: Life Cycle Nutrition: Toddlers Through the Later Years

Which of the following nutrients is of special concern in the diets of young children?

The number of individuals 65 years of age and older is projected to__________ in the next few decades.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 recommends that everyone over the age of 50 reduce their daily sodium intake to 1,200 milligrams or less.

Compared to the first year of life, a baby's growth slows in the second year.

It is important to feed toddlers small, frequent, and nutrient- rich meals.

The USDA reimburses schools for breakfast and lunch meals if they adhere to strict nutritional guidelines.

Which of the following substances is sometimes taken to lower blood pressure?

Large portion sizes at restaurants can be partly blamed for the growing obesity problem.

What is Meals on Wheels?

Which of the following statements correctly describes an important role of zinc in the body?

What Is Nutrition

Tools for Healthy Eating

The Basics of Digestion

Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fiber

Fats, Oils, and Other Lipids

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Minerals and Water

Alcohol

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition and Fitness

Consumerism and Sustainability: From Farm to Table

Food Safety and Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy Through Infancy

Hunger at Home and Abroad

Filters