Question 1

What information would be an  optional  element on the Nutrition Facts panel?

Accepted Answer

A)  calories per serving 
B)  calories from fat 
C)  vitamin A 
D)  vitamin E 
E)  serving size 
A)  calories per serving 
B)  calories from fat 
C)  vitamin A 
D)  vitamin E 
E)  serving size

Question 2

The Mediterranean Diet recommends eating meat a few times a week.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Craig's new girlfriend is Mexican-American and he wants to cook her a healthy dinner. Plan a meal with an appetizer, main course, and dessert which contains 20%-35% of its calories from fat and is low in saturated and trans fats.

Accepted Answer

The following is an example of a healthy

Question 4

What are the six diet-planning principles for developing a healthy eating pattern?

Accepted Answer

A)  abundance, balance, conservative, nonfat, moderation, and variety 
B)  adequacy, bone development, correction, nutrients, moderation, and variety 
C)  adequacy, balance, calorie control, nutrient density, moderation, and variety 
D)  abundance, better, choices, multiple, nonfat, and variety 
E)  abundance, bone density, calorie control, nutrient-rich, multiple, and variety 
A)  abundance, balance, conservative, nonfat, moderation, and variety 
B)  adequacy, bone development, correction, nutrients, moderation, and variety 
C)  adequacy, balance, calorie control, nutrient density, moderation, and variety 
D)  abundance, better, choices, multiple, nonfat, and variety 
E)  abundance, bone density, calorie control, nutrient-rich, multiple, and variety

Question 5

The need for setting Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) for nutrients is the result of more people using large doses of supplements and fortified foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans  incorporate two general themes: maintaining calorie balance over time to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, and consuming more nutrient-dense foods and beverages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

According to the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) , approximately 45 to 65 percent of the total calories in a balanced diet should come from ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  fats 
B)  proteins 
C)  carbohydrates 
D)  phytochemicals 
E)  fiber 
A)  fats 
B)  proteins 
C)  carbohydrates 
D)  phytochemicals 
E)  fiber

Question 8

The ingredients on a food label are listed in alphabetical order.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which major goal is part of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A)  reduce health disparities 
B)  consume more energy-dense foods 
C)  balance calories with physical activity to manage weight 
D)  consume more foods with refined grains 
E)  decrease complex carbohydrate foods 
A)  reduce health disparities 
B)  consume more energy-dense foods 
C)  balance calories with physical activity to manage weight 
D)  consume more foods with refined grains 
E)  decrease complex carbohydrate foods

Question 10

Vignette #1 Carly is an overweight 21-year-old who is committed to good health after taking a nutrition course. She realizes that being a savvy shopper is part of the process and decides to learn how to look more critically at food labels. She picks up two different boxes of ready-to-eat breakfast cereal and sees the food labels shown in Figure 1. Help Carly evaluate these two breakfast cereals.
 
Carly wants to stay healthy and decides to purchase the cereal that may help prevent heart disease and cancer. Which cereal would she buy and why?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cereal #1 because it contains more protein per serving 
B)  Cereal #1 because it contains more antioxidants 
C)  Cereal #2 because it has less sugar 
D)  Cereal #2 because it contains more fiber 
E)  Both cereals would be equally effective because they both contain no cholesterol. 
A)  Cereal #1 because it contains more protein per serving 
B)  Cereal #1 because it contains more antioxidants 
C)  Cereal #2 because it has less sugar 
D)  Cereal #2 because it contains more fiber 
E)  Both cereals would be equally effective because they both contain no cholesterol.

Question 11

Vignette #2 Julia and David are new parents of a 13-year-old girl, Zoe. They want to make sure they are feeding her the most nutritious diet possible. Julia makes an appointment with a registered dietitian at Zoe's pediatrician's office. David's first question is "Can you help us figure out what foods to feed Zoe that will prevent chronic diseases in her future?" Julia seems concerned about how to make sure Zoe gets enough essential nutrients. Imagine you are the dietitian. Using the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the MyPlate tool, answer the following questions.
To prevent the risk of chronic disease in adulthood, what practice would you recommend?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reduce time spent in sedentary behaviors. 
B)  Increase solid fats and reduce oils. 
C)  Eat primarily cruciferous vegetables. 
D)  Eat one serving of oatmeal with one-half cup whole milk every day for breakfast. 
E)  Limit intake of oranges and grapefruits due to high acid content. 
A)  Reduce time spent in sedentary behaviors. 
B)  Increase solid fats and reduce oils. 
C)  Eat primarily cruciferous vegetables. 
D)  Eat one serving of oatmeal with one-half cup whole milk every day for breakfast. 
E)  Limit intake of oranges and grapefruits due to high acid content.

Question 12

Propose two suggestions for smart snacking in each of the food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein foods.

Accepted Answer

Below are suggested snacks from each of

Question 13

The DRI requirement of a nutrient is the minimum amount of a nutrient that will prevent the development of deficiency symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Zach eats a 2000-calorie diet and therefore should eat no more than 65 grams of fat per day. If he has only eaten a soft pretzel (6 grams of fat) and a mocha coffee drink (20 grams of fat) , how many more grams of fat can Zach have to stay within his daily fat budget ?

Accepted Answer

A)  26 
B)  39 
C)  91 
D)  120 
E)  There is not enough information provided. 
A)  26 
B)  39 
C)  91 
D)  120 
E)  There is not enough information provided.

Question 15

What portion of t he current U.S. diet is closest to meeting the Dietary Guidelines for Americans intake recommendations?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D 
B)  potassium 
C)  calcium 
D)  sodium 
E)  fiber 
A)  vitamin D 
B)  potassium 
C)  calcium 
D)  sodium 
E)  fiber

Question 16

A diet that does not overemphasize any food type or nutrient at the expense of another is following which characteristic of a healthy diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  adequacy 
B)  balance 
C)  choices 
D)  moderation 
E)  nonfat 
A)  adequacy 
B)  balance 
C)  choices 
D)  moderation 
E)  nonfat

Question 17

The amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the requirement for the nutrient in half of the people of a specific age and gender is known as the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) 
B)  Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) 
C)  Recommended Dietary Allowance (RD
A)  
D)  Adequate Intake (AI) 
E)  Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) 
A)  Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) 
B)  Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) 
C)  Recommended Dietary Allowance (RD
A)  
D)  Adequate Intake (AI) 
E)  Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)

Question 18

Which substance would be excluded from a list of sugar terms?

Accepted Answer

A)  molasses 
B)  high-fructose corn syrup 
C)  levulose 
D)  niacinamide 
E)  sorbitol 
A)  molasses 
B)  high-fructose corn syrup 
C)  levulose 
D)  niacinamide 
E)  sorbitol

Question 19

Vignette #2 Julia and David are new parents of a 13-year-old girl, Zoe. They want to make sure they are feeding her the most nutritious diet possible. Julia makes an appointment with a registered dietitian at Zoe's pediatrician's office. David's first question is "Can you help us figure out what foods to feed Zoe that will prevent chronic diseases in her future?" Julia seems concerned about how to make sure Zoe gets enough essential nutrients. Imagine you are the dietitian. Using the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the MyPlate tool, answer the following questions.
A sound strategy for Zoe and her parents regarding MyPlate is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  follow strict guidelines in preparing foods the same way each time 
B)  avoid mixed dish foods that include servings from several groups 
C)  increase activity to a high level while choosing foods based on moderate activity 
D)  add variety by choosing different foods within the food groups 
E)  remember that gender differences are minimal when considering calorie needs 
A)  follow strict guidelines in preparing foods the same way each time 
B)  avoid mixed dish foods that include servings from several groups 
C)  increase activity to a high level while choosing foods based on moderate activity 
D)  add variety by choosing different foods within the food groups 
E)  remember that gender differences are minimal when considering calorie needs

Question 20

The tolerable upper limit (UL) is most closely described as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the daily intake of a nutrient that is unlikely to pose adverse effects in healthy people 
B)  the amount of foods to which nutrients have been added 
C)  the amount of a nutrient estimated to meet the requirement in half of the people of a specific age and gender 
D)  the average amount of a nutrient that appears to be adequate for individuals 
E)  a set of reference values for energy and nutrients 
A)  the daily intake of a nutrient that is unlikely to pose adverse effects in healthy people 
B)  the amount of foods to which nutrients have been added 
C)  the amount of a nutrient estimated to meet the requirement in half of the people of a specific age and gender 
D)  the average amount of a nutrient that appears to be adequate for individuals 
E)  a set of reference values for energy and nutrients

What information would be an optional element on the Nutrition Facts panel?

The Mediterranean Diet recommends eating meat a few times a week.

Craig's new girlfriend is Mexican-American and he wants to cook her a healthy dinner. Plan a meal with an appetizer, main course, and dessert which contains 20%-35% of its calories from fat and is low in saturated and trans fats.

What are the six diet-planning principles for developing a healthy eating pattern?

The need for setting Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) for nutrients is the result of more people using large doses of supplements and fortified foods.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans incorporate two general themes: maintaining calorie balance over time to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, and consuming more nutrient-dense foods and beverages.

According to the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) , approximately 45 to 65 percent of the total calories in a balanced diet should come from ____.

The ingredients on a food label are listed in alphabetical order.

Which major goal is part of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Propose two suggestions for smart snacking in each of the food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein foods.

The DRI requirement of a nutrient is the minimum amount of a nutrient that will prevent the development of deficiency symptoms.

Zach eats a 2000-calorie diet and therefore should eat no more than 65 grams of fat per day. If he has only eaten a soft pretzel (6 grams of fat) and a mocha coffee drink (20 grams of fat) , how many more grams of fat can Zach have to stay within his daily fat budget ?

What portion of t he current U.S. diet is closest to meeting the Dietary Guidelines for Americans intake recommendations?

A diet that does not overemphasize any food type or nutrient at the expense of another is following which characteristic of a healthy diet?

The amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the requirement for the nutrient in half of the people of a specific age and gender is known as the ____.

Which substance would be excluded from a list of sugar terms?

The tolerable upper limit (UL) is most closely described as ____.

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Lipids Fats and Oils

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

Filters

Exam 2: The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

What information would be an optional element on the Nutrition Facts panel?

The Mediterranean Diet recommends eating meat a few times a week.

Craig's new girlfriend is Mexican-American and he wants to cook her a healthy dinner. Plan a meal with an appetizer, main course, and dessert which contains 20%-35% of its calories from fat and is low in saturated and trans fats.

What are the six diet-planning principles for developing a healthy eating pattern?

The need for setting Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) for nutrients is the result of more people using large doses of supplements and fortified foods.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans incorporate two general themes: maintaining calorie balance over time to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, and consuming more nutrient-dense foods and beverages.

According to the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) , approximately 45 to 65 percent of the total calories in a balanced diet should come from ____.

The ingredients on a food label are listed in alphabetical order.

Which major goal is part of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Propose two suggestions for smart snacking in each of the food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein foods.

The DRI requirement of a nutrient is the minimum amount of a nutrient that will prevent the development of deficiency symptoms.

Zach eats a 2000-calorie diet and therefore should eat no more than 65 grams of fat per day. If he has only eaten a soft pretzel (6 grams of fat) and a mocha coffee drink (20 grams of fat) , how many more grams of fat can Zach have to stay within his daily fat budget ?

What portion of t he current U.S. diet is closest to meeting the Dietary Guidelines for Americans intake recommendations?

A diet that does not overemphasize any food type or nutrient at the expense of another is following which characteristic of a healthy diet?

The amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the requirement for the nutrient in half of the people of a specific age and gender is known as the ____.

Which substance would be excluded from a list of sugar terms?

The tolerable upper limit (UL) is most closely described as ____.

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Lipids Fats and Oils

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

Filters