Question 1

Canned and dried fruit are not as nutritious as fresh fruit, and should be avoided in a healthy diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Beans and peas are good sources of the nutrients found in both vegetables and protein foods, so they can be counted in either food group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Food labels are designed to help consumers make wise food choices at the point of purchase.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The energy recommendation that describes the proportions of calories that should come from carbohydrate, fat, and protein are the:

Accepted Answer

A)  AIs. 
B)  AMDRs. 
C)  DRIs. 
D)  EARS. 
A)  AIs. 
B)  AMDRs. 
C)  DRIs. 
D)  EARS.

Question 5

A qualified health claim does not have the same amount of research to support it as a health claim.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Discretionary calories come from:

Accepted Answer

A)  alcohol and added sugars. 
B)  added sugars and solid fats. 
C)  alcohol and solid fats. 
D)  Alcohol, added sugars, and solid fats. 
A)  alcohol and added sugars. 
B)  added sugars and solid fats. 
C)  alcohol and solid fats. 
D)  Alcohol, added sugars, and solid fats.

Question 7

If you consumed the entire box, what %DV of sodium would you have consumed?

Accepted Answer

A)  20% 
B)  30% 
C)  40% 
D)  70% 
A)  20% 
B)  30% 
C)  40% 
D)  70%

Question 8

The _____ is a reference value for the intake of nutrients used on the food label.

Accepted Answer

A)  Adequate Intake 
B)  Daily Value 
C)  Estimated Average Requirement 
D)  Recommended Dietary Allowance 
A)  Adequate Intake 
B)  Daily Value 
C)  Estimated Average Requirement 
D)  Recommended Dietary Allowance

Question 9

A limitation of the information obtained from population health and nutrition surveys is that the information cannot be used if the nation is meeting health and nutrition goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is not a component of the DASH diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consuming plenty of whole grains, nuts and seeds. 
B)  Consuming full-fat dairy products. 
C)  Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. 
D)  Increasing foods rich in calcium and magnesium. 
A)  Consuming plenty of whole grains, nuts and seeds. 
B)  Consuming full-fat dairy products. 
C)  Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. 
D)  Increasing foods rich in calcium and magnesium.

Question 11

Which of the following is promoted by the Mediterranean Eating Pattern?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eating poultry and eggs daily. 
B)  Consuming full-fat dairy products frequently. 
C)  Eating red meat and sweets less often. 
D)  Limiting consumption of nuts and seeds. 
A)  Eating poultry and eggs daily. 
B)  Consuming full-fat dairy products frequently. 
C)  Eating red meat and sweets less often. 
D)  Limiting consumption of nuts and seeds.

Question 12

A complete assessment of an individual's nutritional status includes a diet analysis, physical exam, medical history, and laboratory tests.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Nutrient content and health claims are approved by the:

Accepted Answer

A)  FDA. 
B)  food manufacturer. 
C)  USDA. 
D)  US Department of Public Health. 
A)  FDA. 
B)  food manufacturer. 
C)  USDA. 
D)  US Department of Public Health.

Question 14

On the food label, a %DV is NOT required for:

Accepted Answer

A)  monounsaturated fats. 
B)  saturated fats. 
C)  total fat. 
D)  trans fat. 
A)  monounsaturated fats. 
B)  saturated fats. 
C)  total fat. 
D)  trans fat.

Question 15

Ingredients on a food label are listed in descending order by weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

According to the AMDR, the majority of calories you eat should come from:

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrates. 
B)  fat. 
C)  protein. 
D)  vitamins. 
A)  carbohydrates. 
B)  fat. 
C)  protein. 
D)  vitamins.

Question 17

All of the following are characteristics of the Dietary Reference Intakes EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  the standards are designed to prevent nutrient deficiency. 
B)  the standards are designed to reduce the risk of chronic disease. 
C)  there are two sets of standards, one for healthy people and one for when someone is sick. 
D)  they can be used to determine if a person's diet provides adequate amounts of the essential nutrients. 
A)  the standards are designed to prevent nutrient deficiency. 
B)  the standards are designed to reduce the risk of chronic disease. 
C)  there are two sets of standards, one for healthy people and one for when someone is sick. 
D)  they can be used to determine if a person's diet provides adequate amounts of the essential nutrients.

Question 18

MyPlate emphasizes the importance of proportionality, moderation, and nutrient density, but not variety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans focuses on balancing calorie intake with physical activity and consuming nutrient-dense foods and beverages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Dietary supplements:

Accepted Answer

A)  are approved by the FDA. 
B)  are exempt from providing any nutritional information. 
C)  are regulated as foods. 
D)  include multivitamin pills, herbs, and enzymes. 
A)  are approved by the FDA. 
B)  are exempt from providing any nutritional information. 
C)  are regulated as foods. 
D)  include multivitamin pills, herbs, and enzymes.

Canned and dried fruit are not as nutritious as fresh fruit, and should be avoided in a healthy diet.

Beans and peas are good sources of the nutrients found in both vegetables and protein foods, so they can be counted in either food group.

Food labels are designed to help consumers make wise food choices at the point of purchase.

The energy recommendation that describes the proportions of calories that should come from carbohydrate, fat, and protein are the:

A qualified health claim does not have the same amount of research to support it as a health claim.

Discretionary calories come from:

If you consumed the entire box, what %DV of sodium would you have consumed?

The _____ is a reference value for the intake of nutrients used on the food label.

A limitation of the information obtained from population health and nutrition surveys is that the information cannot be used if the nation is meeting health and nutrition goals.

Which of the following is not a component of the DASH diet?

Which of the following is promoted by the Mediterranean Eating Pattern?

A complete assessment of an individual's nutritional status includes a diet analysis, physical exam, medical history, and laboratory tests.

Nutrient content and health claims are approved by the:

On the food label, a %DV is NOT required for:

Ingredients on a food label are listed in descending order by weight.

According to the AMDR, the majority of calories you eat should come from:

All of the following are characteristics of the Dietary Reference Intakes EXCEPT:

MyPlate emphasizes the importance of proportionality, moderation, and nutrient density, but not variety.

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans focuses on balancing calorie intake with physical activity and consuming nutrient-dense foods and beverages.

Dietary supplements:

Nutrition: Everyday Choices

Digestion: From Meals to Molecules

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

Lipids: Fats, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Management

Nutrition, Fitness, and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

Nutrition From 1 to 100

How Safe Is Our Food Supply

Feeding the World

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Exam 2: Guidelines for a Healthy Diet

Canned and dried fruit are not as nutritious as fresh fruit, and should be avoided in a healthy diet.

Beans and peas are good sources of the nutrients found in both vegetables and protein foods, so they can be counted in either food group.

Food labels are designed to help consumers make wise food choices at the point of purchase.

The energy recommendation that describes the proportions of calories that should come from carbohydrate, fat, and protein are the:

A qualified health claim does not have the same amount of research to support it as a health claim.

Discretionary calories come from:

If you consumed the entire box, what %DV of sodium would you have consumed?

The _____ is a reference value for the intake of nutrients used on the food label.

A limitation of the information obtained from population health and nutrition surveys is that the information cannot be used if the nation is meeting health and nutrition goals.

Which of the following is not a component of the DASH diet?

Which of the following is promoted by the Mediterranean Eating Pattern?

A complete assessment of an individual's nutritional status includes a diet analysis, physical exam, medical history, and laboratory tests.

Nutrient content and health claims are approved by the:

On the food label, a %DV is NOT required for:

Ingredients on a food label are listed in descending order by weight.

According to the AMDR, the majority of calories you eat should come from:

All of the following are characteristics of the Dietary Reference Intakes EXCEPT:

MyPlate emphasizes the importance of proportionality, moderation, and nutrient density, but not variety.

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans focuses on balancing calorie intake with physical activity and consuming nutrient-dense foods and beverages.

Dietary supplements:

Nutrition: Everyday Choices

Digestion: From Meals to Molecules

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

Lipids: Fats, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Management

Nutrition, Fitness, and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

Nutrition From 1 to 100

How Safe Is Our Food Supply

Feeding the World

Filters