Exam 12: Nutrition From 1 to 100

As compared to an adult, the percentage of calories from fat is _______ for an adolescent.

The incidence of chronic diseases and disabilities increases with advancing age, these increases were considered when the Dietary Reference Intake recommendations were established.

Which of the following statements about chronic disease risk is FALSE?

Basic food principles that are emphasized for the older adult include the following: consume plenty of fluids and fiber, choose foods to ensure intake of vitamin B12, calcium, and vitamin D is sufficient, and choose foods that are high in antioxidants. Aunt Matilda is an 80 year old sedentary women, she has a history of heart disease and is on medication to control blood pressure. She has some difficulty chewing because of poor-fitting dentures. Plan an appropriate lunch for Matilda based on specific food recommendations for each of the food groups. For each food group, report which of the basic food principles are being emphasized.

The RDA for iron for young children is _____ the RDA for adult men.

Based on this visual, explain how puberty affects body composition.

Recommended amounts of most micronutrients do not differ for boys and girls until about _____ years of age.

Based on the distribution of beverage intake by weight in U.S. children and teens, which micronutrient intakes have been most impacted by these beverage choices?

In 2007-2008, children aged ____ had the highest percentage of obese children.

The recommended water intake for older adults is ______ it is for younger adults.

Which of the following are appropriate strategies to increase calcium consumption in children?

The total amount of energy needed by teenagers is usually _______ that needed for an adult.

Adult energy needs typically _______ with age.

Drinking alcohol with meals slows its absorption.

Older adults should consume a diet that is _______ in protein relative to calories as compared to that of younger adults.

Much of what we choose to eat as adults depends on what we learned to eat as children. Think back to when you were a child, and respond to the following questions: Who, in your life, was instrumental in forming the eating habits that you have today? What foods did you eat often when you were a child? What types of foods and drinks did you have as snacks? Where in your home did you eat meals and snacks? If today you were raising a child, how would you help them to develop eating behaviors that support a healthy diet?

Based on the research depicted in this visual, adolescent peak growth velocity begins for females before it begins for males.

Deficiency of _____ is of particular concern with chronic alcohol consumption.

What percent of children are considered obese?

Scientific studies have shown that smokers consume fewer fruits and vegetables than nonsmokers.