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Which is the FALSE statement regarding RDAs?


A) RDAs recommend amounts of nutrients that can serve as a goal for individual intake.
B) The RDAs are one component of the DRIs.
C) The EARs are derived from the RDAs.
D) RDAs are often used in menu planning.

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Which is the least logical use of information from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) ?


A) Determining priorities for funding government health programs
B) Determining effectiveness of existing programs
C) Eestablishing daily requirements for major nutrients in selected population groups
D) Planning public policy and goals

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Which of the following methods is MOST likely to provide accurate information about what a person typically eats?


A) A computerized food frequency questionnaire
B) A 3-day food record that includes a weekend day kept by the individual
C) Analyzing all grocery store and restaurant receipts kept over a 60 day time period
D) A diet history that includes a 24 hour recall and a food frequency questionnaire

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How is the order in which ingredients are listed on a food label determined?


A) By contribution to total weight
B) By contribution to total volume
C) By nutrient density
D) In alphabetical order

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The nutritional analysis of a diet that follows The MyPlate recommendations would most closely resemble which DRI group?


A) EARs
B) RDAs
C) AIs
D) ULs

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How do the goals and objectives of Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the Healthy People Initiative differ? How are they similar?

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The Dietary Guidelines are targeted to t...

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Which of the following is NOT an authorized health claim associating intake with a health consequence?


A) Soluble fiber and coronary heart disease
B) Dietary fat and cancer risk
C) Sodium intake and blood pressure
D) Vitamin A intake and risk of cataracts

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Describe the components of a complete nutritional assessment for an individual?

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Review of past and present dietary intak...

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To manage weight and prevent unhealthy weight gain,the MyPlate guide recommends:


A) a minimum of 150 minutes of activity weekly.
B) 30 minutes most days of the week.
C) 60 minutes 3 days of the week.
D) 75-100 minutes of vigorous activity every 10 days.

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Which of the following is true regarding the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010?


A) Recommendations are made for specific amounts of individual nutrients.
B) The DGA 2010 is based on the DRIs.
C) They are intended to promote health and reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity and the risk of chronic disease.
D) These recommendations are designed for Americans 19 years and older.

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Which of the following is true regarding "qualified" health claims?


A) They result from significant scientific agreement.
B) They must be accompanied by a statement of explanation.
C) Their use on food labels does not require FDA approval.
D) They can only be used on dietary supplements.

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Jason is a 24-year-old computer programmer,working about 55 hours a week.He has gained a little weight recently and thinks he will have more energy and feel better if he made more healthful food selections.He cooks for himself at home and usually buys lunch at the company cafeteria.The following is a 24-hour recall from Jason: Jason is a 24-year-old computer programmer,working about 55 hours a week.He has gained a little weight recently and thinks he will have more energy and feel better if he made more healthful food selections.He cooks for himself at home and usually buys lunch at the company cafeteria.The following is a 24-hour recall from Jason: A.How does Jason's diet compare to the MyPlate recommendations? B.What would you suggest that Jason do to improve his diet? C.If this 24-hour recall were typical of Jason's diet,how would you evaluate it against the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? D.If cookies are labeled Low Fat what does this tell you about the energy content,or kcalories,in the cookies? E.What things might Jason do to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into his diet? What kinds of foods would be good choices for snacks,especially if Jason decides to take some to work? A.How does Jason's diet compare to the MyPlate recommendations? B.What would you suggest that Jason do to improve his diet? C.If this 24-hour recall were typical of Jason's diet,how would you evaluate it against the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? D.If cookies are labeled "Low Fat" what does this tell you about the energy content,or kcalories,in the cookies? E.What things might Jason do to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into his diet? What kinds of foods would be good choices for snacks,especially if Jason decides to take some to work?

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A.It has too much grains,meat,discretion...

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How would donuts be categorized in the MyPlate food plan?


A) Grains & dairy
B) Protein & grains
C) Grains & empty calories
D) Empty calories & vegetables

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Which is NOT an anthropometric measurement?


A) Blood glucose level
B) Height
C) Weight in kilograms
D) Wrist circumference

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The descriptor,Healthy,can legally be used on a food product when the product contains adequate levels of at least one selected nutrient and is low in:


A) fat,saturated fat,sodium,and cholesterol.
B) fat,fiber and protein.
C) fat,sugar and cholesterol.
D) fat,sodium and protein.

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A.What is the primary ingredient (greatest by weight)in this supplement? A.What is the primary ingredient (greatest by weight)in this supplement? B.Are the structure/function claims made on the label of this supplement approved by the FDA? C.How do you know if the claim is/is not approved? D.Based on the label information,is it possible for this supplement to replace a food in the diet or does the supplement replace a component found in food? Explain your answer. B.Are the structure/function claims made on the label of this supplement approved by the FDA? C.How do you know if the claim is/is not approved? D.Based on the label information,is it possible for this supplement to replace a food in the diet or does the supplement replace a component found in food? Explain your answer.

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A - Salmon oil B - No C - A disclaimer i...

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Which statement about dietary supplements is true?


A) The label must include all the ingredients in the dietary supplement.
B) All dietary supplements are produced according to the same strict laws that govern drug manufacturing.
C) All dietary supplements must be approved by the FDA to ensure safety and effectiveness.
D) Dietary supplements cannot be removed from the market once they are introduced.

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The Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) are estimated to meet the nutrient needs of what percentage of a healthy population group?


A) 33%
B) 50%
C) 75%
D) 97-98%

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A complete nutritional assessment would include all of the following EXCEPT:


A) laboratory measurements.
B) past and present dietary intake information.
C) setting nutritional goals.
D) anthropometric measurements.

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The MyPlate plan separates foods into groups to help Americans apply the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines to their individual diets.These groups are:


A) milk,meat,grains,fruits & vegetables and legumes.
B) meat,milk,beans & nuts,grains and fruits & vegetables.
C) fruits,vegetables,grains,protein foods and dairy.
D) grains,vegetables,fruits,dairy and meat,beans & nuts.

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