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The RDA is established by adding _____ to the EAR.

a "margin of safety"

In the vegetable group, the standard serving size is equivalent to:

1 cup cooked vegetables 1 cup 100% vegetable juice 1 cup raw vegetables

According to MyPlate, which of the following is equivalent to a standard serving in the protein foods group?

1 ounce of meat 1 egg 1/4 cup of cooked dry beans

Limit added sugars to less than _____ of daily calories.

10

If you consume 2000 kcal per day, you should limit your added sugars to less than

200

Protein

AMDR 10-35

Choose the seven standards that make up the Dietary Reference Intakes.

Adequate Intake Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Intake Tolerable Upper Intake Level Estimated Average Requirements Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range Estimated Energy Requirement Recommended Dietary Allowance

Scientist record eating patterns of a group of healthy people and if this group shows no signs of a nutrient deficiency disorder, the average intake of the nutrient evaluated becomes the _____.

Adequate Intake (AI)

Choose the foods that are part of the dairy group on MyPlate.

Fat-free milk. Low-fat cottage cheese

Which of the following pieces of information is required on most foods sold in stores?

Ingredients listed in descending order by weight Amount of product in the package Product name Name and address of manufacturer

Which of the following dietary guides were inspired by the Food Guide Pyramid?

Mediterranean Diet Pyramids Asian Diet Pyramid

Which of the following is NOT required on the Supplement Facts label?

Structure-function claim

Which of the following are true facts about the percentages of Daily Values when applied to the Nutrition Facts food label?

The 2000-kcalorie diet allows easy comparison among similar foods. People requiring more or less than 2000-kcalories must make the necessary adjustment. They are based on a 2000-kcalorie diet.

Which two government agencies collaborate every five years to publish the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

USDA U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

The RDAs are standards for recommending the _____ of several nutrients.

daily intakes

If a health claim appears on the label of a nutrient supplement, it must also include a

disclaimer from the FDA.

What value would you look at to determine the calorie intake a person should consume each day to maintain body weight?

eer

before diet analysis software became available, nutrient analysis relied on

food composition tables

The typical American diet of those 2 years and older does not provide enough

fruits and vegetables. fat-free and low-fat milk.

The Estimated Energy Requirement is based on the needs of individuals who are______.

heatly

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highest amount of daily nutrient intakes unlikely to cause adverse health effects

Analysis of government food consumption data reveals that the overall quality of the American diet is _____.

improving

After an immigrant population has assimilated fully, the prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure

increase

Plant foods in the protein foods group include _____.

lentils. navy beans. nuts.

When choosing dairy products, the recommendation is to choose dairy products that are _____.

low fat or fat free

The main goal of ______ is to remind consumers to think about building a healthy plate at meal times and to learn more about healthy eating.

myplate

RDa

nutrient intake recommendation set to meet the needs of nearly all individuals of a given age and gender

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nutrient intake recommendation set when research is not sufficient to determine RDA

In addition to the product name, name and address of the manufacturer, amount of product in the package, and the ingredients panel, the ______ must list certain nutrients.

nutrition facts panel

Good sources of plant proteins include

nuts. peas. beans.

In the fruits group, the standard serving size is equivalent to

one cup of fruit. half cup raisins.

Foods that are produced without the use of antibiotics, hormones, or synthetic fertilizers or pesticides are called

organic

foods are foods produced without the use of antibiotics, hormones, or synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.

organic

Choose the five major food groups.

protein grains dairy products fruits vegetables

Which nutrient standard is set to meet or exceed 97.5% of the requirement for nearly all healthy Americans?

rda

Dietary Reference Intakes are intended to help people______.

reduce their risk of nutrient deficiencies achieve optimal health lower disease risk

The "meat-and-potatoes" diet is common in

the United Kingdom. Germany. Scandinavia.

___________is the standard representing the highest average amount of a nutrient that is unlikely to be harmful when consumed daily.

tolerable upper intake level

The USDA food guide created in the late 1980s was illustrated using a(n)_____shape

triangle

True or false: USDA sponsored websites are a good resource to evaluate food intake

true

Which of the following best describes Dietary Reference Intakes?

umbrella term for various nutrient recommendations set by the Food and Nutrition Board

To prevent disease, achieve optimal health, and reduce the risk of nutrient deficiencies, nutrition experts have established the______

Dietary Reference Intakes

When there isn't enough research to establish a RDA, a(n)

adequate intake (aL)

The EAR should meet the needs of ____ percent of healthy people in a particular life stage/gender group.

50

A(n) ____ is the amount of the nutrient that should meet the needs of 50% of the healthy people who are in a particular life stage/gender group.

ear

To establish the RDA for a nutrient, first scientists determine the nutrient's ___ and then add a "margin of safety" so that the RDA meets the nutrient needs of 97% to 98% of healthy individuals.

ear

The standard serving size in the fruit group is equivalent to____cup fruit or fruit juice OR 1/2Blank 2Blank 2 1/2 , Correct Unavailable cup of dried fruit.

Blank 1: 1, one, 1/2, or 2 Blank 2: 1/2, one-half, half, or .5

Standards for planning nutritious diets for groups of people are called

Blank 1: Dietary or D Blank 2: Reference or R Blank 3: Intakes, I, or Intake

Which of the following are appropriate food intake recommendations for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding?

Consume 8 to 12 ounces of seafood per week from a variety of seafood types. Consume foods rich in iron or take an iron supplement. Do not eat tilefish, shark, swordfish, and king mackerel because they may contain high amounts of methylmercury.

Dietary analysis software programs and websites can be quick and easy tools for determining

the energy content of foods. the nutrient content of foods.

Increasing the variety of protein foods in the diet would involve including which plant protein sources?

Beans, peas, lentils

Which Dietary Reference Intake sets a nutrient intake level that reduces chronic disease risk within a healthy population?

CDRR

Which of the following is an example of an acceptable health claim?

Calcium may reduce the risk for osteoporosis.

"Adults should limit their sodium intake to less than 2300 mg/day to reduce the risk of chronic disease" is an example of the______.

Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Intakes

Which of the following is an appropriate food intake recommendation for women who are capable of becoming pregnant?

Consume iron rich food or take an iron supplement if recommended by a health care provider. Consume 400 mcg of folic acid/day

Which is true about the role of diet in health?

Diet is only one aspect of lifestyle that affects health.

The basic premise of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans includes which of the following statements?

The Dietary Guidelines are designed to promote good health and reduce the risk of major nutrition-related chronic health conditions.

The purpose and framework of the Exchange System includes which of the following?

The tool provides a manageable framework for designing diets. This tool categorizes foods into carbohydrates, protein, and fats. The tool provides a manageable framework, especially for treatment of diabetics.

Where could someone go to find good websites to evaluate food intake?

USDA sponsored websites

All of the following are protein rich foods that make good substitutes for meat EXCEPT:

avocado

The Exchange System (now referred to as Choose Your Foods) was originally developed to assist people with

diabetes.

if you frequently eat less than the _____ for a nutrient, you may be at risk for developing the nutrient's deficiency disorder.

ear

In the protein-rich food group, choose foods that are classified as protein-rich AND non-meat.

eggs, beans, and nuts. tofu and seeds.

calorie foods are ones that are high in solid fats and/or added sugar. They provide calories, but few to no nutrients. Some examples are cookies, cakes, sodas, pizza, and candy.

empty

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estimation of calorie needs based on gender, age, height, weight, and physical activity level

The Dietary Reference Intakes help people to______.

evaluate nutritional adequacy evaluate nutritional deficiency plan a nutritious diet

In addition to diet, what other lifestyle habit is essential for good health?

exercise

True or false: If your diet meets the RDA or AI values, your food intake is unlikely to be nutritionally sound

false

Choose the foods and beverages that are considered "empty calories".

regular soft drinks cakes and cookies alcohol anything that is suger in it high amout

The smallest amount of a nutrient that maintains a defined level of nutritional health is called a _____.

requirement

a___is the smallest amount of a nutrient that maintains a defined level of nutritional health.

requirement

What are the appropriate uses of the DRI standards?

to ensure that one specific nutrient is not overconsumed to prevent disease to achieve optimal health to reduce the risk of nutrient deficiencies

The label on a jar of baby food lists the following ingredients, in this order: water, carrots, ground turkey, rice flour, wheat flour, peas, potato flour, onion powder." Which ingredient is most abundant, by weight, in the product?

water

What is the newest DRI category?

CDRR

Which of the following is true about organic food labeling?

The ability to use the label means the food has met strict government standards

Which of the following are USDA approved organic labeling categories?

100% organic made with organic ingredients organic

A health claim could be included on a food label with

19% of DV for Vitamin A.

fat*

AMDR 20-35

Carbohydrates

AMDR 45-65

The ______ inspired the development of other food pyramids for people who don't follow the Western diet.

Food Guide Pyramid

Which of the following meals exemplifies the recommendations of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid?

Fruits, vegetables, beans, olive oil, and wine in moderation

Your diet is likely to be nutritionally adequate if your average daily intake for each nutrient meets the nutrient's _____ or AI value.

RDA

Identify the basic goals of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Shift to healthier food and beverage choices. Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan. Focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount of food. Limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake.