BIOL 1322 Nutrition & Diet Therapy Chapter 3 Smart Book

A health claim could be included on a food label with ________________.

19% of DV for vitamin A

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

200

In what year was the USDA food guide pyramid replaced with MyPlate?

2011

True or false: Religious influences on dietary habits include the prohibition of certain foods and beverages.

True

The three broad groups of food that comprise the exchange system are ___________.

fats, proteins and carbs

Before diet analysis software became available, nutrient analysis relied on

food composition tables.

What is the newest DRI category?

CDRR

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

Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)

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

Exercise

Which of the following is true about organic food labeling?

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

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

seven standards that make up the Dietary Reference Intakes.

a) Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Intake b) Estimated Energy Requirement c) Tolerable Upper Intake Level d) Recommended Dietary Allowance e) Estimated Average Requirements f) Adequate Intake g) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range

"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

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

disclaimer from the FDA.

Generally speaking, the typical American diet (does/does not) comply with the USDA's dietary guidance

does not

The advantage of the RDAs and AI is that they are _________ _________ to measure a diet's adequacy.

easy tools

Which information can be found on the Nutrition Facts panel?

energy (calories), serving size, servings per container

five major food groups.

grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, protein

The "Western" diet

provides large amounts of animal protein

Many times, an individual's primary food selection and cooking habits _____ the individual's own cultural/ethnic heritage.

reflect

Authentic Mexican meals are based primarily on ___________________________.

rice, tortillas and beans.

Characterize the "Western" diet.

a) Lacks whole grains b) Lacks fruits and vegetables c) Contains large amounts of animal protein and fat

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

a) Mediterranean Diet Pyramids b) Asian Diet Pyramid

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

a) Name and address of manufacturer b) Amount of product in the package c) Product name d) Ingredients listed in descending order by weight

Which of the following are USDA approved organic labeling categories?

a) Organic b) 100% organic c) made with organic ingredients

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

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

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

Germany, United Kingdom and Scandinavia

The main goal of _________________ is to remind consumers to think about building a healthy plate at mealtimes and to learn more about healthy eating

MyPlate

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

Organic

Seasonings and sauces added to Asian foods are made from

ginger root, scallions, peppers, garlic, and sesame seeds.

According to Jewish dietary laws, meat and poultry products must be kept separate from ___________________.

milk products

Traditional Asian foods generally feature large amounts of

vegetables and rice or noodles

The Nutrition Facts panel

a) indicates serving amounts. b) Lists certain food constituents. c) indicates the % Daily Value of some food constituents.

The Supplement Facts label must include

a) the %DV of each nutrient b) serving size c) manufacturer's contact information

Limit added sugars to less than ______ of daily calories.

10%

Technically, all foods are ____________ because they contain substances comprised of carbon bonded with hydrogen.

Organic

Basic premise of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

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

The recommendation for dairy is to

consume fat-free or low-fat dairy foods including yogurt, cheese, and/or fortified soy products.

Analysis of government food consumption data reveals that the overall quality of the American diet is improving/worsening/same.

improving

The traditional Native American diet was (high/low) in sodium and fat and high in fiber.

low

Since the Pima Indians have adopted a more "Western" diet, obesity and type 2 diabetes is

more common

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

triangle shape.

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

a) the energy content of foods. b) the nutrient content of foods.

The percentages of Daily Values are applied to the Nutrition Facts label in which of the following ways?

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

After an immigrant population has assimilated fully, the prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure (increases/decreases)?

increases

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

USDA sponsored websites

To include variety in the diet, we should choose a variety of vegetables from which of the following subgroups?

a) starchy vegetables b) beans, peas, and lentils c) dark green, red, and orange vegetables

The general requirements that must be met before a health claim can be made for a food product include

a) the claim may describe the relationship between the product and disease. the food must be a good source of fiber, protein, vitamin A, calcium, or iron

______________ 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

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

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

A ___________________________ is the smallest amount of a nutrient that maintains a defined level of nutritional health.

Requirement

Judy wants to find out the amount of a specific nutrient needed to sustain good health. She initially checks the RDA requirements and cannot locate that nutrient. Her next step is to______.

AI standards

__________ depicts the key elements of a healthy diet. It emphasizes the fruit, vegetable, grain, protein, and dairy food groups. The goal is to remind consumers to think about building a health plate at meal times and to learn more about healthy eating.

MyPlate

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

a) Do not eat tilefish, shark, swordfish, and king mackerel because they may contain high amounts of methylmercury. b) Consume foods rich in choline and iodine to support fetal growth and development. c) Consume 8 to 12 ounces of seafood per week from a variety of seafood types.

Identify the basic goals of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

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

Identify the foods that are recommended in abundance by the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid.

Grains, fruits, veggies