health: chapter 4
Dietary supplements
Do not need FDA approval before they are marketed
Which of the following is a healthful, inexpensive choice for improving your nutrition?
Shop for, cook with, and order menu items containing legumes
Which of the following is characteristic of an essential nutrient?
It cannot be made in sufficient quantities by the body
Which of the following is true of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
It recommends that you be physically active at least 10 minutes a time
Which of the following would be considered a food residue?
Pesticides
Athletes typically need
About the same level of carbohydrates as non-athletes
Which of the following substances contributes the most calories?
Alcohol
Most foodborne illnesses
Can be prevented by using safe food-handling practices
Prebiotics are
Non-nutrient food components that stimulate the growth of bacteria in the large intestine
Which of the following statements about the DRIs is true?
The AI designates a nutrient intake level when an RDA cannot be determined
