NFS 101 CH 3

similar to

In general, organically grown foods are nutritionally _______ non-organically grown foods.

Whole milk contains calcium that can reduce the risk of osteoporosis. This claim cannot be made on the product package because ...

It contains more than 4 grams of saturated fat per serving. - the high amount of SATURATED fate makes the product ineligible for a health calcium

portion size

It is important to keep _____________ ______ under control so that you can eat a balanced and varied diet without consuming more calories, fat, cholesterol, sugar, and sodium than you need.

50%

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

cure a disease OR treat a disease

The FDA does not permit the marketing of a supplement to...

BEFORE

The FDA issued rules that require dietary supplement manufacturers to evaluate the purity, quality, strength, and composition _____________ marketing them.

FDA disclaimer (used when a dietary suppl manufacturer makes a health claim on a supplement package)

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.

lite or light

a food that has one-third fewer kilocalories or half the fat of a reference food that can be labeled as ...

a food with 19% of DV for Vitamin A

a health claim could be included on...

nutrient

age, gender, health status, and use of medications all influence a person's overall ________ requirement.

major storage sites for vit D and most minerals

bones liver body fat

MyPlate

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.

EER (estimated energy requirement)

estimate of calorie needs based on gender, age, height, weight, and physical activity level, gender/life stage - the average daily energy intake that meets the needs of a healthy person maintaining their weight

recommendation for dairy is to consume....

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

Organic

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

match the foods and food groups

grain - popcorn protein rich - lentils dairy - yogurt fats and oils - olives

Upper Level (UL)

highest amount of daily nutrient intakes unlikely to cause adverse health effects - nutrients with known toxicity levels or adverse effects

servings

one cup of mango is one serving from the fruit group one cup of plain yogurt is one serving from the dairy foods group

authentic Mexican meals use

rice, beans, and tortillas

Tolerable Upper Intake Level

the DRI used to establish maximum safe levels of nutrient intake; unlikely to be harmful when consumed daily

organic food labeling

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

healthy

the estimated energy requirement is based on the needs of individuals who are ____________.

requirement

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

some strategies that can be used to reduce portion size and/or calorie intake

- if you eat a hamburger for lunch, have a salad with lots of veggies and low-calorie dressing for dinner - choose reduced fat or non fat dairy products - consumer mostly nutrient-dense foods

basic goals of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

- limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake - shift to healthier food and beverage choices - focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount of food - follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan

prevent unwanted weight gain, one should...

- stay within daily calorie needs - increase physical activity

percentages of Daily Values are applied to the Nutrition Facts label by

- they are based on a 2000 kcal diet - the 2000 kcal diet allows easy comparison among similar foods - people requiring more or less than 2000 kcal must make the necessary adjustment

USDA approved organic labeling categories

-made with organic ingredients - organic - 100% organic

sustainable agriculture

-producing adequate amounts of food without reducing natural resources and harming the environ -protecting the environment

purpose and framework of the Exchange System

-provides manageable framework for designing diets -manageable framework, especially for treatment of diabetes - categorizes foods intro carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

Supplement Facts label

-serving size -%DV of each ingredient -manufacturer's contact information

appropriate uses of the DRI standards

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

CANNOT

A structure-function claim __________ state that a nutrient, food, or dietary suppl can be used to prevent or treat a serious health condition.

does NOT

Generally speaking, the typical American diet ______________ comply with the USDA's dietary guidelines.

Nutrition Facts panel

In addition to the product name, name and address of manufacturer, amount of product in the package, and the ingredients panel, the ________ __________ ________ listing certain nutrient constituents is also a mandatory element of the food label.

inspired by the Food Guide Pyramid

Mediterranean Diet Pyramids Asian Diet Pyramid

true statement

Moderation applies to all food groups.

proteins

MyPlate encourages consumers to imagine the size of a bar of soap in order to estimate a serving size for which food group?

must follow legal definitions

Nutrient claims on food packaging ...

Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range

Protein, 10-35% of total energy intake Carbohydrate, 45-65% of total energy intake Fat, 20-35% of total energy intake

(RDA) Recommended Dietary Allowances

nutrient intake recommendation set to meet the needs of nearly all individuals of a given age and gender - nutrient recommendation backed by extensive research

(AI) Adequate Intakes

nutrient intake recommendation set when research is not sufficient to determine RDA -when there isn't enough research to establish an RDA, AI is set -estimated from average daily nutrient intake from population studies

empty calorie foods

ones that are high in solid fats and/or added sugar. they provide calories, but few to no nutrients examples: cookies, cakes, sodas, pizza & candy

Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)

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