Question 1

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans encourage individuals to eat in moderation and engage in more
____________________ ____________________.

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Question 2

Potential food allergens, such as eggs, nuts, milk, wheat and shellfish must be listed on product
____________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of Potential food allergens, such as eggs, nuts,...

Question 3

A child's daily nutrient requirements can best be met by consuming:

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A)   a wide variety of food
B)   at least one quart of milk each day
C)   larger quantities of food
D)   fresh fruit and vegetables in seasonE) B) and C)
F) A) and D) A

Question 4

Why are enriched cereal products not as nutritious as whole grain cereals?

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Enriched cereal products may l...

Question 5

Define the term "empty calories" and explain what it means in terms of an individual's diet.

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Empty calories consist primarily of fats...

Question 6

Plant proteins, such as nuts, dry peas, and beans can be substituted for meat in a child's diet.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is the criterion for labeling a food substance as an "essential" nutrient?

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An essential nutrient is one t...

Question 8

Nutrient groups that function to build body tissues are:

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A)   proteins and fats
B)   carbohydrates and vitamins
C)   fats and minerals
D)   proteins and mineralsE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

A five-year-old child should have the equivalent of cups of milk each day.

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A)   1
B)   2
C)   2 1/2
D)   3E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 10

A majority of children consume the recommended fruit and vegetable daily servings.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Fats and carbohydrates each yield nine calories per gram.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Complex carbohydrates are a nutrient strength of the food group.

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The answer of Complex carbohydrates are a nutrient strength of...

Question 13

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend all the following lifestyle behaviors EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   eliminating carbohydrates from one's diet
B)   implementing practices to reduce food-borne illnesses
C)   consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables daily
D)   aiming for a healthy weightE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 14

Six grams of butter would yield how many calories?

Accepted Answer

A)   24
B)   30
C)   45
D)   54E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Manufacturers can include health claims on their product labels as long as there is
____________________ to support them.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Manufacturers can include health claims on their...

Question 16

The nutritional guideline that includes the most individualized nutrient information in terms of age/gender grouping is(are) :

Accepted Answer

A)   MyPlate
B)   DRIs
C)   Percent of Daily Values
D)   Healthy People 2020E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Nutrient groups that yield energy include:

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A)   protein, fats, and carbohydrates
B)   fats, vitamins, and minerals
C)   complex carbohydrates, water, and vitamins
D)   water, vitamins, and mineralsE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 18

DRIs are reported by specific ages and gender.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 19

Milk or milk products should be consumed daily to ensure that the mineral is obtained in the amount needed.

Accepted Answer

calcium

Question 20

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that no more than 30 percent of a person's calories should come from fat. The food group(s)  that supply the least amount of dietary fat is(are) :

Accepted Answer

A)   milk, yogurt, and cheese group
B)   meat and beans group
C)   vegetable and fruit groups
D)   empty caloriesE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Exam 12: Nutrition Guidelines

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans encourage individuals to eat in moderation and engage in more ____________________ ____________________.

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Potential food allergens, such as eggs, nuts, milk, wheat and shellfish must be listed on product ____________________

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A child's daily nutrient requirements can best be met by consuming:

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Why are enriched cereal products not as nutritious as whole grain cereals?

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Define the term "empty calories" and explain what it means in terms of an individual's diet.

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Plant proteins, such as nuts, dry peas, and beans can be substituted for meat in a child's diet.

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What is the criterion for labeling a food substance as an "essential" nutrient?

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Nutrient groups that function to build body tissues are:

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A five-year-old child should have the equivalent of cups of milk each day.

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A majority of children consume the recommended fruit and vegetable daily servings.

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Fats and carbohydrates each yield nine calories per gram.

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Complex carbohydrates are a nutrient strength of the food group.

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend all the following lifestyle behaviors EXCEPT:

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Six grams of butter would yield how many calories?

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Manufacturers can include health claims on their product labels as long as there is ____________________ to support them.

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The nutritional guideline that includes the most individualized nutrient information in terms of age/gender grouping is(are) :

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Nutrient groups that yield energy include:

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DRIs are reported by specific ages and gender.

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Milk or milk products should be consumed daily to ensure that the mineral is obtained in the amount needed.

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that no more than 30 percent of a person's calories should come from fat. The food group(s) that supply the least amount of dietary fat is(are) :

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