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Indicate on the diagram where nutrient levels are set for the following standards.Then,briefly define or describe the standard: Tolerable Upper Intake Levels,Recommended Dietary Allowance,Estimated Average Requirement. Indicate on the diagram where nutrient levels are set for the following standards.Then,briefly define or describe the standard: Tolerable Upper Intake Levels,Recommended Dietary Allowance,Estimated Average Requirement.

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Analysis of blood can be used to determine:


A) what someone ate the previous day.
B) glucose and cholesterol levels.
C) an individual's overall nutritional status.
D) bone mineral density.

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Exchange lists:


A) are the basis of MyPlate.
B) group foods according to macronutrient and energy content.
C) simplify MyPlate for the general population.
D) were first developed to help people lose weight.

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Nutrition Facts labels include information about which vitamins?


A) A & C
B) A & E
C) A & D
D) C & D

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A food frequency questionnaire reveals that an individual has very low energy intake.What other information would be needed before a diagnosis of malnutrition could be made?


A) Anthropometric measurements
B) Medical history
C) Physical exam
D) All of these analyses would be required.

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Which statement regarding foods selected in a restaurant is FALSE?


A) A menu item labeled "low fat" must meet the same criteria as a packaged product with a "low fat" label.
B) Nutrient claims about menu items must be backed up with appropriate nutrition information.
C) A restaurant cannot make a health claim on its menu.
D) Restaurants are not required to have food labels unless the establishment has 20 or more locations.

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____________ are used when not enough information is available to establish an EAR for a particular nutrient.


A) AIs
B) DRIs
C) RDAs
D) ULs

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Identify the food group represented by each colored portion on MyPlate.List two foods to increase and two to reduce. Identify the food group represented by each colored portion on MyPlate.List two foods to increase and two to reduce.

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Red - fruits Green - vegetables Brown - ...

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The recommendation of moderation in healthy diets:


A) means limiting portion sizes and choosing nutrient-dense foods.
B) means choosing nutrient dense foods as often as energy-dense foods.
C) relates to consuming moderate amounts of complex carbohydrates.
D) All of these statements are true.

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Computer software can be used to analyze diets.The most appropriate time to use a nutrition analysis program would be when:


A) checking for a clinical symptom of nutritional deficiency.
B) you wanted to know how many third graders in a classroom ate breakfast.
C) comparing the planned menu for children in an elementary school to the RDAs.
D) determining the estimated energy requirements of senior citizens.

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Recommended Dietary Allowances were first published in which decade?


A) 1920s
B) 1940s
C) 1960s
D) 1980s

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Which is typically not found on a Nutrition Facts label?


A) Calories from fat
B) Calories per serving as compared to comparable products
C) Percent daily values for key nutrients
D) Serving size

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The amount of a nutrient estimated to meet the needs of 50% of people in the same gender and life stage group is the:


A) EAR.
B) RAE.
C) AI.
D) RDA.

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Which of the following is FALSE concerning the MyPlate web site?


A) The tools on the web site are only applicable to a 2000 kcal dietary requirement.
B) Nutrition information can be personalized for individuals.
C) The website allows individuals to analyze their diets for energy and nutrient intake.
D) The website is of little use to those Americans without internet access.

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Indicate the nutrients that are low in this food,and those that are high,based on the Daily Value.Is this food a good choice for someone limiting their intake of saturated fat? Why or why not? Indicate the nutrients that are low in this food,and those that are high,based on the Daily Value.Is this food a good choice for someone limiting their intake of saturated fat? Why or why not?

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Low- Fiber,vitamins A & C,iron High- Tot...

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Which is NOT a goal or objective of the Healthy People Initiative?


A) Eliminating health disparities among Americans
B) Decreasing prevalence of obesity among adults
C) Increasing the number of formula-fed infants in the U.S.
D) Reduction of deaths due to heart disease

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Which health claim on a food label is NOT allowed?


A) Diets low in fat and rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer.
B) Diets rich in vitamin C will reduce the incidence of colds and flu.
C) Adequate calcium intake throughout life helps maintain bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
D) Diets high in sodium may increase the risk of high blood pressure in some people.

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Which is TRUE regarding Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs) ?


A) For some groups,there is an established benefit of consuming nutrients at this level.
B) It is a not a recommended level for consumption.
C) Consuming nutrients at this level will probably cause adverse health effects.
D) The UL is set at the level of intake that causes adverse effects in 5% of the population .

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The variables used to calculate Estimated Energy Requirements include:


A) age,BMI,weight and gender.
B) age,gender,weight,height,and physical activity level.
C) physical activity level,gender and BMI.
D) gender,age,weight,physical activity level and proportions of kcals consumed as fats.

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A question such as "Who does the grocery shopping in your house?" would most appropriately be included in a:


A) 24-hour recall.
B) diet history.
C) food frequency questionnaire.
D) food record.

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