Deck 12: Nutrition Guidelines

Question 1

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

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 season

Answer 1

a wide variety of food

Question 2

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

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Nutrient recommendations established in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans serve as the standard upon which most federal nutrition programs are based.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A standard serving of Food "X" provides 10% of a child's calories and the following percentages of U.S. RDAs: thiamin 25%, niacin 25%, riboflavin 25%, vitamin C 5%, vitamin A 30%, and iron 4%. This food would be considered:

A) nutrient dense
B) calorie dense
C) a good mineral source
D) insufficient information is provided

Question 5

Nutrient groups that function to build body tissues are:

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

Question 6

The omission of fruits and vegetables from a child's diet seriously reduces the availability of all the following nutrients EXCEPT:

A) fiber
B) high-quality protein
C) vitamin C
D) vitamin A

Question 7

Which two nutrients would most likely be deficient in a child's diet if milk was consumed to the exclusion of other food groups?

A) calcium and iron
B) vitamin C and iron
C) protein and riboflavin
D) riboflavin and thiamin

Question 8

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

A) 1
B) 2
C) 2 1/2
D) 3

Question 9

Dietary Reference Intakes are useful for evaluating the nutrient contributions of an individual's diet.

Question 10

Nutrient groups that yield energy include:

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

Question 11

DRIs are reported by specific ages and gender.

Question 12

All of the following foods yield dietary fiber EXCEPT:

A) meats and seafood
B) fresh and frozen fruits
C) whole grain breads, crackers, cereals, and pastas
D) raw vegetables and lettuce salads

Question 13

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

Question 14

Fats and carbohydrates each yield nine calories per gram.

Question 15

Fresh fruits and vegetables must carry a label that lists serving sizes, calories, sugars, and fat.

Question 16

Milk is a rich source of dietary calcium and iron.

Question 17

Vitamins are added to bread and cereal foods to a level that replaces those removed during processing.

Question 18

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

A) MyPlate
B) DRIs
C) Percent of Daily Values
D) Healthy People 2020

Question 19

Whole grains are the only food group that supplies dietary fiber.

Question 20

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

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 weight

Question 21

Proteins serve a number of important functions in the body, including:

A) growth and repair of body tissue
B) regulation of body functions
C) providing energy
D) all choices are correct

Question 22

Six grams of butter would yield how many calories?

A) 24
B) 30
C) 45
D) 54

Question 23

Fruits and vegetables are the major sources of the vitamins and .

Question 24

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

Question 25

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

Question 26

Identify at least three vegetables that are a rich source of vitamin C.

Question 27

All commercially-prepared cereals and breads are now fortified with to decrease the incidence of spina bifida in infants.

Question 28

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

Question 29

Complex carbohydrates are a nutrient strength of the food group.

Question 30

What three general functions do nutrients perform in the body?

Question 31

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):

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

Question 32

If you were preparing to teach a "healthy eating" class for adults at your local community center what general
recommendations would you offer based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Question 33

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

Question 34

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

Question 35

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

Question 36

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