Question 1

Individuals who are consuming a mixture of different food groups and foods within each group are meeting the diet principle of

Accepted Answer

Consuming a mixture of different food groups and foods within each group meets the diet principle of variety, as it involves including a wide range of foods in the diet to ensure a broad intake of nutrients.

Question 2

Individuals who are providing the correct proportion of nutrients to maintain health and prevent disease are meeting the diet principle of

Accepted Answer

The principle of balance in a diet refers to providing the correct proportion of nutrients to maintain health and prevent disease, ensuring that no nutrient is consumed in excess or deficiency.

Question 3

Individuals who are providing reasonable but not excessive amounts of foods and nutrients are meeting the diet principle of

Accepted Answer

Moderation in diet refers to consuming the right amounts of foods and nutrients, neither too much nor too little, to maintain health and avoid overnutrition or undernutrition.

Question 4

Ana wants to lose weight so she should try to eat more_________foods.

Accepted Answer

Nutrient-dense foods provide more vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial nutrients while having lower calories, making them ideal for weight loss. They help in feeling fuller for longer periods, thus aiding in weight management.

Question 5

A balanced diet includes fewer _________foods and more _________foods.

Accepted Answer

A balanced diet emphasizes consuming fewer energy-dense foods, which are high in calories but low in nutritional value, and more nutrient-dense foods, which provide a high amount of nutrients relative to their calorie content.

Question 6

Nutrient- dense foods contain _________nutrients and_________calories.

Accepted Answer

Nutrient-dense foods are those that provide a high amount of nutrients for a relatively low amount of calories, meaning they contain more nutrients and fewer calories.

Question 7

A meal that contains foods from _________is part of a balanced, and healthy diet.

Accepted Answer

A balanced and healthy diet includes foods from every food group to ensure that an individual gets all the necessary nutrients.

Question 8

Raw fresh fruits and vegetables are considered to be

Accepted Answer

Raw fresh fruits and vegetables are considered to be nutrient-dense because they provide a high amount of vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial nutrients relative to their calorie content.

Question 9

Apple pie is _________, but a fresh apple is _________.

Accepted Answer

Apple pie is calorie-dense due to added sugars and fats, while a fresh apple is nutrient-dense, offering vitamins, minerals, and fiber with fewer calories.

Question 10

A meal that contains foods from every food group is part of a_________diet.

Accepted Answer

A meal that includes foods from every food group ensures a variety of nutrients are consumed, which is characteristic of a balanced and healthy diet.

Question 11

Amy's favorite foods are mostly high- fat, high- sugar processed foods, and her blood cholesterol is higher than recommended. This increases her risk of a heart attack. When she decides to try healthier eating, Amy needs to

Accepted Answer

Eating favorite foods in moderation by limiting portion size and number of servings is a sustainable approach to healthier eating that can help reduce the risk of heart disease without completely eliminating the foods she enjoys.

Question 12

Dried fruits and nuts are high in fat and calories, but they are also

Accepted Answer

Dried fruits and nuts are considered nutrient-dense because they provide a high amount of nutrients compared to their calorie content, despite being high in fat and calories.

Question 13

The quantity of food which is usually eaten at one sitting is a

Accepted Answer

A portion is the amount of food that one chooses to eat for a meal or snack; it can vary from person to person or meal to meal. Serving size is a standardized amount of food that helps people understand how much they are eating, often used for nutritional labeling.

Question 14

Portion_________, or perceiving larger portions of food as appropriate sizes, may be contributing to obesity

Accepted Answer

Portion distortion refers to the perception of larger food portions as the appropriate or normal size, which can contribute to overeating and obesity.

Question 15

Which government agency regulates the labeling on all packaged foods?

Accepted Answer

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is responsible for regulating the labeling on all packaged foods in the United States.

Question 16

When Mary receives a meal on a large plate in a restaurant, she is more likely to eat larger portions and her estimate of the kilocalories of the meal is likely to

Accepted Answer

Research in psychology and nutrition has shown that when meals are served on larger plates, individuals tend to serve themselves more and consume larger portions without realizing it. This often leads to underestimating the caloric content of the meal because the portion size appears more appropriate for the plate size, skewing perception.

Question 17

_________includes food groups and typical foods.

Accepted Answer

MyPlate includes food groups and typical foods, serving as a guide for balanced eating by illustrating the five food groups using a familiar mealtime visual: a place setting.

Question 18

The RDAs are

Accepted Answer

The Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) are designed to meet the needs of nearly all (97-98%) individuals in a specific age and gender group, not just 50% or below the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR), and they are certainly not set above the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL).

Question 19

The exchange system of healthy eating was developed from an exchange system which was designed for persons with

Accepted Answer

The exchange system of healthy eating was originally developed for individuals with diabetes to help manage their blood glucose levels. This system categorizes foods into groups based on their nutritional content, making it easier for those with diabetes to exchange foods within the same category without significantly altering their meal plan's carbohydrate content.

Question 20

A food is considered nutrient- dense if the following nutrients on a food label are present in large quantities

Accepted Answer

Nutrient-dense foods are those that provide high levels of vitamins and minerals compared to their calorie content. Fiber, calcium, iron, and potassium are essential nutrients that contribute to a balanced and healthy diet, making option D the correct choice.

Quiz 2: Tools for Healthy Eating