Question 1

A typical cookie provides 180 calories per serving of one cookie. A company would like to develop a cookie that is reduced in calories. What is the maximum amount of calories the reduced in calories cookie can contain?

Accepted Answer

For a product to be considered "reduced in calories," it must contain at least 25% fewer calories than the original. Therefore, the maximum amount of calories the reduced calorie cookie can contain is 75% of 180 calories, which is 135 calories.

Question 2

Which of the following would require a Nutrition Facts table?

Accepted Answer

Cereal requires a Nutrition Facts table because it is a packaged food product that is not exempt from labeling requirements.

Question 3

Joe is trying to quickly decide between two different cereals to determine which one is the healthier choice for sodium, vitamin A, and calcium. He does not know how much of each of these nutrients he should be consuming on a daily basis. Which part of the Nutrition Facts Table will be the MOST beneficial?

Accepted Answer

The percent daily value (%DV) on the Nutrition Facts Table helps consumers understand how much of a nutrient is in a serving of food in the context of their total daily diet. This is especially useful when one does not know the recommended daily amounts of specific nutrients, as it provides a quick way to compare the nutritional value of different foods and determine which one is healthier based on the percentage of daily intake.

Question 4

Including fibre in your diet is beneficial to your GI tract, but consuming excess amounts of fibre can result in the loss of nutrients. This statement is an example of which of the following factors to consider in planning diets?

Accepted Answer

The statement highlights the importance of moderation in diet planning, indicating that while fiber is beneficial, excessive intake can lead to nutrient loss, underscoring the need for a balanced approach.

Question 5

In December 2002, the Food and Drug Regulations were amended to make bilingual nutrition labelling mandatory on most products, update the nutrient content claims, and:

Accepted Answer

The amendment in December 2002 to the Food and Drug Regulations included making bilingual nutrition labelling mandatory on most products, updating nutrient content claims, and permitting diet-related health claims. This allowed for specific claims on food labels that relate the consumption of a food to a person's health.

Question 6

Shayla explains that she is having white pasta with a cream sauce for dinner. She notes that she will be following Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide as she will be having a serving from the grain products and milk and alternatives groups. What would you say about her choices?

Accepted Answer

Whole wheat pasta is a healthier choice because it contains more fiber than white pasta, and replacing half the cream with tomato sauce reduces the amount of saturated fat and adds more nutrients, aligning better with the guidelines of Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide.

Question 7

The Nutrition Facts Panel on a box of crackers indicates that one serving provides 140 calories, with 55 calories coming from fat. Approximately what percentage of calories are coming from fat in this product?

Accepted Answer

To find the percentage of calories coming from fat, divide the calories from fat by the total calories and multiply by 100. So, $ \frac{55}{140} \times 100 \approx 39\% $.

Question 8

Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide encourages meat alternatives such as beans and tofu to lower intakes of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Eating well with Canada's Food Guide encourages the consumption of meat alternatives like beans and tofu primarily to lower intakes of saturated fat, which is found in higher amounts in many animal-based foods.

Question 9

Which of the following is required on every food label?

Accepted Answer

Calcium is required on every food label as part of the Nutrition Facts panel, according to the FDA regulations.

Question 10

You are reading a food label that indicates that the product contains 22% of the DV of calcium, 2% of the DV of Vitamin C, and 30% of the DV from fat. Based on this information, which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

A product is considered high in a nutrient if it contains 20% or more of the Daily Value (DV) for that nutrient. Since this product contains 22% of the DV for calcium, it is high in calcium.

Question 11

Gabrielle is a college athlete who requires 2,400 kcals a day to support her total energy needs. However, Gabrielle only manages to consume approximately 1,700 kcals a day. Which of the four characteristics of a healthful diet can you determine that Gabrielle is not meeting?

Accepted Answer

Gabrielle is not meeting the adequacy characteristic of a healthful diet because she is not consuming enough calories to meet her daily energy needs.

Question 12

________ refers to eating the right proportion of foods.

Accepted Answer

Balance refers to eating the right proportion of foods.

Question 13

What would you say to someone who tells you that they do not need to eat fruits and vegetables because they can take a vitamin and mineral supplement instead?

Accepted Answer

Supplements cannot replace fruits and vegetables because whole foods provide a complex mix of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients that supplements cannot fully replicate. Whole foods offer additional health benefits that go beyond the nutrients they contain.

Question 14

Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide was released in 2007 and is intended to help people meet their nutrient needs, contribute to overall health and vitality, and:

Accepted Answer

Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide is designed to help individuals meet their nutritional needs and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer by promoting a balanced and healthy diet.

Question 15

According to Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide, which of the following would be a healthy alternative for an individual who does not like to drink milk?

Accepted Answer

Calcium-fortified soy milk is a healthy alternative to cow's milk for individuals who do not like to drink milk, as it provides similar amounts of calcium and other nutrients.

Question 16

The four characteristics of a healthful diet are adequacy, balance, moderation, and:

Accepted Answer

Variety is the fourth characteristic of a healthful diet, complementing adequacy, balance, and moderation. It ensures the inclusion of different foods to provide a wide range of nutrients.

Question 17

Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide recommends eating at least one dark green and one orange vegetable each day to ensure an adequate intake of:

Accepted Answer

Dark green and orange vegetables are rich sources of folate and vitamin A, which are essential nutrients for overall health. Folate is important for cell division and the formation of DNA, while vitamin A is crucial for vision, immune function, and skin health.

Question 18

Louis is a stay-at-home dad who generally prepares the majority of meals for his household. Even though he always prepares meals that offer enough calories and nutrients for his family of four, he tends to make the same meals again and again. Which one of the characteristics of a healthy diet is Louis not incorporating into his meal planning?

Accepted Answer

Variety is the characteristic Louis is not incorporating into his meal planning, as he tends to make the same meals repeatedly, which can limit the range of nutrients his family receives.

Question 19

Which of the following would be the healthiest way to prepare a potato?

Accepted Answer

Baking a potato with its skin on preserves most of its nutrients and avoids the addition of unhealthy fats, making it the healthiest preparation method listed.

Question 20

By December ________ all business were required to comply with the new Canadian food and Drug Regulations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of By December ________ all business were required...

Quiz 2: Designing a Healthy Diet