Question 1

Why should consumers use the USDA's MyPlate to develop their daily food plans?

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

On a food package,ingredients are listed
A)in descending order of amount,according to weight.
B)in ascending order amount,according to weight.
C)in the order of nutrient importance.
D)in alphabetical order.
E)None of the abovE.

Accepted Answer

Ingredients are listed on a food package in descending order of amount, according to weight. This helps consumers understand the relative amounts of each ingredient in the product.

Question 3

An individual consumes significantly more than 100% of the recommended daily allowance for fat intake.What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?
A)moderation
B)variety
C)balance
D)adequacy
E)None of the abovE.

Accepted Answer

Moderation is the aspect of a healthy diet that involves consuming foods in reasonable amounts, particularly those that are high in fat, sugar, or calories. Consuming more than 100% of the recommended daily allowance for fat indicates a lack of moderation.

Question 4

Which of the following is a declaration on a food package to indicate a link between a food,food component,or dietary supplement and a reduction in the risk of a disease?
A)food additive
B)supplemental health information
C)structure/function claim
D)health claim
E)nutrient claim

Accepted Answer

Health claim is a declaration on a food package that indicates a link between a food, food component, or dietary supplement and a reduction in the risk of a disease.

Question 5

On a food label,the % Daily Value table compares key nutrients per serving for a person consuming how many kilocalories daily?
A)2,000
B)1,500
C)2,500
D)3,000
E)It depends on the person's age,weight,height,and level of activity.

Accepted Answer

The % Daily Value table on a food label compares key nutrients per serving for a person consuming 2,000 kilocalories daily, which is the average daily recommended intake for adults in the United States.

Question 6

An individual consumes 1,500 calories and expends 2,000 calories per day.What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?
A)moderation
B)variety
C)balance
D)adequacy
E)None of the abovE.

Accepted Answer

The person is missing adequacy, which means they are not consuming enough calories to meet their body's needs. Consuming too few calories can lead to nutrient deficiencies and other health problems in the long run. The recommended daily calorie intake for adults can vary based on factors such as age, gender, height, weight, and activity level, but generally ranges from 1,600-2,400 calories for women and 2,000-3,000 calories for men. It is important to ensure that the calories consumed come from a balanced and varied diet to meet all nutrient needs.

Question 7

An estimation of the amount of a specific nutrient contained in one serving,based on a daily intake of 2000 calories,is called
A)percent daily value (%DV).
B)food labeling.
C)ingredients list.
D)health claims.
E)nutrient claims.

Accepted Answer

Percent daily value (%DV) is a measure of how much of a nutrient is provided by one serving of food, based on a daily intake of 2000 calories. It is included in food labeling to help consumers make informed decisions about their diets.

Question 8

Which of the following claims are NOT evaluated or regulated by the FDA?
A)vitamin content
B)structure/function claims
C)health claims
D)nutrient claims
E)food additives

Accepted Answer

Structure/function claims are not evaluated or regulated by the FDA; they describe the role of a nutrient or dietary ingredient intended to affect normal structure or function in humans, but they do not require FDA approval.

Question 9

The declaration on a food package of the nutrient content is called
A)percent daily value (%DV).
B)food labeling.
C)ingredients list.
D)health claims.
E)nutrient claims.

Accepted Answer

The declaration on a food package of the nutrient content is called food labeling. Food labeling provides information about the nutrition value, ingredients, serving size, and serving per container of the food item. The nutrient content is provided through percent daily value (%DV) for various nutrients like fat, sodium, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, among others. Health claims and nutrient claims are nutritional claims, which describe the health benefits of a food item, such as low fat, low calories, high fiber. However, these claims are not the declaration of nutrient content.

Question 10

Which of the following are harder to find in food deserts in America?
A)nutrient-dense foods
B)empty-calorie foods
C)junk foods
D)energy-dense foods
E)All of the abovE.

Accepted Answer

Nutrient-dense foods, which are typically healthier options such as fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, are often harder to find in food deserts compared to empty-calorie and junk foods. This can contribute to a lack of access to healthy options and a higher consumption of unhealthy foods, leading to negative health outcomes.

Question 11

A list of the more specific information about what the food package contains is called
A)percent daily value (%DV).
B)food labeling.
C)ingredients list.
D)health claims.
E)nutrient claims.

Accepted Answer

The list of ingredients provides specific information about what the food package contains, including any potential allergens. Percent daily value (%DV), food labeling, health claims, and nutrient claims provide other types of information on the food package, but not specific details on the ingredients.

Question 12

Which of the following is a dietary principle of not overindulging in potentially harmful foods,such as those that contain unhealthy levels of fat,sugar,and salt?
A)moderation
B)variety
C)balance
D)adequacy
E)sufficiency

Accepted Answer

The dietary principle of not overindulging in potentially harmful foods, such as those that contain unhealthy levels of fat, sugar, and salt, is known as moderation. Moderation suggests that a moderate amount of all foods can be included in a healthy diet, but overindulging in any one type of food should be avoided.

Question 13

What is the typical relationship between inexpensive fast-food items and nutrient density?

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Question 14

Compare and contrast the food items commonly found at corner convenience stores versus items found at a full-service grocery store.How does this affect nutrient density in food choices for residents without a full-service grocery store nearby?

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Question 15

The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate is to encourage people to do all of the following,except
A)increase physical activity and reduce time spent in sedentary behaviors.
B)maintain appropriate calorie balance throughout each stage of life.
C)eat a variety of vegetables.
D)stop eating carbohydrates.
E)increase fruit intakE.

Accepted Answer

The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate is not to completely eliminate any one specific food group, such as carbohydrates. Rather, the focus is on promoting a balanced and varied diet that meets nutrient needs and supports overall health.

Question 16

A nutrient claim is
A)a declaration on food packages to indicate a possibly beneficial nutrient.
B)not federally regulated.
C)more specific information about what the food product contains.
D)a statement on the label about how that nutrient may affect the human body's structure.
E)All of the abovE.

Accepted Answer

A nutrient claim is a declaration on food packages to indicate a possibly beneficial nutrient.

Question 17

Which of the following information is NOT provided on a Nutrition Facts Panel for a packaged food item?
A)serving size
B)calories from fat
C)percent daily value (%DV)
D)percentage of calories from carbohydrates
E)amount of trans fat per serving

Accepted Answer

The Nutrition Facts Panel does not provide the percentage of calories from carbohydrates. It provides the total carbohydrates and the percent daily value, but not the specific percentage of calories from carbohydrates.

Question 18

An individual eats chicken regularly but not other sources of protein.What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?
A)moderation
B)variety
C)balance
D)adequacy
E)None of the abovE.

Accepted Answer

The person is missing variety in their diet by only consuming chicken as their source of protein. It is important to have a variety of protein sources to ensure adequate intake of essential amino acids and other important nutrients found in different protein sources.

Question 19

Describe the term food desert as it applies to American living.

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Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of MyPlate?
A)It places most foods into one of five groups based on nutrient content.
B)It places a higher value on eating protein than any other food group.
C)It can be used with great flexibility in planning a healthy diet.
D)It specifies that a certain quantity of food be consumed from each group.
E)It can be used as an educational tool.

Accepted Answer

MyPlate does not place a higher value on eating protein than any other food group. Instead, it encourages a balance and variety of foods from all five groups.

Quiz 2: Healthy Diets

Why should consumers use the USDA's MyPlate to develop their daily food plans?

On a food package,ingredients are listed

An individual consumes significantly more than 100% of the recommended daily allowance for fat intake.What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?

Which of the following is a declaration on a food package to indicate a link between a food,food component,or dietary supplement and a reduction in the risk of a disease?

On a food label,the % Daily Value table compares key nutrients per serving for a person consuming how many kilocalories daily?

An individual consumes 1,500 calories and expends 2,000 calories per day.What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?

An estimation of the amount of a specific nutrient contained in one serving,based on a daily intake of 2000 calories,is called

Which of the following claims are NOT evaluated or regulated by the FDA?

The declaration on a food package of the nutrient content is called

Which of the following are harder to find in food deserts in America?

A list of the more specific information about what the food package contains is called

Which of the following is a dietary principle of not overindulging in potentially harmful foods,such as those that contain unhealthy levels of fat,sugar,and salt?

What is the typical relationship between inexpensive fast-food items and nutrient density?

Compare and contrast the food items commonly found at corner convenience stores versus items found at a full-service grocery store.How does this affect nutrient density in food choices for residents without a full-service grocery store nearby?

The purpose of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate is to encourage people to do all of the following,except

A nutrient claim is

Which of the following information is NOT provided on a Nutrition Facts Panel for a packaged food item?

An individual eats chicken regularly but not other sources of protein.What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?

Describe the term food desert as it applies to American living.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of MyPlate?