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NUR 2320 EXAM 2
Review – Exam 2
Chapters (9 – 16)
Chapter 9
What is the Percent Daily Value (%DV) listed on the “Nutrition Facts” label
and what standard measurement is it based on?
- It tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily
diet. The standard measurement is 2000 calories a day. 5% percent of less is
low and 20 percent or more is high.
“Nutrition Facts” label: What does serving size mean and represent?
- Serving size reflects how much people typically eat at one time, sitting, not
what they should eat.
On the “Nutrition Facts” label what does the term “very low.” Stand for?
- It refers to the amount of sodium, (its only about sodium); cannot exceed
more than 35 mg per serving
What are FDA regulations on dietary supplements?
- There is no FDA approval required
- Regulations are lax.
- Effectiveness are not proven
- FDA doesn’t check for safety before they are marketed
- No warning labels
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Facts Up Front labeling
- Nutrition symbols and rating systems are shown on the front of food
packages to be able to show that they are nutritious
- Contain
o Calories
o Saturated fats
o Sodium
o Sugar
What does Excellent Sources in an eating plan mean?
- The product has at least 20 percent of the DV for a nutrient
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