C787 WGU NUTRITION NEWEST WGU EXAM
2024-2026QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
Vitamin A deficiency causes - ANSWER>>spots in the eyeball, dry eyes,
inability to see dim light, frequent infections
Vitamin C deficiency causes - ANSWER>>scurvy, bruising, bleeding
gums, weakness, fatigue, rash
Vitamin D deficiency causes - ANSWER>>rickets, bone and hair loss,
muscle pain and weakness
Iron deficiency causes - ANSWER>>anemia, dizziness, lightheaded,
palpitations, pallor
Iodine deficiency causes - ANSWER>>enlarged thyroid, constipation,
difficulty thinking and understanding, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, or
slow growth.
RDA - ANSWER>>Recommended Daily Allowances
DRI - ANSWER>>Dietary Reference Intakes
In the mid 1990's, the DRIs replaced the - ANSWER>>Recommended
Dietary Allowance (RDA) in the United States.
The DRIs are - ANSWER>>a set of several reference values that include
values related to both adequate intakes and upper levels of intakes.
,Being physically active is - ANSWER>>one of the most important actions
that people of all ages can take to improve their health.
Physical activity fosters - ANSWER>>normal growth and development
and can make people feel better, function better, sleep better, and
reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Preschool Age Children -
ANSWER>>physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and
development.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Children and Adolescents -
ANSWER>>60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical
activity daily
Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults - ANSWER>>at least 2.5 to 5
hours a week of moderate-intensity and also weight training 2 or more
days a week, as these activities provide additional health benefits.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Older adults -
ANSWER>>multicomponent physical activity that includes balance
training as well as aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities.
USDA Recommended Limits added sugars to - ANSWER>><10% day
USDA Recommended Limits saturated fats to - ANSWER>>< 10% day
USDA Recommended Limits sodium to - ANSWER>>< 2300 mg
USDA Recommended Limits alcohol to - ANSWER>>1 drink per day for
women, 2 for men.
, What are the three components of the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) -
ANSWER>>RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance), AI (Adequate
Intake), UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level)
Tolerable Upper Intake Level - ANSWER>>is the highest level of dietary
nutrient intake to pose no risk of health effects.
EAR (Estimated Average Requirements) guide - ANSWER>>community
population recommendations. Used in more statistical situations.
What is the DASH diet and what level of sodium has been shown to
reduce high blood pressure - ANSWER>>1,500 milligrams (mg) sodium
lowers blood pressure even further than 2,300 mg sodium daily.
The recommended daily amount of folate for adults - ANSWER>>400
micrograms (mcg).
Amount of folic acid for pregnant women - ANSWER>>400 to 800 mcg
of folic acid a day
Nutritional Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables - ANSWER>>reduce the
risk of some types of cancers
fruit and vegetables are NOT rich in - ANSWER>>B12
benefits of eating a diet with more whole grains - ANSWER>>protein,
fiber, B vitamins, antioxidants, and trace minerals (iron, zinc, copper,
and magnesium).
A diet rich in whole grains has been shown to reduce the risk of -
ANSWER>>heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and some forms of
cancer
2024-2026QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
Vitamin A deficiency causes - ANSWER>>spots in the eyeball, dry eyes,
inability to see dim light, frequent infections
Vitamin C deficiency causes - ANSWER>>scurvy, bruising, bleeding
gums, weakness, fatigue, rash
Vitamin D deficiency causes - ANSWER>>rickets, bone and hair loss,
muscle pain and weakness
Iron deficiency causes - ANSWER>>anemia, dizziness, lightheaded,
palpitations, pallor
Iodine deficiency causes - ANSWER>>enlarged thyroid, constipation,
difficulty thinking and understanding, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, or
slow growth.
RDA - ANSWER>>Recommended Daily Allowances
DRI - ANSWER>>Dietary Reference Intakes
In the mid 1990's, the DRIs replaced the - ANSWER>>Recommended
Dietary Allowance (RDA) in the United States.
The DRIs are - ANSWER>>a set of several reference values that include
values related to both adequate intakes and upper levels of intakes.
,Being physically active is - ANSWER>>one of the most important actions
that people of all ages can take to improve their health.
Physical activity fosters - ANSWER>>normal growth and development
and can make people feel better, function better, sleep better, and
reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Preschool Age Children -
ANSWER>>physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and
development.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Children and Adolescents -
ANSWER>>60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical
activity daily
Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults - ANSWER>>at least 2.5 to 5
hours a week of moderate-intensity and also weight training 2 or more
days a week, as these activities provide additional health benefits.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Older adults -
ANSWER>>multicomponent physical activity that includes balance
training as well as aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities.
USDA Recommended Limits added sugars to - ANSWER>><10% day
USDA Recommended Limits saturated fats to - ANSWER>>< 10% day
USDA Recommended Limits sodium to - ANSWER>>< 2300 mg
USDA Recommended Limits alcohol to - ANSWER>>1 drink per day for
women, 2 for men.
, What are the three components of the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) -
ANSWER>>RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance), AI (Adequate
Intake), UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level)
Tolerable Upper Intake Level - ANSWER>>is the highest level of dietary
nutrient intake to pose no risk of health effects.
EAR (Estimated Average Requirements) guide - ANSWER>>community
population recommendations. Used in more statistical situations.
What is the DASH diet and what level of sodium has been shown to
reduce high blood pressure - ANSWER>>1,500 milligrams (mg) sodium
lowers blood pressure even further than 2,300 mg sodium daily.
The recommended daily amount of folate for adults - ANSWER>>400
micrograms (mcg).
Amount of folic acid for pregnant women - ANSWER>>400 to 800 mcg
of folic acid a day
Nutritional Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables - ANSWER>>reduce the
risk of some types of cancers
fruit and vegetables are NOT rich in - ANSWER>>B12
benefits of eating a diet with more whole grains - ANSWER>>protein,
fiber, B vitamins, antioxidants, and trace minerals (iron, zinc, copper,
and magnesium).
A diet rich in whole grains has been shown to reduce the risk of -
ANSWER>>heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and some forms of
cancer
