Nutrition Chapter 2 Test with Verified Answers
which of the following have the scientists who have been doing research on
phytochemicals in food found to be true - Ans -research has shown the possible
health benefits in cell and animal studies
the DRI are international guidelines that are used around the world - Ans -false
an important recommendation of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015 is to make
physical activity a habit. - Ans -true
when referring to the DRI recommended intakes it is important to remember that : -
Ans -they are based on the latest available scientific research
your grandfather has been advised by a neighbor to select his foods using the DG for
Americans to help cure his high blood pressure. What advise would you give him? -
Ans -although the guidelines may help him with his blood pressure, he needs to
consult his health professional for recommentations
the DV reflect the needs of an average person consuming ___ calories a day - Ans -
2000
in the food lists for diabetes, foods are categorized by - Ans -the average nutrient
values in standardized food portions
an important role of the Food lists for Diabetes system of categorizing foods is to: -
Ans -provide groupings of foods with similar carbohydrate, fat, protein, and calorie
contents
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, which of the following foods is de-emphasized in the USDA food intake patterns -
Ans -meats
which phytochemical contained in dark chocolate has the potential for positive heart
health benefits? - Ans -flavonoids
the primary difference between recommendations for nutrient intakes and values set for
energy intake is that the energy intake is not generous - Ans -true
when you see that foods have a high nutrient density you should - Ans -choose them
because they form the foundation of the diet in the USDA food intake patterns
which of the following foods is exempt from the listing ingredients on the lable - Ans -
fresh bananas
concerned about the toxic effects of added nutrients in fortified foods and supplements,
when eaten in addition to staple foods, scientists established the ___ category of the DRI -
Ans -Tolerable Upper intake levels (UL)
tea and certain spices are not included on the USDA FIP. this means that you should
consider which of the following when deciding whether to include them in your diet> -
Ans -they contain phytochemicals so you should consider using them.
which of the following establishes population wide average requirements used by nutrition
policymakers - Ans -estimated average requiements
based on USDA my plate, at least ___ of the plate shoudl be occupied by fruits and
vegetables at each meal - Ans -1/2
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which of the following have the scientists who have been doing research on
phytochemicals in food found to be true - Ans -research has shown the possible
health benefits in cell and animal studies
the DRI are international guidelines that are used around the world - Ans -false
an important recommendation of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015 is to make
physical activity a habit. - Ans -true
when referring to the DRI recommended intakes it is important to remember that : -
Ans -they are based on the latest available scientific research
your grandfather has been advised by a neighbor to select his foods using the DG for
Americans to help cure his high blood pressure. What advise would you give him? -
Ans -although the guidelines may help him with his blood pressure, he needs to
consult his health professional for recommentations
the DV reflect the needs of an average person consuming ___ calories a day - Ans -
2000
in the food lists for diabetes, foods are categorized by - Ans -the average nutrient
values in standardized food portions
an important role of the Food lists for Diabetes system of categorizing foods is to: -
Ans -provide groupings of foods with similar carbohydrate, fat, protein, and calorie
contents
1
Page
, which of the following foods is de-emphasized in the USDA food intake patterns -
Ans -meats
which phytochemical contained in dark chocolate has the potential for positive heart
health benefits? - Ans -flavonoids
the primary difference between recommendations for nutrient intakes and values set for
energy intake is that the energy intake is not generous - Ans -true
when you see that foods have a high nutrient density you should - Ans -choose them
because they form the foundation of the diet in the USDA food intake patterns
which of the following foods is exempt from the listing ingredients on the lable - Ans -
fresh bananas
concerned about the toxic effects of added nutrients in fortified foods and supplements,
when eaten in addition to staple foods, scientists established the ___ category of the DRI -
Ans -Tolerable Upper intake levels (UL)
tea and certain spices are not included on the USDA FIP. this means that you should
consider which of the following when deciding whether to include them in your diet> -
Ans -they contain phytochemicals so you should consider using them.
which of the following establishes population wide average requirements used by nutrition
policymakers - Ans -estimated average requiements
based on USDA my plate, at least ___ of the plate shoudl be occupied by fruits and
vegetables at each meal - Ans -1/2
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