Reference no: EM133385197
Questions
1. The nutrient standards used on Nutrition Facts panels are called:
A. Daily Values
B. Recommended Dietary Allowances
C. Estimated Average Requirements
D. Dietary Reference Intakes
2. The reference calorie intake for calculating percent Daily Values on Nutrition Facts labels is:
A. 2000 kcal
B. 1500 kcal
C. 2300 kcal
D. 3000 kcal
3. "Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease" is qualified as a health claim
A. True
B False
4. Adequate intake (AI) should cover the needs of at least 75% of individuals
A. True
B. False
5. Which of the following is false regarding the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDSs)
A. RDAs meet the needs of 100% of individuals at any life stage.
B. RDAs can only be set for nutrients that have a EARs
C. If all healthy North Americans met the RDA, 2-3% would have inadequate intake.
D. A diet plan should aim to meet any RDAs or AIs set for healthy individuals.