Q: If a person consumes 2,000 calories per day and wants to maintain a neutral energy balance, which equation best describes this state?

$$\text{Calories in} = \text{Calories out}$$

Question 1

Which of the following is a key principle of the USDA's MyPlate food guide for planning a healthy diet?

Accepted Answer

Choose nutrient-rich foods from each group.

Question 2

A student wants to lose 2 pounds in one week. Assuming 1 pound of body weight is equivalent to 3,500 calories, what should be the total weekly calorie deficit?

Accepted Answer

$$7,000$$ calories

Question 3

Which food group is recommended to be consumed in the largest quantity according to the Mediterranean diet pyramid?

Accepted Answer

Fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for making healthy choices and avoiding overeating at restaurants?

Accepted Answer

Always choose buffets and all-you-can-eat deals.

Question 5

A person following the DASH diet should emphasize which of the following foods?

Accepted Answer

Potassium-rich vegetables, fruits, low-fat dairy, whole grains, poultry, fish, and nuts

Question 6

If a refrigerator is kept at $$45^
F$$ instead of the recommended $$40^
F or $$below, what is the most likely consequence?

Accepted Answer

Risk for foodborne illness increases.

Question 7

Which of the following is a symptom of a food allergy rather than a food intolerance?

Accepted Answer

Tingling or itching in the mouth, rash or hives, and swelling of lips or tongue

Question 8

Which of the following is the only safe method to determine if meat is cooked to a safe temperature?

Accepted Answer

Using a meat thermometer

Question 9

A college student wants to gain weight healthily. Which of the following is the best recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Increase caloric intake from nutrient-rich foods and combine resistance and endurance training.

Question 10

Which of the following is a characteristic of bulimia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Binge eating followed by purging or excessive exercise

Question 11

Which of the following is a benefit associated with vegetarian diets?

Accepted Answer

Lower rates of heart disease, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes

Question 12

If a person consumes 2,000 calories per day and wants to maintain a neutral energy balance, which equation best describes this state?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Calories in} = 	ext{Calories out}$$

Question 13

Which of the following is a recommended amount of daily oil intake according to MyPlate?

Accepted Answer

6 teaspoons (about 27 grams)

Question 14

Which of the following is a plausible risk associated with genetically engineered (GE) or genetically modified organism (GMO) foods?

Accepted Answer

Introduction of allergens and toxins to food

Question 15

A person is tracking their eating habits for 7 days to assess their diet. Why is this approach recommended?

Accepted Answer

It provides more accurate dietary information.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a recommended healthy snack according to MyPlate guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Ice cream

Question 17

Which of the following is a recommended minimum daily calorie intake for adult females aiming for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

$$1,200$$ calories

Question 18

Which of the following is a recommended step for food safety to prevent foodborne illness?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 19

Which of the following is true about organic foods labeled 'Organic'?

Accepted Answer

They must contain at least 95 percent organic ingredients.

Question 20

A person who eats plant foods, dairy products, and eggs but avoids meat is classified as which type of vegetarian?

Accepted Answer

Lacto-ovo-vegetarian

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