Q: Which equation correctly represents the calculation for % Daily Value (%DV) for a nutrient on a food label?

$\text{\%DV} = \frac{\text{Amount of nutrient per serving}}{\text{Daily Value}} \times 100$

Q: A person consumes 60g of protein in a 2,000 kcal diet. What percentage of their total calories comes from protein? (Protein provides 4 kcal/g)

$\frac{60 \times 4}{2000} \times 100 = 12\%$

Question 1

Which government agency is primarily responsible for regulating food labeling and safety in the United States?

Accepted Answer

FDA

Question 2

What does the acronym DRI stand for in nutrition science?

Accepted Answer

Dietary Reference Intake

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for adults?

Accepted Answer

The range of intake for a particular energy source that is associated with reduced risk of chronic disease while providing adequate intakes of essential nutrients.

Question 4

If a food label states that it provides 20% DV of calcium per serving, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

One serving provides 20% of the recommended daily intake for calcium based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a healthy diet?

Accepted Answer

Excessive restriction

Question 6

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which of the following foods should be limited?

Accepted Answer

Added sugars

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the purpose of MyPlate?

Accepted Answer

To provide a visual guide for building a healthy meal with appropriate proportions of food groups.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of a minimally processed food?

Accepted Answer

Bagged spinach

Question 9

What is the main difference between the RDA and %DV on food labels?

Accepted Answer

RDA is specific to age and gender, while %DV is based on a general 2,000 calorie diet.

Question 10

A patient is trying to reduce their intake of highly processed foods. Which of the following should they avoid?

Accepted Answer

Canned soup with added sodium

Question 11

Which equation correctly represents the calculation for % Daily Value (%DV) for a nutrient on a food label?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{\%DV} = \frac{	ext{Amount of nutrient per serving}}{	ext{Daily Value}} 	imes 100$

Question 12

A 35-year-old adult is planning their diet using the AMDRs. Which macronutrient distribution would be appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates: 45-65%, Protein: 10-35%, Fat: 20-35% of total calories

Question 13

Which organization is responsible for establishing the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)?

Accepted Answer

Institute of Medicine/National Academy

Question 14

A person consumes 60g of protein in a 2,000 kcal diet. What percentage of their total calories comes from protein? (Protein provides 4 kcal/g)

Accepted Answer

$\frac{60 	imes 4}{2000} 	imes 100 = 12\%$

Question 15

Which of the following is a key recommendation from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

Limit saturated fat intake to less than 10% of total calories per day.

Question 16

Which of the following foods is most likely to be classified as ultra-processed?

Accepted Answer

Packaged cookies

Question 17

A student is comparing two breakfast cereals. Cereal A has 10% DV for fiber, and Cereal B has 25% DV for fiber. What can the student infer?

Accepted Answer

Cereal B is a better source of fiber than Cereal A.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the role of the USDA in nutrition policy?

Accepted Answer

Develops dietary guidelines and oversees food assistance programs.

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a food that is processed at the primary level?

Accepted Answer

Pasteurized milk

Question 20

A person wants to follow the MyPlate recommendations. Which of the following meal combinations best fits the MyPlate model?

Accepted Answer

Grilled chicken, brown rice, steamed broccoli, apple slices, and a glass of milk

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