Nutritional Needs Answers

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Which of the following foods is NOT a nutrient-dense food?

A
oatmeal
B
salsa
C
veggie pizza
D
frosted cereal
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Nutritional needs can best be described as

A
staying the same
B
increasing
C
decreasing
D
changing
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During adolescence, the body should get foods that are higher in nutritional value and lower in fats and sugars.

A
T
B
F
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When estimating a serving size, it is good to know that 3 oz. of __________ is about the size of a deck of cards.

A
meat, poultry, or fish
B
cheese
C
nuts or candy
D
vegetables, pasta, or rice
5

Fish, poultry, lean meats, and nuts should be consumed for which of the following nutrients?

A
calcium
B
carbohydrates
C
protein
D
vitamin D
6

According to MyPlate, you should eat approximately two and a half cups of vegetables per day. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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MyPlate was created to __________.

A
to encourage Americans to eat the same quantity of food across the different food groups
B
to be a visual tool for understanding a healthy diet
C
to help Americans measure the amount of fat in their bodies
D
to provide a reference for evaluating different types of cuisine
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about snacks?

A
Snacks can be a problem if you choose unhealthy foods, such as chips.
B
Healthy snacks can be beneficial and can help a person maintain a good weight.
C
All snacks should be avoided because they can cause a person to gain weight.
D
Healthy snacks include fruit, yogurt, or granola bars.
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Thomas is a marathon runner. He eats a well-balanced diet and drinks plenty of fluids, but he should take supplements to account for all the calories he loses while running.

A
T
B
F
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Of which of the following nutrients do infants require extra servings?

A
carbohydrates
B
dietary sugars
C
vitamin A
D
fatty acids

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