Nutritional Needs Answers

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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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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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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
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MyPlate recommends __________ of grains a day for girls and boys.

A
16 portions
B
6 cups
C
6 ounces
D
16 servings
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Yulia is twenty-four years old. She has been fit and lean her whole life and recently has begun to put on an unhealthy amount of weight. She goes to her doctor because she is not eating any differently than she has before, yet she is now heavier. What will Yulia’s doctor most likely tell her?

A
Adults need fewer calories than kids and teens, so she needs to eat less.
B
Adults need more calories than kids and teens, so she needs to eat more.
C
Adults are heavier than kids and teens.
D
Adults need more exercise than kids and teens.
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What do experts agree is the best nutrition for a newborn baby?

A
formula
B
breast milk
C
cow’s milk
D
baby food
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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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Fish, poultry, lean meats, and nuts should be consumed for which of the following nutrients?

A
calcium
B
carbohydrates
C
protein
D
vitamin D
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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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Which governmental group is responsible for creating MyPlate?

A
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
B
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
C
United States Department of Education (USDE)
D
Dietary Regulatory Committee (DRG)

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