Since Claire rarely exercises, she should increase the number of calories she eats.
Which of the following is a healthy fat?
What's the BEST method of approaching a nutrition myth?
The basal metabolic rate measures the rate at which a person's body burns food and nutrient __________.
Why do you think the FDA requires some products to have an "As Prepared" label?
The FDA requires an “As Prepared” label on some products so consumers can see the nutritional content of the food after it is made according to the package directions, including any ingredients that must be added. This makes it easier to understand the nutrition of the finished food and compare products.
Compare and contrast what types of food products the USDA and FDA regulate. Give an example of each.
The USDA regulates certain food products, especially meat, poultry, and some egg products. For example, it regulates chicken sold as food. The FDA regulates most other foods, including packaged foods, produce, and many dairy products. For example, it regulates packaged cereal. Their responsibilities are different, although both agencies help protect the food supply.
In your opinion, why are a person's hands a useful tool when estimating a serving size?
Hands are fantastic tools for estimating serving sizes since we always carry them around and they are scaled to the size of the person to which they are attached. They're a consistent unit of measurement and can be used anywhere.
Explain why the myth that eating late at night causes weight gain is so popular and the steps a person can take to eat responsibly late at night.
The myth is popular because late-night eating is often associated with high-calorie snacks, eating out of boredom, and being less active afterward. However, weight gain is mainly related to overall calorie intake and expenditure, not simply the time someone eats. To eat responsibly late at night, a person can make sure they are genuinely hungry, choose a small nutritious snack, keep portions moderate, and avoid eating directly from large packages or choosing high-calorie foods.
Based on the information provided in this lesson, what steps can you take at fast food restaurants to minimize bad nutritional choices?
Strategies to help minimize bad nutritional choices include seeking out nutritional information, avoiding fried or sugary foods, limiting portion sizes, substituting unhealthy sides for fruits and vegetables, and drinking water instead of soda.
Define the two types of carbohydrates important to proper nutrition and name two foods where they can be found for each.
Simple carbohydrates are sugars that are digested quickly; they are found in fruit and table sugar. Complex carbohydrates are starches and fiber-rich carbohydrates that digest more slowly; they are found in oatmeal and brown rice.
Explain the difference between the columns commonly found on nutrition labels called "As Packaged" and "As Prepared." Why do some products have both and others only have "As Packaged"?
“As Packaged” lists the nutrition in the product as it is sold. “As Prepared” lists the nutrition after the product is prepared according to the directions, including ingredients that are added. A product may have both columns when preparation changes its nutritional content. Products that are ready to eat or do not require added ingredients may only have an “As Packaged” column.
List 5 types of food that should be consumed daily in a healthy diet. Give an example of each type.
1. Fruits—for example, an apple. 2. Vegetables—for example, broccoli. 3. Grains—for example, oatmeal or whole-grain bread. 4. Protein foods—for example, beans, fish, or chicken. 5. Dairy or fortified alternatives—for example, milk or fortified soy milk.
Which of the following must be TRUE for a grain to be called whole?
Amount consumed from each food group depends on the age, gender, and physical activity of a person.
Explain why the myth that eating late at night causes weight gain is so popular and the steps a person can take to eat responsibly late at night.
Define the terms adequate intake and tolerable upper intake level.
A serving portion is usually the equivalent to one serving per package or container.
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