Nutrition Assessment Review

Which of these has the MOST calories per gram?

• Protein

• Fat

• Sugar

• Carbohydrate

Steak, whole milk, and cheese contain a substance that is solid at room temperature. What is the substance?

• Bile

• Amino Acid

• Saturated Fat

• Cholesterol

Tim's doctor has suggested that he lose some weight. Which of the following would be the healthiest way for Tim to lose weight?

• Skip breakfast in the morning.

• Chew gum or eat crackers during his work breaks.

• Continue working instead of taking breaks.

• Go for a walk around the building during his work breaks.

Which of the following is listed on the nutrition facts label of all food products?

• Number of calories per serving

• Health claims of the food

• Percent of calories from fat per serving

• Amount of Vitamin E per serving

Which of the following would be the best source of nutritional information?

• People who sell vitamins

• Infomercials for cooking products

• A food product's label

• Weight-loss products

Which of these is NOT one of the dietary goals for healthy nutrition?

• Avoid eating too much fat

• Avoid consuming too much sugar

• Avoid skipping the same meal every day

• Avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol

When people increase their physical activity without increasing their food intake, they will most likely:

• Lose fat

• Lose muscle mass

• Require fewer calories per day

• Gain weight

Which of the following statements about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is true?

• They are updated every ten years.

• They provide information about foods that promote health and prevent disease.

• They include nine nutrition guidelines.

• They help determine how many servings of specific foods to eat daily.

The Nutrition Facts panel on food labels does NOT include

• Unit pricing

• Calories from fat

• Serving size

• Percent Daily Value

Choosing foods that are low in fat, cholesterol, and sodium

• will lower energy level

• is important only for adults

• results in hunger

• will help reduce the risk for chronic diseases