S2 Quiz

True or false? The term food intolerance includes food poisoning

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Food intolerance is trouble digesting certain foods, causing symptoms like bloating or abdominal pain. It's not an allergy and often stems from enzyme deficiencies or sensitivity to food additives.

True or false? Most unpleasant reactions to food are due to food allergies.

• True

• False

True or false? Allergies tend to run in families.

• True

• False

True or false? It is common for children to grow out of food allergies early in childhood

• True

• False

True or false? Throughout your life, your diet should be exactly the same

• True

• False

True or false? Cows’ milk is suitable as a drink before 12 months of age.

• True

• False

At what age should children begin following the Eatwell Guide?

• 0-2 years old

• 2-5 years old

• 6-11 years old

• 11+ years old

Answer explanation

Before the age of 2, infants have specific nutritional needs that are met through breastfeeding, formula feeding, and gradual introduction of solid foods. The Eatwell Guide is designed for older children and adults, so it's not recommended for infants under 2 years old

Which of these is NOT an example of a type of fat?

• Saturated

• Polyunsaturated

• Desaturated

• Monounsaturated

True or False? Fat provides the most energy per gram of ALL the macronutrients.

• True

• False

Vitamin A is important for..

• Dim light vision

• Healthy skin and eyes

• Resistance to infection

• All 3 answers