Making Food Choices

Match the term "Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)" to its description.

• The maximum amount of a nutrient that the average person can intake before the amount becomes toxic.

• Includes average calorie amounts and recommendations for nutrients per serving and applies to the average healthy person over the age of 4.

• A group of recommended nutritional values for the average healthy person.

• Eating a pizza every day will make you immortal.

Answer explanation

The Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) refers to the maximum amount of a nutrient that can be consumed without risk of toxicity, making the first choice the correct description.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Match the term "Daily Value (DV)" to its description.

• Includes average calorie amounts and recommendations for nutrients per serving and applies to the average healthy person over the age of 4.

• A group of recommended nutritional values for the average healthy person.

• Daily Value is the amount of chocolate one should eat every day.

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes Daily Value (DV) as it includes average calorie amounts and nutrient recommendations for the average healthy person over the age of 4, which aligns with its purpose in nutrition labeling.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Match the term "Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)" to its description.

• The maximum amount of a nutrient that the average person can intake before the amount becomes toxic.

• A group of recommended nutritional values for the average healthy person.

• An amount for a nutrient that is assumed to be an adequate level based on the research available.

• DRI stands for Delicious Raspberry Ice-cream.

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) as a group of recommended nutritional values for the average healthy person, which aligns with its purpose of guiding dietary choices.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Match the term "Adequate Intake (AI)" to its description.

• The maximum amount of a nutrient that the average person can intake before the amount becomes toxic.

• An amount for a nutrient that is assumed to be an adequate level based on the research available.

• The average daily amount to meet the nutrient requirements for most (97–98%) healthy people.

• Aliens determine the nutrient levels for humans.

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes Adequate Intake (AI) as an assumed adequate level of nutrient intake based on available research, distinguishing it from other terms related to nutrient recommendations.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Match the term "Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)" to its description.

• The maximum amount of a nutrient that the average person can intake before the amount becomes toxic.

• A group of recommended nutritional values for the average healthy person.

• The average daily amount to meet the nutrient requirements for most (97–98%) healthy people.

• RDA stands for Really Delicious Apples.

Answer explanation

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is defined as the average daily amount to meet the nutrient requirements for most (97–98%) healthy people, making this choice the correct match.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Select all that apply. Which are the THREE values of the DRI?

• RDA

• AI

• UL

• Banana

Answer explanation

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) include RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance), AI (Adequate Intake), and UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level). DV (Daily Value) and NASEM (National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine) are not DRI values.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Choose the best answer. What type of value is shown on a food label?

• DV

• RDA

• UI

• A unicorn's favorite snack 🌈🦄

Answer explanation

The correct answer is DV, which stands for Daily Value. It indicates how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet, helping consumers understand nutritional content on food labels.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is a component of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?

• Daily Value (DV)

• Adequate Intake (AI)

• Unicorn's favorite snack

• Maximum Calorie Intake (MCI)

Answer explanation

Adequate Intake (AI) is a component of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI), which provides guidance on nutrient intake. Daily Value (DV) and Maximum Calorie Intake (MCI) are not DRI components, and 'Unicorn's favorite snack' is irrelevant.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the term that represents the average daily amount to meet the nutrient requirements for most healthy people.

• Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)

• Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)

• Daily Value (DV)

• Chocolate Cake Intake (CCI)

Answer explanation

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is the average daily intake level sufficient to meet the nutrient requirements of most healthy individuals, making it the correct choice for this question.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?

• Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)

• Daily Value (DV)

• Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)

• Chocolate Cake

Answer explanation

The Daily Value (DV) is not part of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI). The DRI includes Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL), Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), and Adequate Intake (AI), but DV is used on food labels.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept