Which life stage has the highest protein requirement per kg body weight?

• Infants

• Adolescents

• Adults

• Elderly

In elderly, which nutrient absorption decreases due to reduced intrinsic factor?

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin D

• Iron

• Folate

Which nutrient deficiency is common in adolescence, especially among girls?

• Zinc

• Iron

• Vitamin A

• Calcium

During pregnancy, the daily additional calorie requirement in the 2nd trimester is:

• 150 kcal

• 250 kcal

• 350 kcal

• 500 kcal

WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for how many months?

• 3 months

• 4 months

• 6 months

• 12 months

Colostrum is important because it is rich in:

• Fat

• Antibodies

• Iron

• Carbohydrates

Which vitamin is generally low in breast milk?

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin K

Which condition is prevented by early initiation of breastfeeding?

• Hypothermia

• Malaria

• Jaundice

• Rickets

Which nutrient deficiency is linked to neural tube defects?

• Iron

• Folic acid

• Vitamin A

• Iodine

In India, how long is iron and folic acid supplementation advised post-partum?

• 3 months

• 6 months

• 9 months

• 1 year