Nutrition Labels and Allergen Knowledge Worksheet

Which statement indicates that the client needs further instruction about reading nutrition labels?

• The %DV is based on a 2000-calorie eating pattern.

• The %DV represents the percentage of calories from carbohydrate, protein, and fat in that food.

• The dual-column labels show information per serving and per package.

• The serving size listed on the label is based on how much people actually consume, not on what they should be eating.

The nurse knows her instructions about label reading have been effective when the client verbalizes that fat-free on the label means

• the product is free of any ingredients that contain any fat.

• the product does not contain any fat or saturated fat.

• there is <0.5 g of fat in a serving.

• there is <1 g of fat in a serving.

The nurse knows her instructions about nutrient claims on the label have been effective when the client says,

• “Excellent source’ is not defined, so it cannot be trusted.

• “Excellent source’ means a serving of the food must provide at least 20% of the DV for that nutrient.

• “Excellent source’ means a serving of the food must provide a day’s worth of that nutrient.

• “’Excellent source’ means a serving of the food provides 10% more of a desirable nutrient than does a comparable product.

What is the component in allergens that is responsible for triggering an allergic attack in susceptible people?

• sugar

• starch

• protein

• Fat

The nurse knows her instructions about gluten-free labeling are understood when the client verbalizes one of the following statements:

• Only foods that have been specially made gluten-free, not foods that are naturally gluten-free, can be labeled gluten-free.

• Gluten-free means there are no detectable amounts of gluten in the product.

• Products labeled gluten-free are limited to foods that are naturally gluten-free.

• Gluten-free products provide <20 ppm of gluten per serving.

The client asks if a tea that claims to improve memory really works. Which of the following would be the nurse’s best response?

• If the tea claims to improve memory, then it has been tested and proven effective at improving memory.

• The tea probably works but you need to try it to know.

• Function claims like ‘improve memory’ can be used on labels without supporting proof that they are accurate.

• That type of claim is illegal and should not appear on any food label.

Which statement about supplements is accurate?

• All supplements must be tested for safety and effectiveness before they can be marketed.

• Supplement dosages are standardized.

• Proper handling of supplement ingredients is required by law.

• Warnings about potential side effects or interactions must be stated on the packaging.

Which of the following statements about CBD is accurate?

• The FDA defines CBD as a dietary supplement.

• CBD is the most active ingredient in marijuana.

• CBD may be addictive over time.

• CBD is the active ingredient in a drug approved by the FDA.

What percentage of ingredients must be organic for a product to bear the USDA organic seal and state that it is organic?

• 70%

• 80%

• 95%

• 100%

A client wants to eat more conventional functional foods. Which of the following would the nurse recommend?

• omega-3 fatty acid–enriched milk and orange juice

• yogurt and cheese

• rice and enriched pasta

• berries and green leafy vegetables