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WorksheetsFoods 2 - 2.02 Life Cycle
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Pregnancy is broken up into thirds, or:
semesters
blocks
quarters
trimesters
How should teenagers reach peak bone mass to prevent osteoporosis later in life?
participate in sedentary activities
consume less protein and vitamin D
consume a nutritious diet rich in calcium
avoid full-fat dairy products and leafy green vegetables
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends EXCLUSIVE breastfeeding for how many months?
3 months
4 months
6 months
9 months
Breastfeeding burns up how many calories per day?
100
500
600
1,000
To reduce childhood obesity:
Offer juice instead of soda
Offer foods high in fat that taste good
Encourage snacking before meals
Offer meals and snacks that are nutrient-dense
To increase toddler-and-parent enjoyment of mealtimes:
Serve foods that should be eaten with a knife and fork
Try a new food and force the child to eat it
Serve bite-sized pieces a child can feed to himself
Serve crunchy or tough foods cut into round slices
What is an advantage of breastfeeding for the mother?
enhances mother's immune system
slower weight loss after pregnancy
less flexibility and convenience
saves money and time
Which activity would be good for school-aged children after school?
Watch their favorite TV show
Go get fast-food take out as a treat
Play a game of tag in the backyard
Play their favorite video game
What foods should women consume to prevent spinal cord defects in the unborn child?
fast food
fortified breads and cereals
dairy products
red and orange vegetables
Which is best for a woman in her 2nd trimester of pregnancy?
800 additional calories a day w/calcium-rich snacks
800 additional calories a day w/3 servings of protein
340 additional calories a day w/calcium-rich snacks
200 additional calories a day w/3 servings of protein
Who should eat the most servings of protein?
a 3-yr-old who needs 1,200 calories per day
a 17-yr-old who needs 3,000 calories per day
a 35-yr-old who needs 2,200 calories daily
a 65-yr-old who needs 1,800 calories a day
What should Mark do when his ’four-year-old son refuses to eat anything but chicken nuggets and applesauce.
force his son to eat everything
continue to offer healthy choices at each meal
eat chicken nuggets and applesauce with him
take his son to the doctor
Which is the best suggestion for feeding a 2 month old infant?
feed them every time they cry
feed them 4 times a day
start feeding solid foods
feed them every 4 hours
Which is the healthiest breakfast choice for an adult?
Biscuits and gravy with bacon
Banana, whole grain toast, low-fat yogurt
Iced coffee and a muffin
Sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich
What is it called when preschoolers are picky eaters and only eat a few specific foods?
fasting
spoiled
food rut
food jag
Why should pregnant women avoid undercooked, rare, or raw meat?
They do not provide adequate nutrition.
They are too high in calories.
They can cause morning sickness.
They can cause foodborne illness.
If a woman gains 15 pounds in her first month of pregnancy, what should a dietitian recommend?
double her calories to maximize weight gain
choose nutrient-dense food to gain 25-35 lbs total
choose processed and fast foods to satisfy cravings
restrict calories to avoid gaining any more weight
At what age do babies start eating baby food/solid mushy food?
1-2 months
4-6 months
6-8 months
9-12 months
Lactating women should increase:
protein and water
caffeinated beverages
seafood high in mercury
process foods
Social factors that affect nutrition for older adults:
having a strong immune system
avoid fresh food high in fiber
increased sensitivity to taste and smell
reduced mobility or access to grocery shopping
