WGU C787 Nutrition (WGUC787)

Name of group that studies food security in developing countries - -Economic Research Service what does amdr stand for - -acceptable macronutrient dietary range AMDR Recommendations, fat? - -20-35% of daily calories should come from fat AMDR Recommendations, protein? - -10-35% of daily calories should come from protein DRI FOR PROTEIN - -0.8G/KG (APPROX 60G/DAY) LDL levels should be below ______ - -120 mg/dl Cholesterol intake should be limited to ______ per day - -30 mg Saturated fat sho...

When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic diet related diseases, what policy change were made? - -RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. - -Food labeling must include information about them. They differ depending on age and gender What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? - -Serving size A healthful diet...

1. When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic diet related diseases, what policy change were made? - -RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) 2. What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. - -a. They are used to establish taxation rates and food costs **b. Food labeling must include information about them. **c. They differ depending on age and gender d. They a...

1. When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic diet related diseases, what policy change were made? - -RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) 2. What is true of dietary reference intake? - -Food labeling must include information about them. They differ depending on age and gender 3. What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? - -Serving size 4. A healthful diet ...

RDA - -The EAR is used to calculate? DRI - -A set of for nutrient-based reference values including EAR, RDA, TUIL, and AI. True - -If there is no EAR for a nutrient, there can be no RDA. AI (adequate intake) - -If no EAR/RDA is available for a nutrient what is used instead as a guideline? DRIs - -The _____ are specified on age, gender, and life stage, and cover more than 40 nutrient substances. EAR (estimated average requirement) - -Is the median usual intake value estimated to meet the r...

Name of group that studies food security in developing countries - -Economic Research Service what does amdr stand for - -acceptable macronutrient dietary range AMDR Recommendations, fat? - -20-35% of daily calories should come from fat AMDR Recommendations, protein? - -10-35% of daily calories should come from protein DRI FOR PROTEIN - -0.8G/KG (APPROX 60G/DAY) LDL levels should be below ______ - -120 mg/dl Cholesterol intake should be limited to ______ per day - -30 mg

Micronutrients - Answer Vitamins/minerals in small amts for good health/development. Play various roles in cell metabolism. Deficiencies cause widespread health problems. Obesity - Answer Excess consumption. Increased risk for CAD, some cancers & type 2 diabetes. Puts stress on knee/ankle joints. Is an energy imbalance, where energy intake exceeds energy expenditure. Influenced by genetic/environmental factors. Marasmus - Answer General deficiency of macronutrients. Also called protein-c...

Vitamin C deficiency causes - ANSWER ==scurvy, bruising, bleeding gums, weakness, fatigue, rash Vitamin D deficiency causes - ANSWER ==rickets, bone and hair loss, muscle pain and weakness Iron deficiency causes - ANSWER ==anemia, dizziness, lightheaded, palpitations, pallor Iodine deficiency causes - ANSWER ==enlarged thyroid, constipation, difficulty thinking and understanding, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, or slow growth. RDA - ANSWER ==Recommended Daily Allowances DRI - ANSWER ==Die...

What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. - answera. They are used to establish taxation rates and food costs **b. Food labeling must include information about them. **c. They differ depending on age and gender d. They are dependent on foodborne illness risks 3. What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? - answerServing size 4. A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? - answerRecommended daily allowance 5. What is an appropriate use of AMDR (Accept...

Where some public strategies to reduce food deserts? • Implement urban farmers market • Supporting public policy to reduce costs of fresh foods » Main focus of the food security survey model: Financial limitations to adequate nutrition » Undernutrition • A person who consumes many calories but without adequate nutrition • Also included chronically hungry » Child food security module • Use anywhere from 4 years to adolescence • Determines if a child is experiencing hunger...