WGU OA C787 Nutrition EXAM 2023 (100% verified)

When nutrition advocates become concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic illnesses related diet, what policy changes were made? correct answerRDA's expanded into several DRI categories What is true about Daily Reference Intakes (DRIs)? correct answerFood labeling must include info about them. They differ depending on age and gender. What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? correct answerServing size A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? correct answerRecommended Daily Allowance (RDA) Use when preparing family/ personal meals What is an appropriate use of AMDR when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? correct answer(AMDR: Acceptable macronutrient dietary range) 50% of calories from fat is too much fat What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? correct answer(TUI) The highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans, ensures people do not take harmful amounts (supplements) How is the estimated average requirement commonly used (EAR)? correct answerTo guide recommendations and menu planning for communities, in combination with upper intake levels What is true of the recommendations, as represented by their setting place graphic? correct answerHalf of the plate should be fruits and vegetables What is a nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? correct answerThey provide nutrients that reduce the risk of some types of cancer What is false regarding fruits and vegetables in the diet? correct answerFruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin B12 What strategy might be avoided due to expense for patients looking to eat more healthfully on a budget? correct answerBuying frozen meals Which statement is true about planning a balanced meal? correct answerSkim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk What is true about dietary recommendations for whole grain intake? correct answerhalf of all grain products consumed should be whole grain products Fritz is hosting a brunch and prepares for each of his friends: - omelet with cheese - toasted English muffin - 1 t all-fruit preserves - 1/2 large grapefruit - 1 c whole milk How can his menu be improved to follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? correct answer- use egg whites for omelets - replace cheese with vegetables in the omelets - replace english. muffin with whole wheat english muffin - replace whole milk with fat free milk What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? correct answerTrans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized, there is no DRI value what is recommended daily amount of protein intake? correct answer60g/ day Which list contains all examples of proteins? correct answergarbanzo beans, chick peas, egg, chicken breast, yogurt, cheese, ground beef, peanut butter, tofu What is the best choice for a combination of plant-based foods to maximize healthy protein in a vegetarian diet? correct answerlegumes + whole grains There is a current initiative for more transparent labeling of sugars on nutrition facts labels. in the coming years, which of these might be more obviously labeled sugars? correct answeranything ending in -ose honey which carbohydrate will cause a quicker return to hunger? correct answerone with aa high glycemic index which is a reason why seafood can be considered part of a healthful diet? correct answersome seafood is high I healthy omega 3 oils what are generally considered sources of health fat? correct answerfish, nuts, olive oil what is not a common source of high levels of sodium? correct answerspices and herbs which foods are relatively rich in iron? correct answer- dark leafy greens - legumes - red meat - nuts what is the best vegetarian source of iron from the options provided? correct answerbeans Which of these are protective against heart disease? correct answer- fiber - HDL cholesterol which are linked to increase heart disease? correct answer- LDL cholesterol - trans fat - saturated fat Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: LDL levels correct answer 120 mg/dL Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Limit cholesterol to correct answer 30 mg/ day Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Saturated fat correct answer 7% calories/ day Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: daily activity correct answer30+ min Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Sodium levels correct answer 1600mg/ day Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Increase intake of correct answerinsoluble fiber Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: limit alcohol to correct answer1-2 drinks/ day what is an appropriate dietary intervention to address a patient's low albumin level? correct answerhigh protein diet