WGU C787 Nutrition Review complete Exam 2023 with 100% correct answers

WGU C787 Nutrition Review complete Exam 2023 with 100% correct answers When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic diet related diseases, what policy change were made? - ANSWERRDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. - ANSWERFood labeling must include information about them. They differ depending on age and gender What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? - ANSWERServing size A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? - ANSWERRDA (Recommended daily allowance) -The average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a certain group. Aim for this amount! -Use this for planning family meals sufficient for infants, children, adults and ELDERLY family members. What is an appropriate use of AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Dietary Range) when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? - ANSWER50% calories from fat is too much. (There is an AMDR for fats, carbs, and proteins only. It is a range of percentages of calories that you should get from that nutrient per day.) The AMDR for fats is 20-35%** AMDR for protein - ANSWER10-35% AMDR for fat - ANSWER20-35% AMDR for carbs - ANSWER45-65% What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? - ANSWERThe highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans; ensures people do not take harmful amounts. (More for supplements; No side effects in humans) How is estimated average requirement (EAR) commonly used? - ANSWERTo guide recommendations and menu planning for COMMUNITIES in combinations with upper intake levels. What is true of recommendations as presented by their setting place graphic? - ANSWERHalf of the plate should be fruits and vegetables. What is the nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? - ANSWERThey provide phytonutrients (nutrients from plants) that reduce the risk some types of cancer. (They are high in fiber/bulk, vit