Chapter 2 Nutrient

 1 out of 1 points

When comparing the two categories of nutrient standards, the Dietary Reference Intakes and the Daily Values, one difference between the two is:

Selected Answer: the Daily Values are used in the United States only.
Answers:
the Daily Values are used in the United States only.

the Dietary Reference Intakes are to be used on food labels.

the Daily Values are a better way of determining nutrient goals of individuals.

the Dietary Reference Intakes do not account for age or gender.

 Question 2
1 out of 1 points

When referring to the DRI recommended intakes, it is important to remember that:

Selected Answer: they are based on the latest available scientific research.
Answers:
they are designed to help an individual recover from an illness.

they are the minimum values needed to maintain health.

they are based on the latest available scientific research.

they must be consumed daily because they do not account for varied intakes.

 Question 3
1 out of 1 points

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are intended for healthy adults and children ages _____ and older.

Selected Answer: two Answers: one two

three

four

 Question 4
1 out of 1 points

Which of the following is characteristic of Daily Values?

Selected Answer:
They are ideal for allowing comparisons among foods.
Answers:
They provide nutrient values by categories of people.

They are ideal for allowing comparisons among foods.

They are useful as nutrient intake goals for individuals.

They provide information on all DRI nutrients.

 Question 5
1 out of 1 points

Which of the following establishes population-wide average requirements used by nutrition policymakers?

Selected Answer:
Estimated Average Requirements
Answers:
Recommended Dietary Allowances

Daily Values

Recommended Daily Allowances

Estimated Average Requirements

 Question 6
1 out of 1 points

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements