1.3 Tools for a Healthy Diet Flashcards
Who monitors food labels?
FDA
How must the serving size be listed on a food label?
in units that consumers will understand
How is each nutrient on a food label listed?
in metric amounts and % daily value
What is the percent daily value based on?
2,000 calorie diet
Which nutrients do not contain a percent daily value?
protein
sugar
What are the four types of health claims?
- health claim
- preliminary health claim
- nutrient claim
- structure/function claim
What is a health claim?
statement that must have significant scientific evidence that links the food with reduced risk of a disease
What is a preliminary health claim?
statement where there might not be an established scientific link
What is a nutrient claim?
specific claim is being made about a nutrient; well defined and must adhere to the set standards
What is a structure/function claim?
statement that does not require scientific evidence; does not need to be valif
What health claims are regulated by the FDA?
health claim
preliminary health claim
nutrient claim
When will the FDA regulate structure/function claims?
if the product may cause harm to the consumer
What are the keywords for a diet?
variety
balance
moderations
