Chapter 2 Flashcards
How can a student evaluate a food label?
The student can evaluate a food label by defining the different uses of information found on the Nutrition Facts panel the ingredients list and any health claims made for the product.
What are the ten nutritional guidelines developed by the FNRI for Filipinos?
List the ten nutritional guidelines developed by the FNRI (Food and Nutrition Research Institute) for Filipinos.
What are Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)?
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are developed by the Institute of Medicine’s Food and Nutrition Board and are the most commonly used source of nutrient allowances for healthy individuals.
What is the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)?
The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is the average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a particular life stage.
How is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) determined?
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is set by increasing the EAR by about 20 percent to arrive at a level sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all (97 to 98 percent) healthy persons.
What is the Adequate Intake (AI)?
The Adequate Intake (AI) is a reference value given based on estimates of intake levels of healthy populations established when there is insufficient scientific evidence to set an RDA.
What does the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) indicate?
The Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) is the highest level of daily nutrient intake that will most likely present no risk of adverse health effects in almost all individuals in the general population.
What is the Daily Value (DV) based on?
The Daily Value (DV) is based on a 2000 calorie diet.
What are the two types of Daily Values?
The two types of Daily Values are: 1) intake goals to strive for and 2) healthy daily maximums.
What is the purpose of the Dietary Guidelines?
The Dietary Guidelines provide science-based advice to promote health and reduce the risk of major chronic diseases.
What age group do the Dietary Guidelines apply to?
The Dietary Guidelines apply to most people aged 2 and older.
What should be limited according to the Dietary Guidelines?
Potentially harmful dietary components such as fat sugar cholesterol salt and alcohol should be limited.
What is the RDA for vitamin C for a pregnant teenager?
The RDA for vitamin C for a pregnant teenager is 80 mg per day.
What is the RDA for vitamin C for men?
The RDA for vitamin C for men is 90 mg per day.
What is the UL for vitamin A?
The UL for vitamin A is 3000 micrograms per day.
