Chapter 2

Question 1

Identify and explain the four principles of a healthful diet.

Answer 1

Adequacy
Moderation
Balanced Diet
Varied

Question 2

Explain nutrient density and how it can be used in achieving a healthy diet.

Answer 2

Nutrient density - The relative amount of nutrients per amount of calories
Nutrient-Dense foods - Foods that provide the most nutrients for the least calories

Question 3

What components must be included on food labels?

Answer 3

1. statement of identity - common name
2. the net contents of the package - the quantity of the food
3. ingredient list
4. the name and address of the food manufacturer, packer, or distributor
5. Nutrition informaiton

Question 4

What is the Percent Daily Value (%DV) on a food label and how can it be useful to consumers?

Answer 4

Tells you how much a serving of food contributes to your overall intake of the nutrients listed on the label

Question 5

What is MyPlate? What are some of the food groups in MyPlate?

Answer 5

Graphic representation of the 2010 dietary guidlines

Question 6

What types of foods make up Empty Calories in MyPlate?

Answer 6

solid fats and or added sugars