Week 4: Nourishment✅ Flashcards
What does the WELL Nourishment concept require?
NOURISHMENT > General
The WELL Nourishment concept requires the availability of fruits and vegetables and nutritional transparency.
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What health issues can healthy diets help prevent?
NOURISHMENT > General
Healthy diets can prevent cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
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What risk does poor nutrition pose globally?
NOURISHMENT > General
Poor nutrition is a top contributor to the global burden of disease, responsible for more than one in every five deaths globally.
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What are the key characteristics of the unhealthy global diet?
NOURISHMENT > General
The global diet is low in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds, and high in highly processed foods, refined sugars, refined oils, and increasing meat consumption.
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What is required to achieve healthy diets from sustainable food systems globally?
NOURISHMENT > General
A global food transformation is required to achieve healthy diets from sustainable food systems.
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What is the intent of this WELL feature?
N01 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES | PRECONDITION
The intent is to promote the consumption of fruits and vegetables by increasing their availability and accessibility.
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Why are fruits and vegetables important in a diet?
N01 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES | PRECONDITION
Fruits and vegetables are key for preventing chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and certain cancers.
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What is the global impact of insufficient fruit and vegetable intake?
N01 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES | PRECONDITION
Insufficient fruit and vegetable intake was attributed to 5.2 million deaths worldwide in 2013, including 14% of gastrointestinal cancer deaths, 11% of ischemic heart disease deaths, and 9% of stroke deaths.
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What are some strategies to increase fruit and vegetable consumption?
N01 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES | PRECONDITION
Strategies include increased availability and visibility, pricing incentives to lower costs, and promotion of community gardens and urban agriculture initiatives.
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What benefit has been observed from increased availability of fresh fruit at worksites?
N01 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES | PRECONDITION
Increased availability of fresh fruit at worksites improves fruit and vegetable consumption at both work and home.
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What are the requirements for food outlets in spaces that are not Commercial Dining Spaces?
N01 | Part 1 Provide Fruits and Vegetables
The selection must include at least two varieties of fruits (with no added sugar) and two varieties of non-fried vegetables, or 50% of available food options must be fruits and/or non-fried vegetables.
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What are the requirements for Commercial Dining Spaces?
N01 | Part 1 Provide Fruits and Vegetables
The selection must include at least four varieties of fruits (with no added sugar) and four varieties of non-fried vegetables, or 50% of available food options must be fruits and/or non-fried vegetables.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N01 | Part 1 Provide Fruits and Vegetables
In non-leased spaces, the project must meet these requirements.
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How should fruits and vegetables be promoted in all spaces?
N01 | Part 2 Promote Fruit and Vegetable Visibility
Fruits and vegetables should be placed at eye-level or just below eye-level, displayed on visible surfaces, at point-of-sale, at the end of aisles, at the beginning of food service lines, or visible from the entrance.
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What are the requirements for healthy menu design in Commercial Dining Spaces?
N01 | Part 2 Promote Fruit and Vegetable Visibility
Fruits and vegetables should be presented using at least three strategies, such as: default options, appealing descriptions, visual highlights, listed first, or placed in prominent areas on the menu.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N01 | Part 2 Promote Fruit and Vegetable Visibility
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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What does this WELL feature require?
N02 NUTRITIONAL TRANSPARENCY | PRECONDITION
It requires the provision of detailed nutritional information, calorie labeling for standard menu items, and sugar content labeling for all foods and beverages sold or provided daily.
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Why is nutritional transparency important?
N02 NUTRITIONAL TRANSPARENCY | PRECONDITION
Nutritional transparency is crucial for individuals with food allergies and food intolerances, helping them navigate food choices and avoid allergens.
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What impact has increased nutritional transparency had in restaurants?
N02 NUTRITIONAL TRANSPARENCY | PRECONDITION
It has led to the introduction of lower-calorie items and increased awareness of calorie information among consumers.
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How can food service professionals contribute to food safety for individuals with allergies?
N02 NUTRITIONAL TRANSPARENCY | PRECONDITION
By undergoing food allergy training, food service staff can help make food spaces safer and more inclusive for individuals with food allergies and intolerances.
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What is a recommended strategy for preventing serious allergic reactions like anaphylaxis?
N02 NUTRITIONAL TRANSPARENCY | PRECONDITION
The recommended strategy is avoidance of food allergens.
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What nutritional information must be displayed for packaged foods and beverages?
N02 | Part 1 Provide Nutritional Information
Total calories per serving, macronutrient content (total protein, fat, and carbohydrate), and total sugar content must be clearly displayed.
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What nutritional information must be provided for standard menu items in Commercial Dining Spaces?
N02 | Part 1 Provide Nutritional Information
Calories must be displayed on menus and menu boards, and macronutrient content and total sugar content must be available upon request.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N02 | Part 1 Provide Nutritional Information
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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This information comes from Page 75-77 of the WELL V2
What are the food allergy training requirements for Commercial Dining Spaces?
N02 | Part 2 Address Food Allergens
All food service staff must be offered annual food allergy training covering topics like food allergies, anaphylaxis, emergency response, communication protocols, reducing cross-contact risks, ingredient disclosure, and a knowledge test.
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What is required during hours of operation regarding food allergy-trained staff?
N02 | Part 2 Address Food Allergens
At least one staff member with food allergy training from the past year must be present to handle questions and special requests.
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What is required for food allergy signage in Commercial Dining Spaces?
N02 | Part 2 Address Food Allergens
Point-of-decision signage must prompt individuals to report any potential food allergies to staff.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N02 | Part 2 Address Food Allergens
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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This information comes from Page 75-77 of the WELL V2
What are the sugar content requirements for standard menu items in Commercial Dining Spaces?
N02 | Part 3 Label Sugar Content
Standard menu items must either contain no more than 25 g of sugar per serving, or the total sugar content must be clearly displayed at the point-of-decision on menus and menu boards.
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What happens if a standard menu item contains more than 25 g of sugar per serving?
N02 | Part 3 Label Sugar Content
Menu items with more than 25 g of sugar per serving must be identified by an icon, and an explanation of the icon and the health risks of high sugar intake must be provided at the point-of-decision.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N02 | Part 3 Label Sugar Content
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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What is the intent of this WELL feature?
N03 REFINED INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to help individuals avoid highly processed foods and refined ingredients.
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What are the global health impacts of poor diets characterized by highly processed foods?
N03 REFINED INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
Poor diets contribute to 8% of all deaths globally and account for an estimated 9.6% of the global burden of disease.
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This information comes from Page 78-79 of the WELL V2
Why is limiting sugar and refined grains important?
N03 REFINED INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
Excessive sugar consumption increases the risk of heart disease, obesity, and tooth decay, while refining grains removes vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, which is linked to a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and obesity.
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This information comes from Page 78-79 of the WELL V2
What is the WHO recommendation for added sugar intake?
N03 REFINED INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
The World Health Organization recommends that adults consume no more than 25 grams of added sugar per day.
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How can individuals increase their intake of dietary fiber?
N03 REFINED INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
By promoting whole grains and increasing the availability of whole grain options.
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What are the sugar content limits for beverages in all spaces?
N03 | Part 1 Limit Total Sugars
Beverages must contain no more than 25 g of sugar per container or serving.
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What is the requirement for the availability of sugar-free beverages or drinking water?
N03 | Part 1 Limit Total Sugars
At least 25% of beverages must contain no sugar per container or serving, or drinking water must be available at no cost.
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What is the sugar content limit for non-beverage food items?
N03 | Part 1 Limit Total Sugars
No non-beverage food item (except whole fruit) should contain more than 25 g of sugar per serving.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N03 | Part 1 Limit Total Sugars
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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This information comes from Page 78-79 of the WELL V2
What is the requirement for whole grains in grain-based foods?
N03 | Part 2 Promote Whole Grains
In at least 50% of grain-based foods, a whole grain must be the first ingredient.
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How should the cost of whole grain options compare to refined grain options?
N03 | Part 2 Promote Whole Grains
Whole grain options should not cost more than their refined grain counterparts (e.g., brown rice should not cost more than white rice).
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What is required regarding whole grain options at food outlets?
N03 | Part 2 Promote Whole Grains
Each food outlet must have at least one whole grain option if grain-based foods are sold or provided.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for non-leased spaces?
N03 | Part 2 Promote Whole Grains
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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This information comes from Page 78-79 of the WELL V2
What is the intent of this WELL feature?
N04 FOOD ADVERTISING | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to encourage the selection and consumption of healthier food choices through advertising and messaging.
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This information comes from Page 80-81 of the WELL V2
What issue does this feature address regarding food marketing?
N04 FOOD ADVERTISING | OPTIMIZATION
Food marketing overwhelmingly promotes highly processed products, such as sugar-sweetened beverages, breakfast cereals, and fast foods, which affects dietary choices.
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This information comes from Page 80-81 of the WELL V2
How does unhealthy food advertising impact children?
N04 FOOD ADVERTISING | OPTIMIZATION
Unhealthy food advertising is associated with increased food consumption in children, influencing their behavior and mental health and increasing their preference for unhealthy foods.
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What effect does healthy food advertising have on food choices?
N04 FOOD ADVERTISING | OPTIMIZATION
Healthy food advertising can increase the selection of healthier items and may have a stronger impact than anti-obesity advertising on shaping eating behaviors.
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In what settings have healthy food advertising interventions been effective?
N04 FOOD ADVERTISING | OPTIMIZATION
Interventions have been effective in cafeterias, corner stores, grocery stores, and supermarkets.
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What are the requirements for food advertising in all spaces?
N04 | Part 1 Optimize Food Advertising
Sugar-sweetened beverages must not be advertised or promoted, deep-fried food options must not be advertised or promoted, and deep-fried food options must not be displayed under heat lamps.
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What are the nutritional messaging requirements for dedicated eating areas?
N04 | Part 1 Optimize Food Advertising
All dedicated eating areas and points of sale must contain at least two different instances of messaging that promote the consumption of either fruits and vegetables or drinking water.
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What is the WELL Core Guidance for these advertising and messaging requirements?
N04 | Part 1 Optimize Food Advertising
These requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
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This information comes from Page 80-81 of the WELL V2
What is the intent of this WELL feature?
N05 ARTIFICIAL INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
To help individuals avoid artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, and preservatives in foods and beverages.
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This information comes from Page 82-83 of the WELL V2
Why should artificial ingredients be avoided in foods and beverages?
N05 ARTIFICIAL INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
Artificial ingredients are often added to highly processed foods that are low in nutritional quality and may become toxic when consumed in large quantities.
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This information comes from Page 82-83 of the WELL V2
What is the solution for limiting artificial ingredient consumption?
N05 ARTIFICIAL INGREDIENTS | OPTIMIZATION
Sourcing packaged foods without harmful artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, and preservatives and phasing out ingredients deemed as ingredients of concern.
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This information comes from Page 82-83 of the WELL V2
What is the phase-out requirement for artificial ingredients in this WELL feature?
N05 | Part 1 Limit Artificial Ingredients
Projects must phase out the use, sale, and provision of foods containing artificial ingredients listed in the provided table over a maximum of three years.
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This information comes from Page 82-83 of the WELL V2
Which artificial ingredients must be phased out or restricted under this feature?
N05 | Part 1 Limit Artificial Ingredients
Colorings (e.g., Blue 1, Red 40), Sweeteners (e.g., aspartame, sucralose), Preservatives (e.g., BHA, BHT), and Fats & Oils (e.g., brominated vegetable oil, partially hydrogenated oil).
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What labeling requirement must be met for artificial ingredients in foods and beverages?
N05 | Part 1 Limit Artificial Ingredients
All foods and beverages sold or provided must be clearly labeled to indicate whether they contain artificial ingredients from the listed table.
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This information comes from Page 82-83 of the WELL V2
What is the main intent of the N06 portion sizes feature?
N06 PORTION SIZES | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to promote healthy portion sizes and reduce overconsumption and food waste.
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This information comes from Page 84-85 of the WELL V2
What issue is associated with larger portion sizes?
N06 PORTION SIZES | OPTIMIZATION
Larger portion sizes are linked to rising obesity rates and cause people to consume more food when offered larger portions, packages, or dishware.
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How can smaller portion sizes help individuals?
N06 PORTION SIZES | OPTIMIZATION
Smaller portion sizes encourage reasonable portions without limiting choice and help maintain calorie balance while reducing added sugar consumption.
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What impact does dishware size have on portion control?
N06 PORTION SIZES | OPTIMIZATION
Larger dishware leads to larger self-served portions, while smaller plates help people estimate portions more accurately and may promote healthier portion sizes.
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What is the maximum calorie limit for standard menu items in N06?
N06 | Part 1 Promote Healthy Portions
Standard menu items must not exceed 650 Cal or a smaller version must be available for at least 50% of items exceeding this limit.
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What is the dishware size limit for adults in self-serve settings?
N06 | Part 1 Promote Healthy Portions
For adults, circular plates must not exceed 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter, and bowls and cups must not exceed 16 fl oz (473 mL) in volume.
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How does N06 ensure portion control in buffet-style dining?
N06 | Part 1 Promote Healthy Portions
By limiting dishware sizes, N06 helps prevent overconsumption in self-serve settings with specific size restrictions for plates, bowls, and cups based on occupant type.
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This information comes from Page 84-85 of the WELL V2
What is the primary goal of the N07 WELL feature?
N07 NUTRITION EDUCATION | OPTIMIZATION
To support a healthy eating pattern by increasing nutritional knowledge and food literacy.
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How is food literacy defined in the N07 feature?
N07 NUTRITION EDUCATION | OPTIMIZATION
Food literacy is the ability to understand nutrition information and implement it through preparation and cooking of healthy meals.
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What types of interventions are most effective in nutrition education according to N07?
N07 NUTRITION EDUCATION | OPTIMIZATION
Mixed-method and long-term interventions that focus on changing specific behaviors are more effective than single-method, short-term interventions.
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What dietary trend has contributed to a lack of food literacy?
N07 NUTRITION EDUCATION | OPTIMIZATION
A global shift away from whole ingredient foods like fruits and vegetables, and towards highly processed foods that require little preparation, has contributed to a lack of food literacy.
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What is required by N07 Part 1 for WELL Certification?
N07 | Part 1 Provide Nutrition Education
At least one of the following must be offered quarterly and at no cost: cooking demonstrations, nutrition education sessions, individual nutrition consultations, or gardening workshops.
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Who must lead cooking demonstrations or nutrition education sessions according to N07 Part 1?
N07 | Part 1 Provide Nutrition Education
Chef-instructors must lead cooking demonstrations, and accredited dietitians or nutritionists must lead nutrition education sessions.
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What focus do gardening or planting workshops need to have?
N07 | Part 1 Provide Nutrition Education
Gardening or planting workshops must focus on edible plants and include hands-on learning opportunities.
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Who should have access to these educational offerings in WELL Core projects?
N07 | Part 1 Provide Nutrition Education
The education must be made available to all tenants in the whole building.
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What does the N08 Mindful Eating feature require?
N08 MINDFUL EATING | OPTIMIZATION
It requires dedicated eating spaces with tables and chairs, and the provision of daily meal breaks.
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What are the negative consequences of eating alone, according to N08?
N08 MINDFUL EATING | OPTIMIZATION
Eating alone is associated with unhealthier food choices, fewer fruits and vegetables, irregular meal times, and increased risk of metabolic syndrome.
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How is distracted eating linked to food intake?
N08 MINDFUL EATING | OPTIMIZATION
Distracted eating is linked to higher food intake, both immediately and later on.
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What are the benefits of mindful eating?
N08 MINDFUL EATING | OPTIMIZATION
Mindful eating can lead to better control of food intake and has a positive impact on mental well-being.
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What is required for the N08 Support Mindful Eating feature?
N08 | Part 1 Support Mindful Eating
It requires a dedicated eating space within 650 ft (200 m) of the project boundary and/or daily meal breaks of at least 30 minutes for eligible employees and students.
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What must the dedicated eating space accommodate according to N08?
N08 | Part 1 Support Mindful Eating
It must have tables and chairs for at least 25% of regular occupants at peak occupancy and provide protection from environmental elements.
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What types of seating should be available in the dedicated eating space?
N08 | Part 1 Support Mindful Eating
The space should include both small group seating (up to 4 people) and large group seating (more than 4 people).
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What is the intent of the N09 Special Diets feature?
N09 SPECIAL DIETS | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to provide alternative food choices for individuals with dietary restrictions, allergies, or intolerances, and to label common food allergens.
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What issue does the N09 Special Diets feature address?
N09 SPECIAL DIETS | OPTIMIZATION
It addresses the difficulty individuals with food allergies or dietary restrictions face in finding suitable meal options and the growing prevalence of food allergies worldwide.
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What solutions does the N09 Special Diets feature propose?
N09 SPECIAL DIETS | OPTIMIZATION
The feature proposes providing meal alternatives for common allergies and intolerances, ensuring they are available at similar prices to standard items, and promoting ingredient transparency through allergen labeling.
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This information comes from Page 90-91 of the WELL V2
What are the requirements for N09 Part 1 Accommodate Special Diets?
N09 | Part 1 Accommodate Special Diets
Meals must include main dish options that do not contain peanut, gluten, dairy, egg, animal, seafood, or dairy products, or animal or seafood products except for eggs and dairy.
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What allergens must be labeled according to N09 Part 2 Label Food Allergens?
N09 | Part 1 Accommodate Special Diets
Foods and beverages must be labeled to indicate if they contain peanut, fish, shellfish, soy, milk, egg, wheat, tree nuts, or gluten.
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What is the intent of N10 Food Preparation?
N10 FOOD PREPARATION | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to provide space and supportive amenities for the preparation of meals on-site.
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What are the requirements for food preparation areas according to N10?
N10 FOOD PREPARATION | OPTIMIZATION
A food preparation area must include storage space and other amenities to support the reassembly or reheating of meals on-site.
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What are the nutritional benefits of preparing meals at home?
N10 FOOD PREPARATION | OPTIMIZATION
Preparing meals at home is linked to reduced food expenditures and better diet quality compared to eating away from home.
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What supportive amenities must be provided in dedicated eating areas according to N10 Part 1?
N10 | Part 1 Provide Meal Support
The supportive amenities must include cold storage, countertop surface, sink for dish and hand washing, device for reheating food, dedicated cabinets or storage units, reusable non-plastic plates, bowls, cups, and utensils, and cans/bins for garbage, recycling, and/or compost.
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What are the specific supportive amenities required for dwelling units?
N10 | Part 1 Provide Meal Support
For dwelling units, the required amenities include a countertop surface, sink, refrigerator, cabinets, and a stove with hood vented directly to the outdoors.
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This information comes from Page 92-93 of the WELL V2
What requirements must be met for commercial kitchen spaces in primary and secondary schools?
N10 | Part 1 Provide Meal Support
Commercial kitchen spaces in primary and secondary schools must have the proper kitchen equipment and infrastructure to prepare and serve meals on-site and prepare and serve at least one meal on school days.
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This information comes from Page 92-93 of the WELL V2
What is the main intent of N11 Responsible Food Sourcing?
N11 RESPONSIBLE FOOD SOURCING | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to reduce dietary exposure to pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics, limit environmental degradation, and promote humane livestock practices.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What are the health risks associated with the use of antibiotics and pesticides in food production?
N11 RESPONSIBLE FOOD SOURCING | OPTIMIZATION
The use of antibiotics in agriculture contributes to antibiotic resistance in humans, while dietary pesticide exposure is linked to adverse reproductive consequences, increased risk of certain cancers, and lower IQ in children born to exposed pregnant women.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What are the benefits of responsible sourcing practices?
N11 RESPONSIBLE FOOD SOURCING | OPTIMIZATION
Responsible sourcing practices promote sustainable, ethical, and socially responsible food purchases, and they can enhance animal welfare by ensuring humane treatment of livestock.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
How do organic foods compare to conventional foods regarding pesticide residue and antibiotic resistance?
N11 RESPONSIBLE FOOD SOURCING | OPTIMIZATION
Organic produce typically has lower levels of pesticide residue, and organic chicken and pork are less likely to contain antibiotic-resistant bacteria compared to conventional food.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What role does labeling play in responsible food sourcing?
N11 RESPONSIBLE FOOD SOURCING | OPTIMIZATION
Labeling helps individuals quickly identify organic and humanely raised foods and promotes support for local farms and organizations.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What are the sustainable sourcing requirements for N11 Part 1 Implement Responsible Sourcing?
N11 | Part 1 Implement Responsible Sourcing
At least 50% of the total produce line must be certified organic, and at least 25% of the total animal product line must be certified organic, Certified Humane(R), or certified by a GSSI-recognized Seafood Certification Scheme.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What does Option 2 of Implement Responsible Sourcing focus on?
N11 | Part 1 Implement Responsible Sourcing
Option 2 focuses on promoting sustainable and humane agriculture through labeling, including certified organic and sustainable products labeled at point-of-decision, and advertising local farms or sources for locally sourced foods.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What is the WELL Core Guidance for Implement Responsible Sourcing?
N11 | Part 1 Implement Responsible Sourcing
The requirements must be met in non-leased spaces.
This information comes from Page 94-95 of the WELL V2
What is the main intent of N12 Food Production?
N12 FOOD PRODUCTION | OPTIMIZATION
The main intent is to provide opportunities for on-site food production and increase food access.
This information comes from Page 97-96 of the WELL V2
What issues does N12 Food Production address?
N12 FOOD PRODUCTION | OPTIMIZATION
It addresses the disconnect between consumers and their food due to changing economic and environmental conditions, and the desire to understand how food is made, raised, or grown.
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What are some benefits of participating in community gardening according to N12?
N12 FOOD PRODUCTION | OPTIMIZATION
Participation in community gardening leads to higher levels of fruit and vegetable consumption, increased social cohesion, enhanced physical activity, and improved mental health by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
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What are the solutions proposed by N12 Food Production?
N12 FOOD PRODUCTION | OPTIMIZATION
Solutions include providing space, infrastructure, and tools for on-site food production to increase access to locally grown food, promoting social and environmental health.
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What are the requirements for providing gardening space according to N12 Part 1?
N12 | Part 1 Provide Gardening Space
A permanent and accessible space for food production must be within 0.25 mi (400 m) of the project boundary and include at least one of the following: a garden or greenhouse with food-bearing plants, edible landscaping (e.g., fruit trees, herbs), or a hydroponic or aeroponic farming system.
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What is the minimum area required for gardening space per occupant?
N12 | Part 1 Provide Gardening Space
The space must be at least 1 ft (0.09 m) per regular occupant or 0.5 ft (0.05 m) per student, with a maximum of 1,500 ft (140 m) and a minimum of 200 ft (18.5 m).
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What amenities must be included in the gardening space?
N12 | Part 1 Provide Gardening Space
The space must provide planting supplies, including planting medium, watering system, lighting (interior spaces only), plants, and gardening tools.
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How should the gardening space be made accessible to occupants?
N12 | Part 1 Provide Gardening Space
The space must be open to regular occupants during regular building hours and accessible the majority of days in the operating year, with foods grown made available to them.
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What is the intent of the N13 Local Food Environment feature?
N13 LOCAL FOOD ENVIRONMENT | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to increase access to fresh, local, and seasonal fruits and vegetables by reducing environmental barriers.
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What factors influence dietary patterns according to the N13 feature?
N13 LOCAL FOOD ENVIRONMENT | OPTIMIZATION
Dietary patterns are influenced by a mixture of personal, cultural, and environmental factors, including the local food environment.
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What is the impact of the local food environment on obesity?
N13 LOCAL FOOD ENVIRONMENT | OPTIMIZATION
Certain environments, particularly those with smaller grocery stores and fast food establishments, can be more obesogenic, promoting weight gain and potentially contributing to obesity.
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What are the recommended solutions for improving dietary and lifestyle behaviors?
N13 LOCAL FOOD ENVIRONMENT | OPTIMIZATION
Projects should be located near supermarkets, grocery stores, and farmers markets to support better food choices and improve dietary behaviors.
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How do farmers’ markets and food retail outlet density contribute to nutrition?
N13 LOCAL FOOD ENVIRONMENT | OPTIMIZATION
Farmers’ markets and increased healthy food retail outlet density are associated with higher fruit and vegetable consumption and a lower BMI, helping individuals meet dietary recommendations.
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What are the requirements for Option 1: Supportive Environment under N13?
N13 | Part 1 Ensure Local Food Access
The project must be located within a 0.25 mi (400 m) walk distance of a supermarket with a fresh fruit and vegetable section or a farmers’ market that is open at least once a week for at least four months of the year.
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What does Option 2: Supportive Programming require?
N13 | Part 1 Ensure Local Food Access
The project must either serve as a distribution point for a community-based agriculture program delivering fruits and vegetables at least twice a month for four months or host the weekly sale of fruits and vegetables for at least four months of the year.
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What does Option 3: Supportive Transportation entail?
N13 | Part 1 Ensure Local Food Access
Transportation must be provided at no-cost between the project and a supermarket, store with a fresh fruit and vegetable section, or farmers’ market.
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What is the overall WELL Core Guidance for N13?
N13 | Part 1 Ensure Local Food Access
The requirements must be met in the whole building.
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What is the intent of N14 ? Red and Processed Meats?
N14 ? RED AND PROCESSED MEATS | OPTIMIZATION
The intent is to increase the availability of plant-based food options and reposition red and processed meat products to decrease their prominence at the point-of-decision.
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What are the health risks associated with red and processed meats?
N14 ? RED AND PROCESSED MEATS | OPTIMIZATION
The World Health Organization classified processed meat as carcinogenic and red meat as probably carcinogenic. High intake is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic diseases.
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What does the World Cancer Research Fund recommend regarding red meat consumption?
N14 ? RED AND PROCESSED MEATS | OPTIMIZATION
Individuals should limit their intake of red meat to no more than three portions per week (equivalent to 12 - 18 oz (350 - 500 g) per week) and avoid eating processed meat.
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What solutions does N14 propose to address meat consumption?
N14 ? RED AND PROCESSED MEATS | OPTIMIZATION
Providing plant-based meat alternatives, reducing portion sizes of red meat, and repositioning meat products to decrease their demand and consumption.
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How can food service shift eating patterns regarding meat?
N14 ? RED AND PROCESSED MEATS | OPTIMIZATION
Chefs and menu developers can position red meat as a supplement (side dish) or condiment to plant-based dishes and limit processed meat options.
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At least one plant-based option is available at each food outlet.
N14 | Part 1 Limit Red and Processed Meats
A single portion of red meat is no more than 4 oz (115 g) cooked weight.
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What is the maximum portion size of red meat allowed in commercial dining spaces under WELL?
N14 | Part 1 Limit Red and Processed Meats
4 oz (115 g) cooked weight.
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Where should red and processed meats be positioned in self-serve food service lines?
N14 | Part 1 Limit Red and Processed Meats
At the end of self-serve food service lines.
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How should red and processed meats be listed on menus?
N14 | Part 1 Limit Red and Processed Meats
They should be listed last in each menu section or on a separate menu and/or menu board.
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What is required for all projects pursuing WELL beta features during documentation review?
N14 | Part 1 Limit Red and Processed Meats
All projects must submit the WELL beta feature implementation feedback form.
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