week 8 in-class quiz

Question 1

The double burden of malnutrition refers to

Answer 1

Undernutrition coexisting with overweight and obesity in a population

Question 2

Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended as the optimal source of nutrition for an infant up to…

Answer 2

6 months

Question 3

If formula Is the choice of the mother to feed her healthy baby with no allergies, what formula would be advised?

Answer 3

Cows milk based infant formula

Question 4

An infant 12 months of age whose weight has tracked from birth along the 50th percentile on a growth chart would be considered

Answer 4

Healthy

Question 5

Which food group includes haem-iron as a main distinguishing nutrient?

Answer 5

Lean meat and poultry fish and eggs

Question 6

What are the energy yielding substances

Answer 6

Fats, alcohol, carbs and protein

Question 7

The average daily intake level estimated to meet nutrient requirements of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular age-group, gender and life stage is referred to as

Answer 7

RDI recommended dietary intake

Question 8

Which of the following nutrients is the MOST important and is why infants should start taking solid foods at approximately 6 months of age

Answer 8

Iron

Question 8

The daily nutrient level estimated to meet the requirements of half of the healthy individuals in a particular age, gender, life stage represents what type of nutrient reference value (NRV)?

Answer 8

Estimated average requirements (EAR)

Question 9

what are the consequence of starting solid foods too late in infants

Answer 9

• Increased risk of micronutrient deficiencies, especially iron and zinc
• Delayed development of motor skills such as chewing and taste and texture acceptance
• Increased risk of developing allergic syndromes

Question 10

What are the two food groups which INCREASE in pregnancy compared to non-pregnant females (aged 19-50)

Answer 10

Lean meats and grains