What is the difference between a macronutrient and a micronutrient?
What will be an ideal response?
A macronutrient is an essential nutrient that is needed in larger quantities than is an essential micronutrient. Vitamins and minerals are micronutrients, and the energy nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) are macronutrients.
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The three major branches in the food and nutrition field include all of the following except
A. food science. B. food service. C. food manufacturing. D. nutrition science and dietetics.
Individuals who consume "healthful diets" have diets that __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The majority of soybeans grown in the United States to produce soybean oil and other products are genetically modified.
a. true b. false
All of the following are included in the top nine sources of solid fats and added sugars (SoFAS) in the diet of U.S. children, EXCEPT:
a. pizza b. grain-based desserts (cookies, cakes, and donuts) c. cheese d. hamburgers