Choose My Plate has a category for foods that are low nutrient density, what is that term?

a) Junk food
b) Extra Calories
c) Empty Calories
d) discretionary calories


Ans: c) Empty Calories

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All of the following mineral deficiencies are considered priority problems in developing countries EXCEPT:

a. magnesium deficiency. b. iron deficiency. c. zinc deficiency. d. iodine deficiency.

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It is important that the counselor develop a _______________ with the patient that enables careful examination of nutrition problems to establish goals and plans

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The energy necessary to sustain life and to keep vital organs functioning is termed:

a. resting energy expenditure. b. basal energy expenditure. c. total energy expenditure. d. physical activity-related energy expenditure.

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