Which statement about the recommended nutrient intakes is FALSE?
a. The recommendations also apply to sick people
b. The recommendations are designed to be met through intake of foods and not supplements
c. It is difficult and unnecessary to meet the recommended intakes for all nutrients each day
d. The recommendations are neither minimum requirements nor necessarily optimal intakes for everybody
a
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a. 800 b. 1000 c. 1200 d. 1500 e. 2000
International public health organizations encourage women to breastfeed
A) exclusively until their baby is 1 year of age. B) exclusively until their baby is 6 months of age. C) in concert with formula-feeding through the first three months of the baby's life. D) only if their baby is at or above normal weight and is healthy.
What does the term "USDA graded" on meat tell the consumer?
a. It assures wholesomeness b. It was free of disease at the time of slaughter c. The meat is fit for human consumption d. It defines quality
Which of the following is true regarding trace minerals?
a. Trace minerals are found in a small number of plant- and animal-based foods. b. The bioavailability of all trace minerals is regulated through absorption. c. For most people, deficiencies and toxicities of trace minerals are rare. d. There are no known instances of toxicity from any of the trace minerals.