An important aspect of infant feeding is the prevention of future health problems. This can be accomplished by _____

a. encouragement of eating habits that will support a healthy weight
b. encouraging the infant to eat only those foods she likes
c. introduction of solid foods as early as possible
d. forcing the infant to finish her bottle
e. encouraging the infant to eat, even when he/she is not hungry


a

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The acronym RDA stands for

A. Required Daily Allowance. B. Recommended Daily Allowance. C. Recommended Dietary Allowance. D. Required Dietary Allowance.

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According to the joint recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the American College of Sports Medicine, a dietary protein intake of ________ may be necessary for athletes engaged in regular moderate- and high-intensity physical activity.

A. 1.8 to 2.2 grams/kg body weight/day B. at least 2.0 grams/kg body weight/day C. 0.6 to 1.1 grams/kg body weight/day D. 1.2 to 2.0 grams/kg body weight/day

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