Briefly state the main impetus for the initiation of the National School Lunch Program


As a result of testimony from the surgeon general that "70 percent of the boys who had poor nutrition 10 to 12 years ago were rejected by the draft," legislation was introduced to give the school lunch program permanent status.

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a. true b. false

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Which strategy would most likely support healthy eating when dining out? a. Order grilled rather than fried foods

b. Use mayonnaise in place of mustard. c. Order a large burger to obtain adequate protein. d. Order whole milk rather than a soda. e. Buy the largest meal with the best deal and skip the next meal.

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What short-term effects can high sodium intake have on blood pressure in some children or adults?

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Determine whether the symptom described is part of the medical diagnostic criteria for anorexia and/or bulimia. Losing 5 pounds

a. Anorexia nervosa, restricting type b. Bulimia nervosa c. Both a and b d. Neither a nor b

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