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Chapter 2
Nutrition
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A healthful diet is: | Adequate, moderate, nutrient-dense, balanced and varied. |
| Appetite | A physiological desire to consume specific foods commonly triggered by data such as sight, smell, and taste. |
| Olfacation | Sense of smell |
| Mouthfeel | Tactile sensation of food in the mouth. |
| Nutrition Facts Panel | Is the primary tool to assist an individual in choosing healthful foods. |
| Saturated fats (meats and other animal-based foods) are associated with: | An increased risk of cardiovascular disease. |
| MyPlate is: | The visual representation of the USDA Food Patterns/Pyramid |
| What is the largest section of MyPlate? | Vegetables |
| Mediterranean-style eating pattern: | This diet reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, and may reduce the risk for cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. |
| The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans state: | Adults should engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity a week. Muscle strengthening exercise 2 or more days a week. |