Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020

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Question 1

Eating patterns and their food and nutrient characteristics are a focus of the recommendations in the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines.

A	True
B	False

Question 2

The Dietary Guidelines is designed for professionals to help all individuals ages 2 years and older and their families consume a healthy, nutritionally adequate diet.

A	True
B	False

Question 3

An Eating Pattern is the combination of foods and beverages that constitute an individual’s complete dietary intake over time.

A	True
B	False

Question 4

Nutrient Dense is a characteristic of foods and beverages that provide vitamins, minerals, and other substances that contribute to adequate nutrient intakes or may have positive health effects, with little or no solid fats and added sugars, refined starches, and sodium.

A	True
B	False

Question 5

Variety is a diverse assortment of foods and beverages across and within all food groups and subgroups selected to fulfill the recommended amounts without exceeding the limits for calories and other dietary components.

A	True
B	False

Question 6

A large body of evidence now shows that healthy eating patterns and regular physical activity can help people achieve and maintain good health and reduce the risk of chronic disease throughout all stages of the lifespan.

A	True
B	False

Question 7

A healthy eating pattern includes; a variety of vegetables from all subgroups, fruits, grains, at least half of which are whole, fat free or low fat dairy, a variety of protein foods, and oils.

A	True
B	False

Question 8

A healthy eating pattern limits saturated fats and trans fat, added sugars, and sodium.

A	True
B	False

Question 9

For most individuals, achieving a healthy eating pattern will require changes in food and beverage choices. This edition of the Dietary Guidelines focuses on shifts to emphasize the need to make substitutions- that is, choosing nutrient-dense foods and beverages in place of less healthy choices-rather than increasing intake overall.

A	True
B	False

Question 10

Eating patterns have a significant impact on health. Diet is one of the most powerful tools we have to reduce the onset of disease.

A	True
B	False

Question 11

To meet nutrient needs within calorie limits, choose a variety of nutrient-dense foods across and within all food groups in recommended amounts.

A	True
B	False

Question 12

Added sugars add calories without other nutritional value and should be limited to less than 10% of total daily calories.

A	True
B	False

Question 13

Almost 50% of all added sugars in the American diet are in drinks-like soft drinks, fruit drinks, and energy drinks.

A	True
B	False

Question 14

Diets high in saturated and trans fats are associated with heart disease. Foods high in saturated fats include butter, whole milk, and meats that aren’t labeled lean. Trans fats are in processed foods, like desserts, frozen pizza and coffee creamer.

A	True
B	False

Question 15

Limit saturated fats to less than 10% of total calories daily by replacing them with unsaturated fats and limit trans fats to as low as possible.

A	True
B	False

Question 16

Most Americans get 50% more sodium than recommended. Limit sodium to less than 2,300 mg daily (for adults and children 14 years and older).

A	True
B	False

Question 17

Making healthy shifts is a great way to add more nutrient-dense foods while eating fewer foods with added sugars, saturated and trans fats, and sodium.

A	True
B	False

Question 18

Examples of shifts include:

A	Full-fat cheese or whole milk to low-fat cheese or milk.
B	Fatty cuts of meat to seafood or beans.
C	Soft drinks to water.
D	All of the above.

Question 19

The concept of “healthy shifts” makes dietary change tangible and less overwhelming. By helping people focus on small improvements, eating healthy may seem more manageable.

A	True
B	False

Question 20

Don’t forget the physical activity! In addition to the Dietary Guidelines, Americans should follow the Physical Activities Guidelines.

A	True
B	False

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