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Dietary Guidelines and Recommendations

Description: Dietary Guidelines and Recommendations Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables?

  1. 2-3 servings

  2. 4-5 servings

  3. 6-8 servings

  4. 9-10 servings


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume 4-5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended healthy fat?

  1. Olive oil

  2. Canola oil

  3. Butter

  4. Avocado


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Butter is a saturated fat, which is not recommended for a healthy diet. Olive oil, canola oil, and avocado are all good sources of healthy unsaturated fats.

How much added sugar should you consume per day?

  1. 6 teaspoons

  2. 9 teaspoons

  3. 12 teaspoons

  4. 15 teaspoons


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume no more than 6 teaspoons of added sugar per day.

Which of the following is a good source of fiber?

  1. White bread

  2. Brown rice

  3. Pasta

  4. Oatmeal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oatmeal is a good source of soluble fiber, which can help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

How much protein should you consume per day?

  1. 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight

  2. 1.0 grams per kilogram of body weight

  3. 1.2 grams per kilogram of body weight

  4. 1.4 grams per kilogram of body weight


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day.

Which of the following is a good source of calcium?

  1. Milk

  2. Yogurt

  3. Cheese

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Milk, yogurt, and cheese are all good sources of calcium.

How much water should you drink per day?

  1. 6-8 cups

  2. 8-10 cups

  3. 10-12 cups

  4. 12-14 cups


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults drink 8-10 cups of water per day.

Which of the following is a good source of iron?

  1. Red meat

  2. Poultry

  3. Fish

  4. Beans


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Red meat, poultry, fish, and beans are all good sources of iron.

What is the recommended daily intake of sodium?

  1. 1,500 milligrams

  2. 2,000 milligrams

  3. 2,500 milligrams

  4. 3,000 milligrams


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume no more than 2,000 milligrams of sodium per day.

Which of the following is a good source of vitamin C?

  1. Oranges

  2. Grapefruit

  3. Strawberries

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oranges, grapefruit, and strawberries are all good sources of vitamin C.

How much physical activity should you get per week?

  1. 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity

  2. 300 minutes of moderate-intensity activity

  3. 450 minutes of moderate-intensity activity

  4. 600 minutes of moderate-intensity activity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week.

Which of the following is a good source of vitamin A?

  1. Carrots

  2. Sweet potatoes

  3. Spinach

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach are all good sources of vitamin A.

What is the recommended daily intake of saturated fat?

  1. 10%

  2. 15%

  3. 20%

  4. 25%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume no more than 10% of their daily calories from saturated fat.

Which of the following is a good source of potassium?

  1. Bananas

  2. Potatoes

  3. Winter squashes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bananas, potatoes, and winter squashes are all good sources of potassium.

How much cholesterol should you consume per day?

  1. 200 milligrams

  2. 300 milligrams

  3. 400 milligrams

  4. 500 milligrams


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume no more than 200 milligrams of cholesterol per day.

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