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A true food allergy is a reaction of the body's immune system to a food or food ingredient.

A) True
B) False

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An essential mineral commonly lacking in the America diet is

A) sodium.
B) calcium.
C) copper.
D) fluoride.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

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Plant sources that provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids include all of the following,EXCEPT

The best source of vitamin C is a(n)

Put together a sample day's diet that meets the recommended number of servings for all the food groups in the Food Guide Pyramid.

Situation Connie is satisfied with her weight but would like to improve her eating habits.She typically has several slices of toast and a large coffee for breakfast,a turkey sandwich and chips or sausage pizza for lunch,and a pasta dish with baked chicken or pork chops for supper.She often has an evening snack of fat-free pudding or yogurt.She drinks unsweetened iced tea,regular colas,water,and an occasional glass of milk. -Identify the six classes of essential nutrients;for each,give at least two major functions it performs in the body and two key food sources.

Moderate alcohol intake for women is no more than ________ drink(s) per day.

Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?

Alcohol provides ________ calories per gram.

Whole grain bread is more nutrient-dense than are most white breads.

All foods that contain genetically-modified organisms are specially labeled.

Moderate alcohol intake for men is no more than ________ drink(s) per day.

When it comes to building strong bones,good advice would be to

Martha is a vegetarian and wants to eat a source of complete protein.Which of the following should she choose?

The refinement of whole grains transforms brown rice into white rice.

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

The purpose of food irradiation is to kill potentially harmful pathogens.

Josh is a freshman and is in need of eating strategies when he has his meals in the dining hall.List six strategies that will help him establish healthy eating habits.

Examples of major minerals include

The average American diet includes about ________ of total daily calories as protein.