WGU C787 Nutrition EXAM LATEST UPDATE 2022/2023

RDA The EAR is used to calculate? DRI A set of for nutrient-based reference values including EAR, RDA, TUIL, and AI. True If there is no EAR for a nutrient, there can be no RDA. AI (adequate intak ...

RDA The EAR is used to calculate? DRI A set of for nutrient-based reference values including EAR, RDA, TUIL, and AI. True If there is no EAR for a nutrient, there can be no RDA. AI (adequate intake) If no EAR/RDA is available for a nutrient what is used instead as a guideline? DRIs The _____ are specified on age, gender, and life stage, and cover more than 40 nutrient substances. EAR (estimated average requirement) Is the median usual intake value estimated to meet the requirements of half of the healthy individuals. It is based on scientific criteria and evidence. < 10% How many calories per day from added sugars should you consume? < 10% How many calories per day from saturated fats should you consume? 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity How much exercise should you get each week? Rickets A disease of Vitamin D or Calcium deficiency (poor bone growth leading to bowing of legs). Iron deficiency anemia in infancy Significant developmental deficits, language deficits, poor motor skills and balance, poor attention/responsiveness/mood (all partially reversible with supplementation) BMI calculation (lbs X 703) / (inches X inches) How is the EAR commonly used? To guide recommendations and menu planning for communities, in combination with upper intake levels ZERO What is the DRI for trans fat and added sugar? dark leafy greens, legumes, red meat, nuts Foods that are high in iron. < 120 mg/dL Recommended LDL level to reduce the risk of heart disease/stroke. < 30 mg Recommended cholesterol level to reduce the risk of heart disease/stroke. < 7% Recommended saturated fat daily fat percentage to reduce the risk of heart disease/stroke.