Culinarian Nutrition & Dietary Guidelines Flashcards

A chef is preparing a dish for a guest with celiac disease. Which grain is safe to use?

Answer: Quinoa

Quinoa is naturally gluten-free and safe for guests with celiac disease, unlike barley, wheat, and rye.

What does the USDA MyPlate guideline recommend should make up half of every meal?

Answer: Fruits and vegetables

MyPlate recommends filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables at every meal to promote nutrient density.

Which vitamin requires fat to be properly absorbed by the body?

Answer: Vitamin K

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin (along with A, D, and E) that requires dietary fat for proper absorption.

What is the recommended daily sodium intake for healthy adults according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Answer: Less than 2,300 mg

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting sodium to less than 2,300 mg per day for adults.

Which type of carbohydrate causes the most rapid spike in blood glucose levels?

Answer: Simple sugars

Simple sugars are rapidly digested and absorbed, causing a quicker and larger spike in blood glucose compared to complex carbohydrates.

When cooking for a guest with a tree nut allergy, which of the following is safe to use?

Answer: Peanuts

Peanuts are legumes, not tree nuts, so they are generally safe for guests with tree nut allergies (though cross-reactivity should still be considered).

Which macronutrient is the body's preferred source of energy during high-intensity exercise?

Answer: Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates, stored as glycogen in muscles and the liver, are the primary fuel source during high-intensity physical activity.