CFSP Nutrition Fundamentals 2

Question 1

Which type of dietary fat is most strongly associated with raising LDL cholesterol and increasing cardiovascular disease risk?

Accepted Answer

Trans fat

Answer

Trans fats (partially hydrogenated oils) raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol, significantly increasing cardiovascular disease risk.

Question 2

A foodservice operator is creating a menu for guests with celiac disease. Which grain MUST be eliminated from all dishes?

Accepted Answer

Wheat

Answer

Wheat contains gluten, which triggers an autoimmune response in individuals with celiac disease; corn, rice, and millet are naturally gluten-free.

Question 3

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting added sugars to no more than what percentage of total daily calories?

Accepted Answer

10%

Answer

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that added sugars comprise no more than 10% of total daily caloric intake.

Question 4

Which mineral is critical for oxygen transport in red blood cells and is commonly deficient in individuals following a vegan diet?

Accepted Answer

Iron

Answer

Iron is a key component of hemoglobin in red blood cells; heme iron from animal sources is more bioavailable than non-heme iron from plants.

Question 5

In food labeling, 'percent Daily Value' (%DV) on a Nutrition Facts panel is based on a reference diet of how many calories?

Accepted Answer

2,000 calories

Answer

The FDA bases %DV on a 2,000-calorie reference diet, though individual calorie needs vary by age, sex, and activity level.

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