Dietary Planning & Nutritional Guidelines Flashcards
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A client asks about the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber. Which health benefit is most specifically associated with soluble fiber?
Answer: Lowering LDL cholesterol levels
Soluble fiber forms a gel in the digestive tract that binds to cholesterol-containing bile acids and helps lower LDL cholesterol levels.
Which of the following best describes the role of a Nutrition Facts label's '% Daily Value' (%DV)?
Answer: It indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a 2,000-calorie daily diet
The %DV on Nutrition Facts labels indicates what percentage of the recommended daily amount for each nutrient is provided per serving, based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet.
A client wants to follow a plant-based diet while maintaining adequate iron intake. Which strategy best enhances non-heme iron absorption?
Answer: Pairing iron-rich plant foods with vitamin C sources
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) converts non-heme iron to its more absorbable ferrous form and significantly enhances iron absorption from plant foods.
What is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for dietary fat in adults?
Answer: 20–35% of total calories
The AMDR for fat in adults is 20–35% of total calories, providing flexibility while reducing chronic disease risk.
A nutrition coach is designing a meal plan for an athlete with a heavy training schedule. Which strategy best supports glycogen replenishment after intense exercise?
Answer: Eating a high-carbohydrate meal or snack within 30–60 minutes post-exercise
Consuming carbohydrates within 30–60 minutes post-exercise takes advantage of elevated muscle sensitivity to insulin, maximizing glycogen resynthesis.
Which food labeling claim is regulated by the FDA and indicates that a food contains 140 mg or less of sodium per serving?
Answer: Low sodium
The FDA defines 'low sodium' as containing 140 mg or less of sodium per serving, helping consumers identify foods appropriate for sodium-restricted diets.
When advising a pregnant client on dietary planning, which nutrient is most critical in early pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects?
Answer: Folate
Adequate folate (folic acid) intake before conception and in early pregnancy is essential to prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida.