Test Session 1

Nutrition is the study of the effects of nutritional health supplements on the body.

Which of the following is an exogenous factor that may impact on nutrition?

Which of the following factors do NOT necessarily influence nutrient intake requirements?

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Food Groups (in the current model)?

The Healthy Eating Pyramid is the current Australian model for dietary guidelines

Certain types of fats and oils are an essential part of the diet

The recommended minimum number of servings of vegetables per day under current Australian guidelines is:

The recommended minimum number of servings of fruit per day under current Australian guidelines is:

The recommended minimum number of servings of grains and cereals per day under current Australian guidelines is:

The recommended minimum number of servings of protein-rich foods per day under current Australian guidelines is:

The recommended minimum number of servings of milk or milk alternatives per day under current Australian guidelines is:

What does the acronym RDI stand for?

Which of the following is NOT a reference point in the Australian Nutrient Reference Values?

Which of the following is NOT a reference point in the Australian Nutrient Reference Values?

Which component of the RDI is used to assess adequate intakes of nutrients in populations?

The maximum level for daily intake of a specific nutrient is called the:

Energy needs for a group of individuals cannot be accurately estimated because it depends on energy expenditure.

In Australia, which of the following information is NOT a requirement on food labels?

Current food labeling regulations (Australian) are of no benefit to individuals with food allergies as companies are NOT required to put this information on food

Which of the following statements would be allowed to appear on a food label (in Australia)?

In Australia, if a food product states that it has 25% less fat than regular products in the same category then it can claim to be:

In Australia, the ‘sugar’ component on the Nutrition Panel of food labels only refers to added sugars

Which of the following does NOT fit within the basic plan to achieve heath promotion and disease prevention?

Which of the following is NOT considered a ‘red flag’ for poor nutrition advice?