Question

under the current law on nutrition labeling, a food manufacturer must provide nutrition facts label listing:
○ more realistic ving sizes
○ total calories from fat
○ percent of daily values
○ all of the above

question 8
1 pts
which of the following represents a rationale for setting the recommendation for energy?
○ because protein is an energy nutrient, the figures for energy intake are set in proportion to protein intake.
○ becasue a large number of people are overweight, the figures are set to induce a gradual weight loss in most individuals.
○ because the energy needs within each population group show little variation, the figures are set to meet the needs of almost all individuals.
○ because a margin of safety would result in excess energy intake for a large number of people, the figures are set at the average energy intake.

Explanation:

First Question (Nutrition Labeling)

Under current nutrition labeling laws, Nutrition Facts Labels include more realistic serving sizes (to reflect actual consumption), total calories from fat (to show fat - derived calorie content), and percent of Daily Values (to help consumers understand nutrient contribution to daily needs). So all these are included.

• Option 1: Energy intake recommendations aren't set proportionally to protein intake. Energy needs are based on factors like age, activity, etc., not just protein.
• Option 2: Energy recommendations aren't set to induce weight loss. They aim to meet energy needs for maintenance, growth, etc.
• Option 3: Energy needs within a population group vary (e.g., due to activity levels, body composition), so this is incorrect.
• Option 4: A margin of safety for energy would lead to excess intake (since excess energy is stored as fat). So energy recommendations are set at the average energy intake to avoid this.

Answer:

D. all of the above

Question 8 (Energy Recommendation Rationale)