I’ll provide a short guide for each separately.
41. Percent Daily Value (%DV) on a food label is based on a:
A) 1,500 kcal diet
B) 2,000 kcal diet*
C) 2,500 kcal diet
D) 3,000 kcal diet
42. “Low sodium” on a label means:
A) Zero sodium
B) Less than 140 mg per serving*
C) Less than 500 mg per serving
D) Less than 1 g per serving
43. The WHO recommends limiting added sugar to less than ___ of total energy intake.
A) 5% (strongly recommended) / 10% (upper limit)*
B) 15%
C) 20%
D) 25%
44. Food fortification with folic acid has reduced the incidence of:
A) Goiter
B) Neural tube defects*
C) Rickets
D) Scurvy
45. MyPlate (USDA) divides the plate into which proportions for fruits and vegetables?
A) 1/4 fruit, 1/4 vegetable
B) 1/3 fruit, 1/3 vegetable
C) Half plate fruits and vegetables combined*
D) 3/4 vegetables
Here are some sample multiple-choice questions on nutrition: mcpx 1.0.bin file downloadmcq on nutrition
Question 1: What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
Answer: B) To provide energy
Question 2: Which vitamin is crucial for blood clotting?
Answer: D) Vitamin K
Question 3: What is the recommended daily intake of water for an average adult?
Answer: D) At least 8-10 glasses
Question 4: Which of the following is a source of omega-3 fatty acids?
Answer: C) Fish oil
Question 5: What is the role of fiber in the diet?
Answer: C) To aid in digestion and prevent constipation
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31. The first recommended food for most infants (besides breastmilk/formula) is:
A) Honey
B) Iron-fortified cereal
C) Cow's milk
D) Eggs
✅ Answer: B (honey is avoided under 1 year due to botulism risk). mcpx 1
32. During pregnancy, increased needs for _______ help prevent neural tube defects.
A) Iron
B) Folate
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin K
✅ Answer: B
33. Older adults often need additional _______ to prevent osteoporosis.
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin D and calcium
C) Magnesium
D) Zinc
✅ Answer: B
34. Which population group requires the highest protein intake per kg body weight?
A) Sedentary office workers
B) Endurance athletes
C) Infants and young children
D) Elderly with kidney disease
✅ Answer: C (for growth) followed by athletes.
16. Where does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?
A) Stomach
B) Small intestine
C) Large intestine
D) Mouth
✅ Answer: B
17. Which enzyme begins starch digestion in the mouth?
A) Pepsin
B) Amylase
C) Lipase
D) Trypsin
✅ Answer: B
18. Bile is produced by the _______ and stored in the _______.
A) Pancreas; gallbladder
B) Liver; gallbladder
C) Gallbladder; liver
D) Stomach; pancreas
✅ Answer: B I’ll provide a short guide for each separately
19. Glycemic index (GI) measures:
A) Fat content of a food
B) How quickly a carbohydrate raises blood glucose
C) Protein quality
D) Vitamin density
✅ Answer: B
20. Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is:
A) Energy used during exercise
B) Calories burned at rest to maintain vital functions
C) Total daily energy expenditure
D) Calories lost in feces
✅ Answer: B