Exam 2: Nutrition and Exercise: Understanding the Basics

The six nutrient classes are carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, and calories.

When was the food guidance system MyPyramid launched?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans provide information on food safety, weight management, physical activity, and general nutrition.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are based on the best possible ______ knowledge of diet and exercise.

Fats, proteins, and water are all considered

The science of food and how the body uses it in health and disease is called

The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee recommends all of the following methods for taking in the proper amounts of nutrients and calories EXCEPT