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Explain what a "nutrient dense" food is:

A food with little calories, and high nutrients 

100
How often are the Dietary Guidelines revised?

Every 5 Years

100

Name one key reason people choose to become vegetarian ?

Health 

Environmental

Animal Welfare

Religion 

Ethics

100

What is the key food/mineral individuals should reduce to avoid high blood pressure or heart disease?

Sodium/Salt

100

Where did Ms. Stremkowski go to college?

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point (UWSP)

200

Name one of the 6 essential nutrients:

Carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, fats, proteins, water

200

Who are the dietary guidelines designed for?

All individuals 

200

What fraction of all Americans are overweight or obese?

1/3, 2/3, 1/4, 3/4

2/3

200

What is the leading cause of death in the United States?

Heart Disease 

200

What is both Ms. Stremkowski's sister's names?

Hanna and Harlow

300

Name the 5 Food groups of MyPlate:

Fruits, grains, vegetables, protein, dairy

300

80% of people have dietary patterns low in three food groups- name at least two of them:

Vegetables, fruits and dairy 
300

What is the most concentrated source of energy? 

Fat

300
How many major food allergens are there in the US?

Nine 

Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame 

300

What is Ms.Stremkowskis job in the Army?

Field Artillery Officer
400

What is the last food group that is NOT on the MyPlate model, but people commonly address?

Fats and/or oils

400

Name one of the Dietary Guidelines:

1.Healthy eating pattern across the lifespan

2.Varity, nutrient density and amount

3.Limit calories from added sugars, saturated fats and reduce sodium intake

4.Shift to healthier food and beverage choices 

5.Support healthy eating patterns for all

400

What percent of the U.S. population was identified as vegetarian?

3%, 9%, 12%, 17%, 23%, 25%, 32%

3%

400

What is another name (common name) for hypertension?

High Blood Pressure 

400

What College is Ms. Stremkowski going to right now?

UWSP and UW-Stout

500

What is the main driver behind purchasing foods and beverages?

Taste

500

What is the one food group nearly every individual meets the recommended amount of - even though we often supplement our diet with it?

Protein

500

More than what percent of people age 65 or older have ONE OR MORE chronic conditions?

47%, 50%, 64%, 67%, 70%, 73%, 80%, 84%,90%

80%

500

What is the food component that raises blood glucose levels in people with diabetes?

Carbohydrates

500

What is Ms. Stremkowski's dogs name?

Melly