One of the characteristics of a nutritious diet is that the foods provide enough of each essential ...

One of the characteristics of a nutritious diet is that the foods provide enough of each essential nutrient, fiber, and energy. This principle of diet planning is called:
 a. variety.
 b. balance.
 c. moderation.
 d. calorie control
  e. adequacy.

Q. 2

Rice is an example of a _____ food used in Southeast Asia.
 a. fortified
 b. natural
 c. staple
 d. processed
  e. functional

Q. 3

Foods that have been subjected to any process such as addition of additives, milling, or cooking are called _____ foods.
 a. processed
 b. partitioned
  c. natural
 d. enriched
 e. functional

Q. 4

The term _____ has no legal definition but is often used on food labels to imply wholesomeness.
 a. medical
 b. natural
 c. processed
  d. enriched
 e. functional

Q. 5

On a given day, a majority of our population consumes inadequate:
 a. fruits and vegetables.
  b. water.
 c. grains.
 d. meat.
 e. calories.

Q. 6

A compound that gives a plant-derived food its color and taste is called a:
 a. toxin.
 b. nutrient.
 c. supplement.
 d. phytochemical.
 e. bioactive compound.