The Dietary Guidelines recommend that individuals consume _____ ounces of fatty fish each week.
a. 6-8
b. 8-12
c. 6-10
d. 12-14
Q. 2The most common cause of miscarriage for women is _____.
a. a structural abnormality in the uterus
b. the presence of a severe defect in the fetus
c. maternal infection
d. an endocrine disorder
e. physical trauma to the mother
Q. 3Which of the following would be the best way to increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids?
a. Eat more fish.
b. Eat more seed oils.
c. Take supplements.
d. Eat more plants.
Q. 4What is the rate of miscarriage in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy?
a. 6
b. 7
c. 8
d. 9
e. 15
Q. 5Due to their roles in prevention of heart disease and brain development, Americans need to consume more:
a. omega-3 fatty acids.
b. omega-6 fatty acids.
c. monounsaturated fatty acids.
d. essential fatty acids.
Q. 6Healthy couples having regular, unprotected intercourse have a _____ chance of a diagnosed pregnancy within a given menstrual cycle.
a. 15-20
b. 20-25
c. 25-30
d. 30-50
e. 50-75
Q. 7Polyunsaturated fats:
a. are more abundant in plant foods than in animal products.
b. are more solid than saturated fats.
c. don't spoil as easily as saturated fats.
d. do not have any health benefits.