#1
Which organization regulates food labeling guidelines in the United States?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
ExplanationFDA oversees food labeling regulations in the United States.
#2
What does the term 'DV' stand for on a food label?
Daily Value
Explanation'DV' stands for Daily Value, indicating the recommended daily intake of a nutrient.
#3
Which nutrient is required to be listed on a food label?
Sodium
ExplanationSodium is a nutrient required to be listed on a food label.
#4
What is the purpose of the 'Ingredients' list on a food label?
To list all the ingredients in descending order by weight
Explanation'Ingredients' list discloses all components in descending order of weight.
#5
Which nutrient is commonly associated with the term 'Fiber' on a food label?
Dietary Fiber
Explanation'Fiber' on a label is associated with Dietary Fiber.
#6
What is the purpose of the 'Nutrition Facts' panel on a food label?
To provide information about the nutritional content of the food product
Explanation'Nutrition Facts' panel provides nutritional information.
#7
What does the term 'Serving Size' represent on a food label?
The recommended portion for a single serving
Explanation'Serving Size' indicates the recommended portion for one serving.
#8
Which nutrient is measured in grams on a food label?
Saturated Fat
ExplanationSaturated Fat is measured in grams on a food label.
#9
What does the term 'Percent Daily Value (%DV)' indicate on a food label?
The percentage of the recommended daily intake of a nutrient
Explanation%DV indicates the percentage of daily nutrient intake provided by the food.
#10
What does the term 'Organic' on a food label indicate?
The food contains no pesticides or synthetic fertilizers
Explanation'Organic' indicates the absence of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers in the food.
#11
Which government agency mandates the inclusion of allergen information on food labels in the United States?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
ExplanationFDA mandates allergen information on food labels in the U.S.
#12
What does the term 'Net Weight' on a food label refer to?
The weight of the food without packaging
Explanation'Net Weight' indicates the food weight without packaging.
#13
Which of the following allergens must be listed separately on a food label due to regulations in many countries?
All of the above
ExplanationAllergens like milk, eggs, peanuts, and others must be separately listed on labels.
#14
Which of the following is NOT required to be included on a food label in the United States?
Vitamin D
ExplanationVitamin D is not mandatory on U.S. food labels.
#15
Which of the following claims on a food label indicates a product is 'low-fat'?
'Reduced fat'
Explanation'Reduced fat' is a claim indicating a low-fat product.
#16
What does the term 'Calories from Fat' on a food label represent?
The percentage of calories derived from fat in the food item
Explanation'Calories from Fat' indicates the percentage of calories from fat in the food.
#17
What does the term 'Partially Hydrogenated Oil' indicate on a food label?
The oil contains trans fats
Explanation'Partially Hydrogenated Oil' indicates the presence of trans fats in the oil.
#18
What is the purpose of the '% Daily Value' (%DV) on a food label?
To indicate the percentage of the daily recommended intake of a nutrient provided by one serving of the food
Explanation%DV shows the percentage of daily nutrient intake provided by one serving.
#19
Which of the following statements about food labeling regulations is true?
Food manufacturers are required to list all potential allergens in bold letters on the label.
ExplanationRegulations require listing all potential allergens in bold on food labels.
#20
What does the term 'Enriched' or 'Fortified' mean when used on a food label?
The food contains added nutrients that were lost during processing.
Explanation'Enriched' or 'Fortified' indicates added nutrients lost during processing.