The FDA has approved health claims on food labels for all of the following conditions except: _____.
a. osteoporosis
b. heart disease
c. tooth decay
d. arthritis
e. all of the above are approved health claims
Question 2
KL is a 72-year-old African American female living in a long-term care facility close to the Canadian border. She has a history of RA, which was well controlled until recently. She reports taking calcium supplements and eating lots of cheese. She presents to the hospital with a hip fracture following a fall. Height: 5'8 Weight: 210 pounds What is the best practical advice to give KL to help prevent future fractures?
a. supplement with vitamin D
b. move to a sunny climate
c. take more calcium
d. lose significant weight
e. supplement with glucosamine / chondroitin
Selected Drug–Food and Drug–Herbal Interactions
The Food Label Provides Valuable Consumer Information Manufacturers must adhere to strict labeling
Soup’s On! Nutrient claims on the food label must meet strict FDA criteria
Functions of Vitamin D Vitamin D Helps Bone Health by Regulating Calcium and Phosphorus
Classical Conditioning and Food
Old Age and Health