Author Question: The recommendation in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans that individuals drink more water ... (Read 117 times)

mckennatimberlake · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

The recommendation in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans that individuals drink more water and other low- or no-calorie beverages is based on the fact that

A. people typically do not consume enough beverages to stay hydrated.
B. many Americans consume high-calorie beverages containing added sugars that contribute to weight gain.
C. many Americans consume alcohol instead of water and therefore may be at risk for becoming intoxicated.
D. consuming high-calorie beverages may reduce food intake.

Question 2

The USDA Food Patterns list is a tool to assist people in knowing how many servings of food groups to consume. The five food groups included in the list mirror those found

A. in the MyPlate graphic.
B. on the Nutrition Facts panel.
C. in the list of foods to reduce in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.