Biology ยท General Awareness

Human Health and Nutrition

1,248 Questions

Human Health and Nutrition focuses on dietary requirements, daily intake recommendations, and the physiological effects of various nutrients. It includes topics such as water consumption, fiber intake, and allergies. These questions are vital for the biology and general science sections of multiple competitive exams.

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Human Health and Nutrition Questions

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for adults aged 50 and above?

  1. 1,000 mg

  2. 1,200 mg

  3. 1,500 mg

  4. 2,000 mg
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Adults aged 50 and above are recommended to consume 1,200 mg of calcium daily to maintain bone health.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin D for adults aged 50 and above?

  1. 400 IU

  2. 600 IU

  3. 800 IU

  4. 1,000 IU
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Adults aged 50 and above are recommended to consume 600 IU of vitamin D daily to maintain bone health.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily intake of essential fatty acids?

  1. 2-3 grams

  2. 5-6 grams

  3. 8-10 grams

  4. 12-15 grams
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The recommended daily intake of essential fatty acids is around 2-3 grams, with a balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended amount of weight gain for women during pregnancy?

  1. 25-35 pounds

  2. 30-40 pounds

  3. 35-45 pounds

  4. 40-50 pounds

  5. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The recommended amount of weight gain for women during pregnancy is 25-35 pounds.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables per day for children and adolescents aged 2-18 years?

  1. 1-2 servings

  2. 2-3 servings

  3. 3-4 servings

  4. 4-5 servings
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The AAP recommends that children and adolescents aged 2-18 years should consume 4-5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended amount of added sugar per day for children and adolescents aged 2-18 years?

  1. Less than 6 teaspoons

  2. Less than 9 teaspoons

  3. Less than 12 teaspoons

  4. Less than 15 teaspoons
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The AAP recommends that children and adolescents aged 2-18 years should consume less than 6 teaspoons of added sugar per day.

Multiple choice

What is the maximum permissible dose of radiation allowed for food irradiation in India?

  1. 10 kGy

  2. 20 kGy

  3. 30 kGy

  4. 40 kGy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In India, the maximum permissible dose of radiation allowed for food irradiation is 10 kGy (kiloGray), as specified by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

Multiple choice

What is the recommended maximum absorbed dose for spices and herbs in India?

  1. 10 kGy

  2. 15 kGy

  3. 20 kGy

  4. 25 kGy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The recommended maximum absorbed dose for spices and herbs in India is 10 kGy, as per the regulations set by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

Multiple choice

What is the recommended maximum absorbed dose for meat and poultry products in India?

  1. 7 kGy

  2. 10 kGy

  3. 15 kGy

  4. 20 kGy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The recommended maximum absorbed dose for meat and poultry products in India is 7 kGy, as per the regulations set by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

Multiple choice

What is the recommended maximum absorbed dose for fruits and vegetables in India?

  1. 1 kGy

  2. 2 kGy

  3. 3 kGy

  4. 4 kGy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The recommended maximum absorbed dose for fruits and vegetables in India is 1 kGy, as per the regulations set by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

Multiple choice

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), what is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables to reduce the risk of NCDs?

  1. 2 servings

  2. 4 servings

  3. 5 servings

  4. 7 servings
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The WHO recommends consuming at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day to reduce the risk of NCDs. This is equivalent to approximately 400 grams of fruits and vegetables.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily limit for added sugar intake to reduce the risk of NCDs?

  1. 6 teaspoons

  2. 9 teaspoons

  3. 12 teaspoons

  4. 15 teaspoons
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The WHO recommends limiting added sugar intake to no more than 6 teaspoons per day for adults. This is equivalent to approximately 25 grams of added sugar.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily intake of sodium to reduce the risk of NCDs?

  1. 2,000 milligrams

  2. 2,300 milligrams

  3. 2,600 milligrams

  4. 3,000 milligrams
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The WHO recommends limiting sodium intake to no more than 2,000 milligrams per day for adults. This is equivalent to approximately 1 teaspoon of salt.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily intake of dietary fiber to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases?

  1. 25 grams

  2. 30 grams

  3. 35 grams

  4. 40 grams
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The recommended daily intake of dietary fiber for adults is 30 grams per day. Dietary fiber can help reduce the risk of NCDs such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer.

Multiple choice

What is the recommended daily intake of saturated fat to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases?

  1. Less than 10% of total calories

  2. Less than 15% of total calories

  3. Less than 20% of total calories

  4. Less than 25% of total calories
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The WHO recommends limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of total calories per day to reduce the risk of NCDs. Saturated fat is found in animal products and some plant-based oils.