(a) State what is meant by the following terms: (i) dietary reference values [2] (ii) recommended daily amount [2] (b) Explain why dietary reference values ...
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(a) State what is meant by the following terms:
(i) dietary reference values [2]
(ii) recommended daily amount [2]
(b) Explain why dietary reference values are useful when planning meals for a family. [3]
Answer Details
(a)(i) Define 'dietary reference values'. [2]
- Dietary reference values (DRVs) are a set of guidelines (1) that show the amounts of energy and nutrients needed by different groups of people (1).
(a)(ii) Define 'recommended daily amount'. [2]
- The recommended daily amount (RDA) is the amount of a nutrient (1) that is sufficient to meet the needs of most people in a particular group (1).
(b) Explain why DRVs are useful when planning meals. [3]
One mark for each valid point (max 3):
- DRVs help to work out how much of each nutrient different family members need (1)
- They take into account differences in age, sex and activity level (1)
- They help to make sure that meals provide the right balance of nutrients for each person (1)
- They can be used to check whether a planned menu meets the nutritional needs of the family (1)
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