Question

Which of the following explains why Dietary Guidelines were created?

A.To offer recommended balances of calorie intake and exercise
B.to reduce a person's chance of contracting diet-related diseases
C.to outline dietary recommendations based on USDA nutrition research
D.to serve as a handbook for overweight and obese people to lose weight

Answer 1

a) to offer recommended balances of calorie intake and exercise

Answer 2

Answer: to reduce a person’s chance of contracting diet-related diseases

Explanation: The Dietary Guidelines were created for Americans ages two and over and contain recommendations for healthier living. When followed, these recommendations can reduce a person’s chance of contracting overweight- and diet-related diseases.