NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
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Question
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Which of the following is not required to be a part of a nutrition facts label?
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Vitamin A
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Calcium
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Vitamin D
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Saturated Fat
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Nutrition Facts label must list total fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, total sugars, added sugars, protein, and certain vitamins and minerals.
Detailed explanation-2: -The lists of nutrients that are required or permitted on the label have been updated. Vitamin D and potassium are now required on the label because Americans do not always get the recommended amounts. Vitamins A and C are no longer required since deficiencies of these vitamins are rare today.
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