Dietary Goals

Question 1

What should saturated fats contribute to total energy intake?

Answer 1

No more than 10 per cent

This recommendation is part of the dietary goals set by various Expert Committees of WHO.

Question 2

What should be substituted for the remaining fat requirement?

Answer 2

Unsaturated vegetable oils

This is part of the dietary goals for a prudent diet.

Question 3

What type of carbohydrate should be avoided?

Answer 3

Excessive consumption of refined carbohydrate

A moderate amount of carbohydrate rich in natural fibre is recommended.

Question 4

What should sources rich in energy such as fats and alcohol be?

Answer 4

Restricted

This is to help manage overall energy intake.

Question 5

What is the recommended average salt intake per day?

Answer 5

Not more than 5 g.

In tropical countries, salt intake averages 15 g. per day.

Question 6

What percentage of daily intake should protein account for?

Answer 6

Approximately 10-15 per cent

This aligns with dietary goals for balanced nutrition.

Question 7

What types of foods should be reduced according to dietary goals?

Answer 7

Junk foods such as colas, ketchups, and other foods that supply empty calories

These foods do not provide essential nutrients.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: Dietary fat should be limited to approximately _____ of total daily intake.

Answer 8

[15-30 per cent]

Question 9

What factors may necessitate adapting dietary recommendations?

Answer 9

Special needs such as growth, pregnancy, lactation, physical activity, and medical disorders

Examples include diabetes.