One of the First Nutritional Surveys Taken Before World War

question 24

Multiple Choice

One of the first nutritional surveys taken before World War II suggested:

• A)at least 90% of the population had adequate nutritional intakes.
• B)75% of the population needed to change their eating habits.
• C)less than 5% of the population were eating appropriately.
• D)up to one-third of the population might be eating poorly.

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Definitions:

Kwashiorkor

A malnutrition disease in children caused by deprivation of protein and calories and characterized by lethargy, bloating, and swelling of the stomach.

Muscular Dystrophy

A group of genetic disorders characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles over time.

Adult Weight

The body weight of an individual after fully completing physical growth, typically measured during adulthood.

Brain

The organ located in the head of humans and other animals that is the center of the nervous system, responsible for interpreting sensory inputs, coordinating involuntary and voluntary movements, and facilitating cognitive processes.