What Is the Purpose of Using Dietary Folate Equivalents to Report

question 92

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using dietary folate equivalents to report folate intake from all sources?

• A)To account for the fact that naturally-occurring folate is more bioavailable that synthetic folic acid.
• B)To account for the fact that synthetic folic acid is more bioavailable that naturally-occurring folate.
• C)To account for the fact that synthetic folic acid is more bioavailable from supplements than fortified food.
• D)To account for the fact that fortified foods contain only the synthetic folic acid.

---

Definitions:

Problem Recognition

The initial step in the consumer decision-making process where the consumer identifies a need or problem requiring a solution.

Alternative Evaluation

The process consumers go through to assess the benefits and drawbacks of different options before making a purchase decision.

Information Search

The process consumers engage in by looking for data about products or services to make an informed purchasing decision.

Government Agencies

Entities established by a government to implement legislation, administer regulations, and provide services in a specific area.