If a person does not read food labels and buys only by taste, what is the risk?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Hidden sugar, salt and fat may be high
Buying food only for taste may hide excessive sugar, sodium and saturated or trans fat. Regularly eating such products can increase total energy intake and the risk of obesity, hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. Taste cannot reveal nutrient quantity, serving size or additives. Therefore, consumers should compare the nutrition panel and ingredient list, especially for sugar, salt and fat.
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Hidden sugar, salt and fat may be high
Why is this the correct answer?
Buying food only for taste may hide excessive sugar, sodium and saturated or trans fat. Regularly eating such products can increase total energy intake and the risk of obesity, hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. Taste cannot reveal nutrient quantity, serving size or additives. Therefore, consumers should compare the nutrition panel and ingredient list, especially for sugar, salt and fat.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics. Topic: Prevention of chronic diseases.
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