Public programs such as WIC and SNAP, dietary guidelines, behavior change theories, motivational interviewing, research methods and professional practice.
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- What does WIC stand for?
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Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children
- Which federal agency administers WIC?
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USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
- What income threshold is commonly used for WIC eligibility?
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At or below 185% of the federal poverty level
- Up to what age are children eligible for WIC?
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Up to their 5th birthday
- Besides infants and children, what other group does WIC serve?
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Pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding women
- Besides meeting income limits, what else must a WIC applicant have to qualify?
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A documented nutrition or medical risk, such as anemia or underweight
- What does SNAP stand for?
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
- What was SNAP formerly called?
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The Food Stamp Program
- What kind of card is used to access SNAP benefits?
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An Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card
- Which federal agency oversees SNAP?
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USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
- What type of federal program matches SNAP dollars spent on fruits and vegetables with extra funds?
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A nutrition incentive program, such as GusNIP
- How often are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans updated?
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Every 5 years
- Which two federal departments jointly publish the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
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USDA and HHS
- What visual tool communicates the Dietary Guidelines' food group recommendations to the public?
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MyPlate
- Added sugars should make up less than ____ of total daily calories, per the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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10%