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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME IN FOOD AND NUTRITION
Term-End Examination

June, 2005

CFN-2 : YOUR FOOD AND ITS UTILISATION

Time: 3 hours
Maximum Marks: 100

Note : Answer five questions in All. Question no. 1 is compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.

1. (a) Indicate whether each of the following statements is true or false. Correct the false statements. (10)

(i) Protein content in the body is about 1/3rd the body weight.
(ii) Deficiency of vitamin C causes scurvy.
(iii) Osteoporosis is the disease of young women.
(iv) In the first year of age, a child increases by 25 cm in height.
(v) Growth spurt occurs during pregnancy as it is the period of rapid growth.
(vi) Calcium requirements Increase considerably during pregnancy.
(vii) Energy requirements are increased during lactation.
(viii) Rice and bread are high protein foods.
(ix) Guava is a rich source of vitamin A.
(x) lf birth weight of the baby is less than 2.5kg, then the baby is said to be Low Birth Weight Baby.

(b) Give the relationship between the following: (10)
(i) RDL - Reference Man
(ii) Poor Nutrition - Work performance
(iii) Growth spurt - Adolescence
(iv) Obesity - Fats and oils
(v) Electrolytes - Diarrhoea

2. (a) Why are the nutrition needs increased during pregnancy ? Elaborate on Energy and Protein. (10)

(b) Why is breast milk best for the baby? (10)

3. (a) What are the points to be considered for successful weaning ? (6)

(b) When is breast milk substitute given to the child ? Give two examples of breast milk substitutes. (6)

(c) Give two examples of weaning foods for a 8 month old infant. How will you prepare them? (8)

4. (a) Suppose you are a balwadi worker. How will you ensure that children of your village are growing properly? (10)

(b) What is dietary assessment? (2)

(c) What does it Indicate? (3)

(d) How would you do the dietary assessment of a 6 year old child. (5)

5. (a) What ae the factors which Influence the formation of good food habits? (10)

(b) Ravi is a 8 year old school boy. Plan a balanced packed lunch for him. (10)

6. (a) List the factors which influence the RDIs for adults. (10)

(b) Explain the significance of RDIs in the context of planning diets for Individuals. (10)

7. (a) A girl, 15 years of age, weighs 25 kg. What does it indicate ? Comment on her nutritional status. (10)

(b) What are the common nutritional deficiencies prevalent in our country? Give the important causes of the same. (10)

8. (a) Why should you consume more of seasonal vegetables and fruits ? (5)

(b) What are the basic five food groups? (5)

(c) How would you use the 5 food groups for planning a balanced diet for one day for adult women? (10)