In general, there are four types of external forces that influence our eating habits: {Ans: sensory, cognitive, environmental, health status}percentage of calories that should come from carbohydrates {Ans: 45-65%}nutrient-dense foods {Ans: foods containing high amounts of vitamins and minerals that our bodies use as fuel}These are known as the ABCDE's of nutritional assessment. {Ans: - Anthropometric assessment: measurements of body composition, including weight, height, skin fold measurements, and body circumference - Biochemical assessment: measurement of nutrients in the blood, urine, and feces - Clinical assessment: physical examination evaluating the general appearance of the skin, eyes, tongue, teeth, and throat; blood pressure and mobility are also often checked - Dietary assessment: evaluation an individual's dietary intake to determine if there are any deficiencies or other problematic areas - Environmental assessment: review of the person's living conditions as well as their background history, which includes medical history, medication review, social history (marital status, living conditions), level of education, and economic status}Health Claim {Ans: These claims are closely regulated by the FDA. In order for a health claim to be made, there must be significant scientific evidence that links the food (nutrient in the food) with a reduced