Food And Nutrition 3rd Edition - Chapter 12 Testbank

Food Standards Australia New Zealand is the correct answer because it is the regulatory body responsible for setting food standards and ensuring the safety and quality of food in both Australia and New Zealand. It develops and administers the Food Standards Code, which outlines the requirements for food labeling, additives, contaminants, and hygiene standards. This organization works closely with government agencies, industry stakeholders, and consumers to protect public health and maintain confidence in the food supply chain.

In Australia, while fortification of foods with various nutrients is mandatory, fluoride in bottled water is not considered mandatory. This means that it is not required by law for bottled water to be fortified with fluoride in Australia.

The correct answer is "Significant ingredients originate and all production processes occur in Australia." This means that for a product to be labeled as "Product of Australia," not only should the significant ingredients used in the product come from Australia, but also all the production processes involved in making the product should take place in Australia. This ensures that the product is genuinely Australian and reflects the country's resources and manufacturing capabilities.

The Codex Alimentarius is a collection of food standards that can be utilized to facilitate international trade. It is not a food law that specifically regulates trade between Asian Pacific countries, nor is it an independent organization established to monitor the analysis of food exports. While it does play a role in international trade, it is not an umbrella organization of international trade. Therefore, the correct answer is that it is a collection of food standards which can be utilized to facilitate international trade.

According to the given food quality standards, all meat pies sold in Australian supermarkets must contain more than 25% meat. This means that the pies cannot have less than 25% meat content. The other options mentioned in the question are not accurate according to the food quality standards.

The correct answer includes all of the required information that must be declared on the nutrition information panel. This includes the declaration of protein, total fat, saturated fat, total carbohydrates, sugars, energy, and sodium. These are important components to include on the label as they provide valuable information about the nutritional content of the food product.

Under the revised ANZFA Food Standards Code, food labels will not indicate the quality of the ingredients. This means that the labels will not provide any information about the grade, freshness, or overall quality of the ingredients used in the product. The focus of the labeling requirements is on other aspects such as the percentage and relative amount of ingredients, country of origin, and directions for use and storage.

A claim that a food is low in salt would require the food to have a salt content of no more than 120mg per 100g of food. This means that the food should have a relatively low amount of salt compared to its overall weight.

The objective of the revised Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code is to develop standards which regulate individual foods. This means that the code aims to establish specific regulations and guidelines for different types of food products. The other objectives listed in the question, such as allowing wider permission for ingredients and additives, developing easier-to-understand standards, considering industry codes of practice, and facilitating harmonization between Australia and New Zealand, are all stated objectives of the revised code.

Health claims on labels in Australia are currently illegal, except for the folate health claim. This means that any other health claims, such as gluten-free or good source of omega-3 fatty acids, are not allowed on food labels in Australia.