CPE – Sucralose - Calorie Control Council

CPE – Sucralose

Continuing Professional Education Module and CPE Quiz

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1. Which of the following is correct in regards to the FDA use of the Estimated Daily Intake (EDI), ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake), and Highest No-Effect Level (HNEL) in the determining whether the safety evaluation should proceed?*
- a. EDI must be higher than ADI.
- b. EDI must be lower than HNEL.
- c. EDI must be lower than ADI.
- d. HNEL must be lower than the total of the EDI and ADI.
2. The process of making sucrose into sucralose requires*
- a. Replacement of 3 chlorine molecules with 3 chloride molecules
- b. Addition of 3 chloride molecules to sucrose
- c. Replacement of 3 hydroxyl groups with 3 chloride molecules
- d. Addition of water and sucralose
3. Approximately what proportion of ingested sucralose is not absorbed in the small intestine?*
- a. 15%
- b. 50%
- c. 65%
- d. 85%
4. In evaluating the safety sucralose as a potential food additive, the U.S. FDA considered the following types of evidence:*
- a. Randomized, placebo-controlled, human clinical trials
- b. Toxicity studies in animals
- d. Chemical structure of sucralose
- e. b and d
- f. c and d
5. Which of the following statements is believed to be false in regards to sucralose?*
- a. Sucralose does not appear to increase food intake or appetite
- b. Sucralose does not accumulate in body tissues
- c. Sucralose is not correlated with increased cancer risk
- d. Sucralose cannot be effective in displacing added sugars
6. In providing education regarding sucralose to parents of a child who is obese, it is important to convey that*
- a. Young children are no different than adults, therefore can consume as much sucralose as an adult
- b. Provide sugar-free versions of as many foods as possible to avoid excess energy intake
- c. Safe intake sucralose is weight-specific, therefore children should consume less sucralose than an adult
- d. The ADI is safe for adults, but not children
7. The use of sucralose information in this module for patient education might include which of the following*
- a. Helping clients interpret evidence regarding sweeteners
- b. Coaching clients and consumers on the appropriate use of sweeteners
- c. Reminding clients that replacement of nutritive sweetener calories is necessary to achieve a decrease in kcal intake and a shift in energy balance with sucralose
- d. All of the above
8. The ADI for sucralose is 5 mg/kg/day. Which of the following quantities of food reflect this level of intake for a 60 kg person?*
- a. 24 ounces of diet soda
- b. 23 packets of tabletop sweetener
- c. 25 8-oz servings of sugar free gelatin
- d. None of the above
9. Which of the following is incorrect regarding sucralose and diabetes*
- a. Sucralose is well absorbed from the small intestines and rapidly increases blood glucose levels
- b. Sucralose does not impact insulin levels
- c. Sucralose is not recognized as a carbohydrate by the body
- d. Sucralose has little or no impact on glycemic response
10. According to the conclusions of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence Analysis Library:*
- a. A fair amount of evidence suggests that sucralose may be effective in supporting weight loss if it is used to replace added sugars in the diet.
- b. Limited research in humans did not find an association between adverse effects and the intake of sucralose in the general population.
- c. Fair evidence indicates that sucralose does not affect appetite or food intake in children.
- d. Limited evidence from three controlled trials showed significant improvements in glycemic control with sucralose intake in those with diabetes.

CPE – Sucralose

CPE – Sucralose

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