Question

State whether the following statements are True or False. In case a statement is false, write the corrected statement.
(1) Dietary recommendations are given by CSIR.
(2) According to WHO, overweight is a BMI greater than or equal to 25.
(3) IPM is the food safety management system to determine significant hazards pertaining to specific products & processes.
(4) Diastolic pressure is the peak pressure in the arteries.
(5) Pesticides on fruits and vegetables are the examples of biological hazards.
(6) Type II diabetes is an autoimmune disease.
(7) Hygiene is the most important factor in order to prevent food illnesses.

Hint:

Correct knowledge of health and safety terms helps in better prevention and management of diseases.

Answer 1

1. Statement: Dietary recommendations are given by CSIR.
   Verdict: False
   Correction: In India, dietary recommendations are provided by the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
2. Statement: According to WHO, overweight is a BMI greater than or equal to 25.
   Verdict: True
3. Statement: IPM is the food safety management system to determine significant hazards pertaining to specific products & processes.
   Verdict: False
   Correction: HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is the food safety management system used to determine significant hazards for specific products and processes.
4. Statement: Diastolic pressure is the peak pressure in the arteries.
   Verdict: False
   Correction: Systolic pressure is the peak arterial pressure. Diastolic pressure is the pressure when the heart relaxes between beats.
5. Statement: Pesticides on fruits and vegetables are examples of biological hazards.
   Verdict: False
   Correction: Pesticides on fruits and vegetables are chemical hazards. Biological hazards include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
6. Statement: Type II diabetes is an autoimmune disease.
   Verdict: False
   Correction: Type I diabetes is an autoimmune disease. Type II diabetes is mainly linked to insulin resistance and lifestyle.
7. Statement: Hygiene is the most important factor in order to prevent food illnesses.
   Verdict: True