What is the primary goal of the Army Research Division in Natick, Massachusetts, concerning MREs?

To study how MREs sustain troops.

According to Dr. James McClung, what is the mission of the military nutrition division?

To understand Warfighter nutritional requirements.

To create food products that meet nutritional requirements, appeal, and shelf stability.

Chemical analysis for each vitamin, mineral, and macronutrient.

By using human volunteers who consume prototype food products with labeled nutrients while engaging in relevant activities.

7th GradeHealth40 min

I can describe the nutrients and calories of a Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) that service members need.

6 min

How an MRE is Born: Part 2 - Nutrition | Observation Post

Military Times

8 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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Each MRE snack and entree is tested to make sure it delivers the calories and nutrition needed to keep troops fighting.
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The Army Research Division in Natick, Massachusetts is dedicated to studying how MREs sustain our troops.
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To test an MRE, scientists chemically analyze each vitamin, mineral, and macronutrient to include carbohydrate, protein and fat.

12 min

7 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

5 min

“What does the Army Research Division test MREs for?”

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