Direct food additives are those that are added to a food for a specific purpose in that food. For example, xanthan gum -- used in salad dressings, chocolate milk, bakery fillings, puddings and other foods to add texture -- is a direct additive. Most direct additives are identified on the ingredient label of foods.
Physical ability tests measure the physical ability to perform a particular task or the strength of specific muscle groups, as well as strength and stamina in general; Sample job tasks (e.g., performance tests, simulations, work samples, and realistic job previews) assess performance and aptitude on particular tasks;
âWe do an exam and come up with a problem list and a plan,â says Scott Euype, DPT, a physical therapist at the Cleveland Clinic. That exam will include strength tests to determine if your muscles are working at normal capacity, as well as an evaluation of your range of motion and your balance.