Answer questions 1-10 based on the "Elly" case study information below. Elly is a 27-year-old, sedentary woman who is 5 feet tall, weighs 150 pounds, and is currently breast feeding her baby (lactating). Several months after her baby was born her health was not improving as she had expected, so she had a health assessment done. The results indicated that she is obese with fasting total blood
cholesterol of 237 mg/dl, triglycerides of 331 mg/dL, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol of 203 mg/dL, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol of 34 mg/dL, fasting blood sugar of 226 mg/dL, and resting blood pressure of 141/86 mm Hg. Dietary analysis results showed her to have a total daily Calorie intake of 2,705, Calorie need of 2,241, protein intake of 44 grams, fiber intake of 38 grams, cholesterol intake of 311 mg, and sodium intake of 3,423 mg. ? Elly is at risk for marasmus.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Population studies suggest that people whose diets lack foods rich in beta-carotene have a higher incidence of: a. macular degeneration. b. rickets
c. anemia. d. night blindness. e. osteomalacia.
All of the following are benefits of regular physical activity EXCEPT:
a. reduced risk of heart disease. b. increased abdominal fat. c. decreased risk of hypertension. d. decreased risk of osteoporosis.
Why can't people speed up their basal metabolic rate (BMR) with exercise or with supplements?
Under fasting conditions, one would expect to find large amounts of free ammonia in the bloodstream due to the breakdown of amino acids for energy.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false