Essential fatty acids

What will be an ideal response?


-two polyunsaturated fatty acids are essential because the body can't make them
-alpha-linolenic acid
-linoleic acid

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The protein that forms blood clots is called _____

a. fibrin b. prothrombim c. thrombin d. fibrinogen

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Which food would be the best choice for a parent trying to increase fiber in her or his child's diet?

A. energy bar B. broccoli C. apple juice D. white rice E. soy milk

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A pregnant woman should strive to meet her DRI for _____ by increasing intakes of milk, cheese, yogurt, and other foods rich in this mineral, or by taking a 600-milligram supplement daily

a. sodium b. calcium c. iodine d. potassium e. folate

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