Describe specific effects of alcohol on each of the following organs: heart, kidney, and brain
What will be an ideal response?
Heart: In heavy drinkers, raises blood pressure, blood lipids, and the risk of stroke and heart disease; when compared with those who abstain, heart disease risk is generally lower in light-to-moderate drinkers.
Kidney: Enlarges the kidneys, alters hormone functions, and increases the risk of kidney failure.
Brain: Causes neuropathy and dementia; impairs balance and memory.
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A. nonheme. B. heme. C. ferritin. D. plasma.
Which of the following statements about calcium is false?
A. Adolescents should consume adequate calcium to build strong bones. B. A person's calcium intake early in life can affect his or her bone density later. C. The calcium in dairy products is well absorbed by the body. D. After bones are formed early in life, the body has no need for calcium.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. an important predictor is being underweight. b. it is an indication that the disease process is improving. c. it foretells of the risk of death from the disease. d. no dietary factors can have an effect on its progression.