The success of the DASH diet in helping to control blood pressure results from which of the following characteristics?
a. Decreased alcohol intake.
b. Decreased sodium intake.
c. Increased intake of fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy.
d. Decreased calorie intake to promote weight loss.
c
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The small red blood cells that characterize microcytic anemia cannot transport adequate oxygen or allow for enough:
A) enzymes to be produced. B) production of growth hormones. C) transfer of electrons to produce energy. D) plasma to be produced.
Food additives used in the U.S. are strictly controlled and pose little cause for concern
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Women who breastfeed have higher risks of breast cancer before they reach menopause than women who feed their babies formula. B. Breastfeeding is more economical than formula feeding. C. Formula feeding is more convenient and less costly than breastfeeding. D. Women who feed their babies formula tend to lose the extra body fat gained during pregnancy faster than women who breastfeed.
What is the most accurate method to determine a patient's kcalorie needs?
a. Harris-Benedict equation b. Mifflin-St. Jeor equation c. Indirect calorimetry d. Bomb calorimeter