The measure of nutrients per calorie is known as
A) nutrient density. B) a food guidance system.
C) energy density. D) proportionality.
A
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The solute concentration in the urine is determined by measuring its _______________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
It is possible to consume too little fat
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which factor determines the hardness of a fat at a given temperature?
A) ?origin of the fat B) ?degree of saturation C) ?number of acid groups D) ?number of oxygen atoms
Devin is a 5-year-old who is a very picky eater. His doctor has measured his BMI to be in the 10th percentile for height and weight. His mother and father are both average-sized adults. Devin's mother is very concerned about Devin's picky nutritional behavior. Devin has recently not been eating his normal volume of food and he has only been eating a few of his favorite foods. Despite his small
body type Devin is very physically inactive and spends most of his free time watching cartoons or playing on the computer. Devin's father feels comfortable with Devin's current level of physical activity because he is underweight; however, Devin's mother feels that he needs to be getting more exercise to help develop good lifestyle habits for the future. Answer the following question(s) to help Devin's parents learn more about childhood nutrition and fitness guidelines. What should Devin's parents do to get him to eat more healthy food? A) Bribe him with dessert B) Provide him with healthy food options C) Provide him with whatever he wants to eat D) Punish him for not finishing his meals and snacks