Intake of saturated fats stimulates cholesterol synthesis in the liver and may therefore increase
blood cholesterol levels.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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What is the sodium-potassium pump?
a. A cell membrane protein that uses energy to pump sodium into the cell b. A cell membrane protein that uses energy to pump sodium out of the cell c. A mechanism present throughout interstitial fluid for draining sodium from the circulation d. A mechanism present in the kidneys that exchanges sodium with lactic acid in order to regulate organic acid concentration e. A mechanism present in the stomach and small intestine wall that facilitates the absorption of minerals.
Eve is a stay-at-home mom who generally prepares most of the meals for her household. Even though she always prepares meals that offer enough Calories and nutrients for her family of four, she often tends to make the same meals. Which characteristic of a healthy diet is Eve not incorporating into her meal planning?
A. adequacy B. balance C. moderation D. variety
Youth with BMI values greater than the 85th but lower than the 95th percentile are considered _____
a. underweight b. normal weight c. overweight d. obese e. morbidly obese
Glycogen is stored in the body for future use. If it is drawn upon, it will: a. be readily available because it is stored in unlimited amounts in the muscles. b. be depleted from the liver after several days
c. provide energy for cell activities during extended between-meal intervals. d. be replaced easily by carbohydrate eaten once a day. e. provide fat for oxidation when glucose is unavailable.