List any 3 potential concerns with people taking supplements containing herbal remedies
The safety and effectiveness of herbal remedies have not been rigorously tested by the FDA. An herbal remedy could be less concentrated than the claim states or could be contaminated with toxic substances that are not tested for.
Some herbal remedies can affect how medicines work in the body. For example, certain herbs can increase the anti-blood clotting effects of pain relievers.
People who take herbal remedies often do not inform their healthcare providers. Such individuals could be prescribed a drug or have surgery and experience a side-effect from the herbal remedy. This could catch the healthcare team "off guard" since they are not informed about the ingestion of the herbal remedies. See Table C14-3 for other drug-herbal remedy interactions.
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a.) reduce overconsumption of folic acid b) lose weight to attract a mate c) develop healthy sperm and egg cells d) gain weight in preparation for pregnancy
Scones
a. are the same as biscuits except that they are cut into different shapes. b. contain eggs and milk or cream and are richer than ordinary biscuits. c. contain fat, which is melted before being added to the other ingredients. d. are kneaded so that a lot of gluten development is created.
An example of a food that has a high glycemic index (GI) is:
a. a fructose-sweetened sports beverage. b. beans and legumes. c. white bread. d. unsweetened applesauce.
Which federal agency is responsible for ensuring the safety of all other foods besides meat, poultry, and eggs?
a. USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) b. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) c. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) d. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)