What is the largest and most varied group of phytochemical compounds found in food?

a. Isothiocynate
b. Isoflavones
c. Flavonoids
d. Carotenoids


Ans: c. Flavonoids

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a. The patient requires a solution with low osmolarity. b. The patient needs nutrition support for less than two weeks c. The patient has various access sites available in the arms and legs. d. The patient has low nutrient needs. e. The patient is on fluid restriction.

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Cancer of the lung and bronchus remains the number one killer in both men and women.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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According to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) which of the following sports have the highest number of female athletes with eating disorders?

a. Cross-country, gymnastics, swimming, and track and field b. Cross-country, soccer, swimming, and track and field c. Cross-country, gymnastics, field hockey, and track and field d. Basketball, gymnastics, swimming, and track and field

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Essential features of anorexia nervosa include which of the following?

a. Constipation and infertility. b. Anemia and refusal to maintain body weight at or above 85% of normal weight. c. Low bone density and thick facial hair. d. Lack of menstrual cycle and intense fear of gaining weight.

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