The number of Americans suffering from chronic diseases is
staggering. What aspects of nutrition mentioned in Chapter
1 suggest that good nutrition can reduce the risk of chronic
diseases?
Nutrition and nutrients impact many areas of life including
immunology, physiology, and psychology and therefore can
influence all aspects of human well-being.
• Phytonutrients and zoonutrients are compounds that
provide health benefits and promote health and well
being.
• Dietary fiber can reduce risk of heart disease and type 2
diabetes. Proteins support immune function. Lipids are
vital to every cell in the body.
• Some vitamins are antioxidants that help protect cells
from damage.
• Obesity is a major risk factor for many chronic diseases.
Good nutritional habits can help prevent obesity and can
therefore reduce the risk of chronic disease.
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Athletes can safely add muscle tissue by
a. tripling protein intake. b. taking hormones duplicating those of puberty. c. putting a demand on muscles repeatedly by making them work harder. d. relying on protein for muscle fuel and decreasing intake of carbohydrates. e. exercising to exhaustion and then relying on electrical stimulation for further muscle building.
It is legal to make false claims on TV and the Internet, but it is illegal to:
a. put misleading information in a tabloid. b. make false claims in a newspaper article. c. put misleading information on a product label. d. promote a product that does not work on the radio.
Why are some of the symptoms of type 1 diabetes and type 2
diabetes similar?
Which food should someone on an MAOI not eat?
a. cottage cheese b. herbal tea c. pepperoni d. butter