Compare and contrast the metabolism of alcohol in men versus women
What will be an ideal response?
The stomach begins to break down alcohol with its alcohol dehydrogenase enzyme. Women produce less of this stomach enzyme than men; consequently, more alcohol reaches the intestine for absorption into the bloodstream. As a result, women absorb more alcohol than men of the same size who drink the same amount of alcohol. Consequently, they are more likely to become more intoxicated on less alcohol than men. Such differences between men and women help explain why women have a lower alcohol tolerance and a lower guideline for moderate intake.
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A. is high in fat. B. has more calories than ice cream. C. contains no live yogurt cultures. D. All of these are correct.
Which is considered a congenital cause of obesity?
A. Cushing's syndrome B. adrenal hyperplasia C. Prader–Willi syndrome D. Goldenhar syndrome E. polycystic ovary syndrome
For the client who has reduced salivary secretions, the approach that is most likely to be helpful is:
a. using tube feeding. b. serving a clear liquid diet. c. blending food into a semiliquid form. d. having the client drink water with meals.
According to the NIH, approximately one in twelve African Americans and one in 100 Asians are carriers of the mutated gene that causes sickle-cell anemia
Indicate whether the statement is true or false