A side effect of chronic inflammation is that it damages lipids, cells, and tissues
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Water and small lipids cross into the intestines freely; therefore, they are absorbed by ________.
a. simple diffusion b. complex diffusion c. facilitated transport d. active transport e. endocytosis
Atherosclerosis in the leg can result in _______________ and possibly the tissue death associated with gangrene and even loss of a limb.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
You are at a nice restaurant and would like to order seafood for dinner; however, you are breastfeeding. Which of the following would have the lowest amount of mercury and be safest for you to eat?
a. Calamari b. Swordfish c. Shark d. Tuna e. King mackerel
Susan is a 15-year-old who likes fruits, some vegetables, and breads (whole-grain and enriched) but refuses to consume milk, seafood, and eggs. A recent doctor visit revealed normal hemoglobin and plasma ferritin levels. What would you advise?
a. A folate supplement (400 micrograms/day) b. A vitamin D supplement (400 IU/day) c. An iron supplement (10 mg/day) d. No changes in nutrient intake