What is the potential etiology(ies) of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? Does the research indicate that there are any genetic contributions to this condition?
What will be an ideal response?
• Potential etiologies: obesity, insulin resistance (T2DM), cystic fibrosis, metabolic syndrome, parenteral nutrition, medications (e.g. amiodarone, tamoxifen, corticosteroids), pancreatic-duodenal resection, hypopituitarism, hypogonadism, hypothyroidism ,and iatrogenic contributions
• Genetic contributions: cystic fibrosis, patatin-like phospholipase 3 gene (associated with inflammation)
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The U.S. government funds several nutrition assistance programs that provide food to reduce the risk of malnutrition. Which of the following programs is the largest?
a. National School Lunch Program b. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) c. Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) d. Meals on Wheels
What is commonly chewed at the end of the meal in India to aid in digestion and freshen the breath?
a. paan b. khichri c. cholay d. dalia e. pachadi
Which is true about herbs?
A. Herbal supplements are more effective than medicines. B. Herbal supplements are as rigorously tested as prescription medications in the U.S. C. There have been no cases of adverse effects of using herbal supplements. D. There is little regulation regarding herbal supplements in the U.S. E. All of these responses are true.
All fat-free foods are generally healthy for you.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)