The normal pH of the stomach is ____
a. very acidic
b. slightly acidic
c. neutral
d. slightly alkaline
e. strongly alkaline
a
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Type 2 diabetes occurs most frequently in:
A. newborns B. infants C. children D. adolescents E. adults
If your diet supplies more glucose than you need, the excess can be
A. stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles. B. metabolized to form ketone bodies and excreted by the kidneys. C. converted to proteins that are metabolized for energy. D. unabsorbed by the digestive tract and eliminated in bowel movements.
Which of the following has been associated with an increased risk for cancer?
A. a diet high in saturated fats and low in fruits and vegetables B. excessive caffeine consumption C. use of fluoridated water D. a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids
As a result of malnutrition, what percentage of children under 5 years of age world-wide are estimated to have stunted growth?
a. 4 b. 8 c. 12 d. 24