Life span refers to
A. the delay of the onset of disabilities caused by chronic disease.
B. the average length of life for a cohort of people born in a specific year.
C. the promotion of longevity through healthful lifestyle changes.
D. the maximum number of years that humans live.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In the body, the capacity to do the work of digesting and absorbing a meal, contracting heart muscles, fueling the heartbeat, and creating new body cells is referred to as
A) energy. B) non-essential nutrients. C) nutrients. D) essential nutrients.
One of the characteristics of a nutritious diet is that the foods provide enough of each essential nutrient, fiber, and energy. This principle of diet planning is called: a. variety
b. balance. c. moderation. d. calorie control e. adequacy.
In weight control and weight loss, the individual must be aware that "spot reducing" ____
a. requires special exercises b. works best with food reduction c. is not possible d. works best with exercise and fasting e. works best if vitamin supplements are also taken