With a folate deficiency, the ________ .
a. sensitivity to insulin increases
b. the skin develops a rash or hives
c. homocysteine levels decrease
d. production of red blood cells falters
e. the heart enlarges and heart failure may occur
Ans: d. production of red blood cells falters
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a. 54 g. b. 72 g. c. 90 g. d. 108 g.
Which of the following homemade foods should never be tasted before boiling it for at least 10 minutes?
A. Peeled, white potatoes B. Freshly-squeezed lemon juice C. Tomato sauce D. Canned corn
An example of a protein modular supplement is:
a. Polycose. b. MCT. c. ProMod. d. dry milk powder.
Child with Cystic Fibrosis: Julia Franklin is a 6-year-old child who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at age 2 . She has a poor appetite, and her height and weight are below normal for her age. Her parents have been instructed to feed her a
high-calorie, high-protein, high-fat diet with extra salt and to provide snacks between all meals. She takes supplemental enzymes each time she eats. She experiences frequent respiratory infections, and has had numerous hospitalizations for cystic fibrosis exacerbation since her diagnosis.If Julia cannot swallow the supplemental enzymes, suggest ways her parents might provide the enzymes to her.