Intake of which substance is associated with atrial fibrillation, a dangerous form of irregular heartbeat?
a. omega-3 acid
b. monounsaturated fat
c. polyunsaturated fat
d. palmitic acid
e. stearic acid
d
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On average, a healthy adult can metabolize the equivalent of how many drinks per hour?
A) one B) two C) three D) four
The weight loss medication orlistat (Alli) ________.
A. reduces the rate at which glucose enters cells B. increases the metabolic rate by stimulating the release of certain hormones C. increases the amount of energy the body expends by NEAT D. reduces the amount of fat absorbed by the digestive tract
As compared to agricultural variety, monoculture farming
A) decreases a region's vulnerability to food shortages during heat waves, droughts, and floods. B) requires a heavier application of fertilizers. C) is better able to provide a range of nutrients, phytochemicals, and types of dietary fiber. D) requires a lighter application of pesticides.
If a 110-lb nursing woman (50 kg) wants to drink alcohol, how many cans of beer (15 g alcohol/12 oz) can this woman drink and stay within the Institute of Medicine's alcohol recommendations?
a. 0 b. 1 c. 2 d. 3