____ is essential for the synthesis of bile, sex hormones, cortisone, and vitamin D

A) Polyunsaturated fat
B) Cholesterol
C) Calcium
D) Hydrogenated fat


B

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a. the rate of fat breakdown is higher in women than in men. b. fat storage in adipose as well as muscle tissue is regulated by sex-specific hormones. c. lipoprotein lipase enzyme activity is regulated by a gene that responds to weight loss. d. fat storage in men develops primarily across the abdomen whereas in women it is found chiefly around the hips and thighs

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Using the ACSM standards for intensity of exercise as 50-85 percent of the heart rate reserve (HRR), calculate the target range for a 30-year-old who has a resting heart rate of 70 and a predicted maximal heart rate of 190.

A. 82-134 B. 122-182 C. 130-172 D. 110-160

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Michael has a primary deficiency of iron due to inadequate intake of foods containing the nutrient. Which assessment method would most likely reveal changes related to Michael's primary iron deficiency??

A) ?anthropometric measurements B) ?laboratory tests C) ?diet history D) ?physical examination

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Which of the following is an example of an unrefined food?

a) Buttermilk pancake b) Cornflakes cereal c) Oatmeal d) White bread

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