Why do you think a better diet did not make a difference for James? Do you think this was caused by the foods he consumed? How might genetics play a role in his condition?


As discussed in your Nutrition Matters about Nutrition and Cardiovascular Health, some risk factors for cardiovascular disease are nonmodifiable. Most likely, James has a genetic predisposition to high blood cholesterol that was unchanged by dietary or exercise modifications.

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a. Extremely low-birth-weight infant b. Low-birth-weight infant c. Infant with Down's syndrome d. Infant born with difficulty breathing e. Infant born with PKU

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Explain why certain culinary techniques are used in food preparation. Give at least five examples of moist-heat and dry-heat preparation techniques, including the best types/cuts of foods for each method, and indicate how each method can affect the final food product. Provide specific instructions for each technique. Provide the positive and negative nutritional aspects of each cooking method.

What will be an ideal response?

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Amylase assists in the digestion of ______

A. Proteins B. Fats C. Lipids D. Carbs

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Most research has shown that short-term creatine "loading" results in an immediate increase in absolute, maximal power

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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