What is immunoglobulin E (IgE)?
a. A specialized immune cell that stores histamine
b. A type of antibody that circulates through the blood
c. A chemical produced by mast cells
d. A fragment of food that can cause an adverse reaction
e. A substance released by cells of the immune system during an allergic reaction
b
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James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He self-diagnosed an episode of food poisoning. However, after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool, he visits his physician and is diagnosed with gastritis. Mr. Hammond is placed on ____ for 24-48 hours to rest the stomach
A) a mechanical soft diet B) a bland diet C) NPO D) enteral nutrition support
Death rates from cancer in the United States are continuing to increase at a rate of two percent per year
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2015-2020, what is the recommendation for consuming whole grains??
A) ?Strive to make half of all grains consumed be whole grains. B) ?Include as many grains as possible, regardless of type. C) ?Select foods that have whole grains listed as their last ingredient. D) ?Select white bread whenever possible.
Lola doesn't like to cook, so she eats fast food at least three times a week. When she doesn't eat fast food, she opens a can of soup and makes a ham and cheese sandwich. For snacks, she prefers processed cheese cubes, potato chips, and pretzels. Based on this information, her diet is very high in ________.
A. sodium B. potassium C. vitamin D D. beta-carotene