Which guideline about weight loss is correct?
a. All individuals with a BMI >25 should lose weight.
b. If a child is obese, weight should be lost as quickly as possible so it doesn't interfere with development.
c. Most people can reduce health risks with a 5-15% weight loss.
d. The health benefits of weight loss do not begin to accrue until normal weight is achieved.
Ans: c. Most people can reduce health risks with a 5-15% weight loss.
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a. a peripheral blood smear b. anemia of chronic disease c. iron-deficiency anemia d. leukemia e. malabsorption
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