Which of the following substances is a major factor that influences a person's metabolic rate?

A. Thyroid hormone
B. Salivary amylase
C. Leptin
D. Ghrelin


Answer: A

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What percentage of calories from the Salisbury steak dinner are coming from protein, fat, and carbohydrates, respectively?

a. 12% protein, 45% fat, 43% carbohydrate b. 14% protein, 54% fat, 32% carbohydrate c. 14% protein, 62% fat, 24% carbohydrate d. 20% protein, 49% fat, 31% carbohydrate e. 23% protein, 41% fat, 36% carbohydrate

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1.calcium. 2.iron. 3.iodine. 4.vitamin A.

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a. Lower Tolerable Limit. b. Upper Tolerable Limit. c. Subclinical Deficiency Value. d. Estimated Average Requirement.

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