Why do older adults particularly benefit from strength and flexibility training?


Strength training and flexibility can reduce the risk of falling and allow maintenance of independent living status.

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A disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to the low availability of the enzyme lactase is called:

a. lactose intolerance. b. milk intolerance. c. milk allergy. d. lactose maldigestion.

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All of the following are health risks associated with obesity except:

a. hypertension. b. diabetes. c. sleep apnea. d. tuberculosis.

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Any disease that produces _____ malabsorption can bring about deficiencies of vitamins A, D, E, and K

a. calcium b. protein c. carbohydrate d. fat e. medication

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Prader-Willi syndrome interferes with muscle development, cognition, and _____

a. pulmonary function b. vision c. control of appetite d. auditory acuity e. kidney function

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