Which is an example of a factor that contributes to lower esophageal sphincter incompetence?
a. renal artery stenosis
b. increased secretion of aldosterone
c. cardiomyopathy
d. cigarette smoking
e. increased secretion of cortisol
d
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Nutrient status, whether the mineral is bound with other substances in food or ingested together determine a mineral's
A) carbon content. B) bioavailability. C) essentiality. D) availability.
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Which is the most effective at alleviating constipation?
a. cellulose b. pectin c. gums d. psyllium e. protein
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Glucose is transported into the enterocyte
a. by itself b. co-transported with magnesium c. co-transported with sodium d. primarily as maltose (2 glucoses)
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