Kwashiorkor describes a condition of severe emaciation from energy deficiency with chronic wasting of fat, muscle, and other tissues, also known as starvation
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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a. vitamin D b. vitamin C c. protein d. linoleic acid
Which description best defines the body's set point??
A) ?the minimum weight of a person B) ?the maximum weight of a person C) ?the point at which a person's weight plateaus before dropping again quickly D) ?the point above which the body tends to lose weight and below which it tends to gain weight
Which property is shared by niacin and riboflavin coenzymes??
A) ?acceptance and transfer of amino groups B) ?acceptance and transfer of activated carbon dioxide C) ?acceptance and transfer of hydrogen atoms D) ?acceptance and transfer of carboxyl groups
A carcinogenic diet is a diet that is low in all of the following EXCEPT:
a. fruits and vegetables. b. antioxidants (vitamins A and C). c. whole grains and fiber. d. plant-based foods. e. dietary fat.