Describe the functions of water in the body.
What will be an ideal response?
The functions of water in the body include transporting nutrients, transporting and excreting metabolic waste, supporting cell shape and structure, lubricating friction generating surfaces, and sustaining normal body temperature.
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____________________ reflects a diet that provides sufficient energy and enough of all the nutrients to meet the needs of healthy people
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How does vitamin A affect the immune system?
A) It takes up and stores iron, keeping it away from invading microbes. B) It has no effect on the immune system. C) It suppresses the immune response. D) It is necessary for the differentiation of immune cells.
Jose Salazar has been hospitalized following a motor vehicle accident. He has several broken bones, including his left jaw, two ribs on the left side, and a compound fracture of his left leg. According to his medical record, he is 47 years old, his height is 5'9", and his weight is 171 pounds. His current medications include lovastatin to lower his cholesterol and an MAO inhibitor to treat
depression. Before leaving the hospital, Mr. Salazar will need nutrition education on: a. how to use a blender. b. food-medication interactions. c. food safety. d. weight loss.
What vitamin would most likely lead to death in both deficient and toxic levels?
A. vitamin E B. vitamin B-12 C. vitamin A D. vitamin C