The absorption of the majority of ingested nutrients takes place largely in the __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
small intestine
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Weight gain may occur in people who use:
a. corticosteroids. b. cigarettes. c. caffeinated coffee. d. nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs.
When the diet is lacking in the amino acids lysine and threonine, ____.?
A) ?proteins will be made without one amino acid B) ?the body will synthesize them C) ?protein synthesis will be limited D) ?another amino acid will be substituted so that synthesis is uninterrupted
What is one of the main causes for famine in the world today?
a. inadequate land to grow crops on b. pest infestation of growing crops leading to failed growth c. fighting among warring factions in countries where one faction is in power d. inadequate aid from international aid organizations e. an insufficient number of farmers who produce edible crops
Ultimately, the goal of food assistance programs is to improve the food security, nutritional status, and health of Americans by providing free food to the masses
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false