Which of the following is a critical component of the glutathione peroxidase antioxidant enzyme

system?

A) thyroxine B) selenocysteine
C) calcium D) selenomethionine


B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Niacin has a UL of 35 mg for adults ages 19-70. This indicates:

a. an RDA cannot be determined; this amount is based on the amount presumed to be adequate b. the average amount of a nutrient which meets 97-98% of healthy peoples' needs c. 35 mg is the safe upper limit of niacin that should not present risk of negative health effects d. meets needs of 1/2 healthy people from ages 19-70

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Cancer-preventing habits include all of the following EXCEPT:

1.not smoking. 2.consuming 5+ servings of vegetables and fruits per day. 3.physical inactivity. 4.a low-saturated fat diet.

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Raised doughnuts are made with _____ and leavened with _____.

A. pastry flour; both biological and chemical leavening agents B. cake flour; both biological and chemical leavening agents C. bread flour; a biological agent D. high-gluten flour; a biological agent

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