A savory taste due to the presence of glutamic acid is called
A. bitter.
B. sour.
C. umami.
D. salty.
Answer: C
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a. glucose tolerance test b. Vanillylmandelic acid test c. none of these d. fecal fat
In the United States, the primary reason that crops are genetically modified is to
A) confer resistance to herbicides. B) increase their nutrient density. C) increase their fiber content. D) confer resistance to drought.
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b. pancreatic juice, which neutralizes stomach acids reaching the small intestine. c. saliva, which begins the digestion of protein. d. bile released by the gallbladder to break down carbohydrates in the stomach. e. bacterial enzymes that digest lipids.
If a person reports that he/she has significant diarrhea and anemia, the focus of nutrition intervention should be:
a. primary prevention strategies. b. early identification and intervention. c. diagnosis and treatment. d. disease management.