The main function of vitamin E in the body is to act as a(n) ____
a. antioxidant
b. peroxide
c. free radical
d. coenzyme
e. enzyme
a
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Julie has recently learned that she is genetically susceptible to breast cancer. She would like to learn ways to reduce her risk of breast cancer but also learn what she can do to lower her overall risk of cancer. Julie has talked to her doctor about what she can do and is also meeting with a registered dietitian to learn more about specific lifestyle and nutrition modifications that she can
make. Julie has a history of heavy drinking and consumes mostly processed foods, including refined grain products. She also enjoys drinking whole milk and eating red meat daily. Answer the following question(s) to help Julie start modifying her diet before she meets with the dietitian. What is in whole milk and red meat that significantly increases Julie's risk of cancer? A) Nitrogen B) Protein C) Saturated fat D) Calcium and iron
Describe two different theories that may be utilized in nutrition counseling and list examples of their clinical applications
A condition that may develop when a severely malnourished person is aggressively fed is called _____
a. shock b. refeeding syndrome c. translocation d. systemic inflammatory response syndrome e. hyperglycemia
To add energy but not protein to the diet, you would add _____
a. butter b. milkshakes c. vegetables d. hard-boiled eggs e. chopped nuts