Mr. and Mrs. G come into an outpatient nutrition counseling center due to referral from their genetic physician. They have both been tested for several genetic conditions due to their family history and concern over developing chronic diseases. Mrs. G is particularly concerned due to the history of cancer in her family on both her mother's and father's sides. Mr. G's genetic profile shows that he
has a variation in the codes for apolipoprotein E. The registered dietitian counsels him on several ways to lower hyperlipidemia risk, but does not discuss _____ due to its limited research outcomes.
a. modifying alcohol consumption
b. increasing physical activity
c. not smoking
d. changing the amount of cholesterol and dietary fat
a
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a. fructose. b. galactose. c. sucrose. d. maltose.
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A) ?colon B) ?stomach C) ?jejunum D) ?duodenum
One of the greatest determinants of food insecurity is poverty
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The DASH eating pattern is high in _____ but low in _____
a. fruits; whole grains b. calcium; potassium c. vegetables; whole-fat dairy d. sodium; saturated fat