The most abundant mineral in the body is:

a. potassium
b. sodium
c. calcium
d. magnesium


Answer: c. calcium

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Jim's one-day diet record revealed that he consumed 2880 kcalories. What percent of his kcalories are coming from "added sugar" if his only sources of added sugar are the three 20-oz. colas he consumed (240 kcalories, 0 g fat, and 0 g protein per 20-oz. serving)?

a. 10 b. 15 c. 20 d. 25

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John is 35 and interested in gaining muscle mass. He wants to do it as quickly as possible and goes to the local health food store. The clerk approaches him wearing a white lab coat—this immediately impresses John, who now thinks that the clerk is well informed. John explains that his goal is to gain the maximum muscle mass in the shortest time. The clerk gets a twinkle in his eye and says "Let

me show you what we have that will certainly help you.". Let's see if the clerk really knows what ergogenic aids are all about by answering these questions. Which compound consisting of a mineral plus a natural derivative of the amino acid tryptophan has been falsely promoted to increase muscle mass? a. Caffeine b. Chromium picolinate c. Bee pollen d. Ginseng e. All of the above

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The postgastrectomy diet includes ____

A) fluid with meals B) refined carbohydrates C) foods high in fat D) supplementation with calcium and vitamin D

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The dietitian's continuing education and career reflection are examples of which component of critical thinking?

a. specific knowledge base b. experience c. competence d. attitudes

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