A BMI above what value is associated with increased risk for chronic disease?

A) 25
B) 30
C) 20
D) 18.5


B

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The difference between fats and oils is based on

a. solubility in water and melting temperature. b. consistency (liquid or solid) at room temperature and source. c. the fatty acid content and the percentage of unsaturates. d. the number of unsaturated bonds and the alcohol to which they are attached.

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Food fats and oils are abundant in

a. animal foods such as red meats, poultry, and dairy products. b. plant foods such as nuts, seeds, avocados, olives, and coconuts. c. processed foods such as cakes, dairy foods, and snack foods. d. foods to which mayonnaise is added at the table. e. all of the above answers are correct

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Which of the following disorders may be linked with the presence of high blood iron?

a. Dermatitis b. Diverticulosis c. Heart disease d. Neural tube defects

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