What is basal metabolism?


This accounts for about 60-80% of the total need for calories in the vast majority of people.

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A 24-hour recall is used to collect a food and nutrition history. The client states that she didn't eat breakfast. She had a soft drink and an apple for lunch, and for dinner, she had a slice of pizza. What is the best question the health care professional could ask next regarding this finding?

a. "Is this a usual day's food intake?" b. "What was on the slice of pizza?" c. "Do you normally skip breakfast?" d. "Are you on a busy schedule?"

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Human milk provides _______ of kilocalories from protein.

A) 6% to 7% B) 10% to 15% C) 9% to 10% D) >20%

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If a food is labeled as being reduced Calorie, then it provides 50% fewer Calories per serving than the original product made by the same manufacturer

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Patients taking catopril and cisplatin typically report which of the following side effects?

a. foul odor b. bitter taste c. metallic taste d. sweet odor

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