When it comes to weight loss, reduction of overall energy intake is more important than the macronutrient composition of the diet.
a. true
b. false
Answer: a. true
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a. U.S. Public Health Service b. Food and Drug Administration c. Dietary Reference Intakes committee d. The National Nutrition Monitoring program
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A neonate at birth was at the 75th percentile for weight for age. At 6 months he appears healthy and was at the 60th percentile weight for age. This indicates that:
a. he has a low caloric intake b. he is experiencing normal growth c. he may have protein-energy malnutrition d. birth measurements were incorrect
Brittany and Richard have noticed that their friend Mandy has lost a significant amount of weight from the fall to the spring semester. People are starting to comment on how thin she looks. Brittany has noticed that Mandy is only eating an orange for breakfast, a small bowl of salad with no salad dressing and a small piece of grilled chicken for lunch, and a cup of plain yogurt for dinner
Richard has been going to the gym with Mandy most days of the week. He enjoys lifting free weights, and Mandy usually runs on the treadmill for 45 minutes and then does 15 minutes of core exercises. In addition Mandy has shared with Brittany that she has not had her menstrual period for 4 months. Mandy has also expressed that she is frustrated because people are making comments about how thin she looks and consequently has not gone to as many parties or social gatherings because she feels so uncomfortable. Last week Mandy hurt her leg while running. The doctor feels strongly that Mandy has a stress fracture. Why might Mandy be prone to stress fractures? A) Because she has been running for her primary source of exercise B) Because she has likely developed the female athlete triad C) Because she twisted her ankle D) Because she has likely developed pica