The method of assessing body composition considered to be the "gold standard" is
A. underwater weighing.
B. dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA).
C. bioelectrical impedance.
D. skinfold thickness.
B
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which oil is a rich source of monounsaturated fat?
a. olive oil b. coconut oil c. sunflower oil d. corn oil e. chicken fat
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a. have become insulin resistant. b. have developed hyperinsulinemia. c. no longer synthesize insulin. d. digest insulin with GI enzymes.
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a. energy that is stored to be used later. b. energy used for skeletal muscle contraction. c. the release of stored energy to perform work. d. all of the above