Soft drinks are the main source of increased total caloric intake in the American diet

Indicate whether statement is true or false.


ANS: T

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Jane and her husband want to start a family, but she has had a hard time conceiving. She has met with her ob-gyn to undergo physical examination and tests and to have a prenatal checkup in order to determine the problem. The lab work and other relevant data for Jane are as follows: Age: 36 Blood pressure: 130/85 mm Hg; Fasting blood glucose: 130 mg/dL; HDL cholesterol: 35 mg/dL; Blood triglycerides: 175 mg/dL; Waist circumference: 36?; Current weight: 150 lb; Height: 5?3?   Dietary modifications for this diagnosis would include _____.

A. avoiding wheat, rye, oats, and barley B. avoiding aspartame and artificial sweeteners C. avoiding sugar D. a diet rich in antioxidants E. consuming 1000 mg calcium per day

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Which of the following substances is an enzyme that participates in the digestion of proteins?

A. Cholecystokinin B. Amylase C. Trypsin D. Bile

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What are the main features of the diet typical of northern Europeans that today are typical of the American diet in general?

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Which of the following vitamins can be toxic and increase the risk of birth defects, especially when taken during the first trimester?

A. vitamin A B. vitamin C C. vitamin K D. vitamin D

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