Describe why mineral oil should not be used as a laxative


Mineral oil is not absorbed by humans. The oil picks up fat-soluble vitamins and carries them through the colon. The body is not able to absorb the vitamins.

Nutritional Science

You might also like to view...

Imagine that you are reading a magazine article about a new product that claims to benefit health. Which characteristic suggests that these claims might be valid? a. The product is described as a "secret formula." b. The article provides anecdotal evidence that the product works. c. The peer-reviewed scientific research is cited

d. The product is available only through a commercial. e. The article includes testimonials from satisfied customers.

Nutritional Science

Pseudoanemia, or sports anemia, is due to lower concentrations of hemoglobin in the blood resulting from increases in blood volume during exercise

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Nutritional Science

Salads whose main ingredients are not leafy vegetables but that still combine several vegetables are called vegetable salads

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Nutritional Science

Which is NOT part of the female athlete triad?

A. amenorrhea B. type 2 diabetes C. osteoporosis D. disordered eating

Nutritional Science