Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy. Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.Which nutrient should Maya make sure she is
consuming adequately prior to becoming pregnant to reduce the risk of neural tube defects?
a. vitamin D
b. folate
c. magnesium
d. vitamin B6
e. vitamin E
b
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KL is a 45-year-old male admitted to the hospital with an infection. He is on PD secondary to congenital disease of the kidney. He does not have diabetes. HT: 6' WT: 170 pounds (77 kg) Approximately how many grams of protein does KL require each day?
a. 66 g b. 78 g c. 87 g d. 93 g e. 110 g
At its lowest level, about what percentage of our total daily energy expenditure is attributable to basal metabolism?
A) 60 B) 20 C) 80 D) 35
Cholesterol is ________.
A. an important part of human cell membranes and is necessary to make some hormones B. not found in foods of plant origin C. not essential in the diet; the human body can synthesize it D. All of these choices are correct.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are designed to help you improve the quality of your diet and lower your risk of
A. high blood pressure. B. osteoporosis. C. diabetes. D. all of the above.