A condition of self-induced semi-starvation is called ________.
A. kwashiorkor
B. anorexia nervosa
C. bulimia
D. baryophobia
Answer: B
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Ellen and Jane are roommates who are taking a health and nutrition course at their university. After completing their health family tree projects they each discover that they both have genetic tendencies toward several chronic diseases. Ellen learned that she has a family history of colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension. Jane learned that she has a family history of heart disease, type 2
diabetes, and obesity. The roommates discuss lifestyle changes that they can make to reduce their risks of developing these chronic diseases. Help Ellen and Jane make the right decisions for taking care of their health and nutrition by answering the following multiple-choice question(s). What would be the best ways for Ellen to reduce her chances of developing hypertension? A) Reduce her red meat intake B) Increase her intake of fresh fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products C) Increase her intake of canned vegetables D) Look for low-sodium crackers and processed snacks
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Minerals are classified as major minerals or as trace minerals depending on the amount found in the body and the amount needed on a weekly basis. 2. A homemade bean soup, a sandwich which includes greens instead of lettuce and a baked sweet potato is high in potassium. 3. A diet that is adequate in potassium is beneficial to individuals who have a history of kidney stones because potassium attaches to the calcium in the urine thereby preventing the formation of mineral crystals that can form kidney stones.
Compared to unfit people, physically fit people may enjoy all of the following, except:
1.More restful sleep 2.Improved bone density 3.Stronger self-image 4.Enhanced resistance to colds 5.Increased LDL rates 6.Lower risk of type 2 diabetes
In metabolic alkalosis, what would you expect to be the body's compensatory mechanism?
a. The kidneys will excrete more HCO3-. b. The lungs will retain more pCO2. c. The kidneys will retain more HCO3-. d. The lungs will expire more pCO2.