Vitamin A supplements are not necessary for most adult Americans as they typically have significant reserves in

A. the skin.
B. the kidney.
C. the liver.
D. the eye.


Answer: C

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following BEST describes the glycemic index?

A) an individual's glucose/insulin ratio in a fasted state B) the extent to which a given food raises blood glucose and insulin levels C) the glucose content of a given food D) the amount of insulin required to metabolize 100 grams of glucose

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There is now research that suggests that physical activity, especially resistance exercise, may decrease a person's dietary protein requirements because physical activity may _____

a. inhibit the breakdown of amino acids and proteins b. stimulate the synthesis of proteins from lipids c. trigger the body to become more efficient in its use of amino acids and proteins d. stimulate the synthesis of proteins from complex carbohydrates

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A formula that approximates the osmolality of normal blood serum _____

a. is called a hypertonic formula b. is referred to as an isotonic formula c. has an osmolality of approximately 500 milliosmoles per liter d. is usually a hydrolyzed formula e. is used only in special cases

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