Pantothenic acid is involved in gluconeogenesis and has an important function at the center of energy pathways; thus, deficiencies could decrease the availability of acetyl CoA for the Krebs cycle.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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Risks for problems with high intakes of omega-3 fatty acids include:
a. increased clotting time. b. directly increasing blood pressure. c. overstimulation of the immune system. d. increased low-density lipoprotein cholesterol.
What disease is caused by malnutrition and results in dry hair and thin skin?
A) vitamin A deficiency B) marasmus C) kwashiorkor D) protein-energy malnutrition
To reduce the risk of neural tube birth defects in infants, the mother-to-be should consume adequate amounts of ___ prior to conception.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Seventy years ago the dietary factor that most contributed to diseases and deaths was ____
A) nutrient overdose B) nutrient deficiencies C) excess body fat D) over exercising