________ contribute to the flexibility, structure, and proper functioning of cell membranes.
A. Carbohydrates
B. Fat-soluble vitamins
C. Saturated fatty acids
D. Phospholipids
Answer: D
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a. The patient eats yogurt for breakfast every morning. b. The patient smokes. c. The patient eats eggs for breakfast every morning. d. The patient consumes cranberry juice regularly.
Which large vessel transports absorbed nutrients to the liver?
A. hepatic portal vein B. pulmonary vein C. aorta D. subclavian vein
Changing one's frame of mind related to weight control and nutrition is called
A. stimulus control. B. chain-breaking. C. self-monitoring. D. cognitive restructuring.
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). Ellen would like to be proactive in reducing her risk of cancer. What specific change can she make to her diet to reduce her risk? A) Decrease her intake of whole grains B) Increase her alcohol intake C) Decrease her intake of high-fat and processed meats D) Increase her intake of whole milk and cheese