The traditional diet of the nations bordering the Mediterranean is high in monounsaturated fat and omega-3 fatty acids, which may be related to lower risk of heart disease
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Current ICD definitions of malnutrition use biochemical markers as a component of the diagnostic criteria. Explain the effect of inflammation on visceral proteins and how that may impact the clinician's ability to diagnose malnutrition
What laboratory values may confirm the presence of inflammation?
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Mr. Jones Sex: male Hours of work: 55+/wk Age: 61 Occupation: computer programmer Household members: wife, 65 years old Family history: coronary artery disease in father; had a myocardial infarction at age 59 Smoker: yes; 40 years; 1 pack/day Height: 70" Weight: 190 lb Waist circumference: 43 in. Cholesterol: 220 mg/dL; HDL-C: 30 mg/dL; LDL-C: 160 mg/dL; VLDL: 45 mg/dL; TG: 150 mg/dL Blood pressure: 140/85 The diet history of Mr. Jones shows that he consumes dairy products such as milk, cheese, and ice cream regularly; a variety of protein-rich foods including fish, shellfish, beef, poultry, and eggs; and large quantities of rice and potatoes. He and his wife also frequently eat breads, crackers, and potato chips. Mr. Jones consumes a large variety of vegetables including eggplant, broccoli, mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes; however, many of these are deep-fried or cooked in butter. What is Mr. Jones's BMI? A. 23 B. 27 C. 32 D. 37 E. 42
Which of the following is capable of causing foodborne illnesses?
A) Campylobacter B) Noroviruses C) E. coli D) Salmonella E) All of the above
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Individuals who have marasmus are starving and need to be fed. 2. As long as a protein which has all the essential amino acids, it should be consumed liberally. 3. Animal foods have higher protein quality than plant foods.