Environmental factors seldom affect the risk of developing obesity if an adolescent is genetically predisposed to obesity
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Heather notices that her favorite breakfast cereal contains BHA and BHT. Why did the manufacturer add them?
a. To enhance the flavor of the cereal b. To keep the oil in the cereal from spoiling c. To improve the lipid profile of the cereal d. To provide essential fatty acids
The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) for the energy-yielding nutrients are generous. Describe the group of people who would benefit from the lower limits of each range—for carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Which groups of people would benefit from the higher limits of each range—for carbohydrates, fats, and proteins?
A food frequency questionnaire reveals that an individual has very low energy intake. What other information would be needed before a diagnosis of malnutrition could be made?
a) Anthropometric measurements b) Medical history c) Physical exam d) All of these analyses would be required.
The major digestive enzyme secreted by the stomach is:
a. amylase. b. lipase. c. pepsin. d. disaccharidase.