Eicosanoids are hormone-like compounds produced from

A. saturated fatty acids.
B. the essential fatty acids.
C. omega-3 fatty acids.
D. omega-6 fatty acids.


B

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experienced serious side effects after consuming A) amino acid supplements. B) high-protein shakes. C) energy drinks with high amounts of caffeine. D) creatine powder.

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The Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) recommendations are separated according to life stage because

A. children eat less than adults, so their nutritional needs are lower than those of adults. B. older adults consume less food than younger adults, justifying a reduction in all of their nutritional recommendations. C. growth and developmental stages affect a person's body size and composition, justifying changes in nutritional recommendations. D. nutritional needs are highest during times of growth and senescence.

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What component of alcoholic beverages has beneficial effects on health when consumed in moderation in healthy adults?

A) Alcohol B) Phytochemicals C) Sulfites D) Water E) a, b

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The problems of alcohol abuse and alcohol dependency ________.

A. are untreatable problems B. are very infrequent in the United States C. affect only those with other serious problems, such as poverty, unemployment, or mental health disorders D. affect nearly 1 in 3 Americans over a lifetime

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