A type of malnutrition caused by a lack of calories and protein is called:

1.anorexia.
2.kwashiorkor.
3.marasmus.
4.bulimia.


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a. replenishment of sodium and prevention of overdrinking. b. replenishment of sodium and voluntary dehydration. c. replenishment of sodium and intake of a large amount of potassium. d. intake of salt tablets and excessive water intake.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following would NOT be a Red Flag of Junk Science??

A) ?dire warnings of danger from a single product or regimen B) ?lists of "good" and "bad" foods C) ?recommendations from studies that ignore individual or group differences D) ?recommendations based on peer-reviewed studies

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