A concern related to the health effects of persistent organic pollutants is that they act as endocrine disruptors, chemicals that
A) increase the consumer's risk for type 1 diabetes, hypothyroidism, and other endocrine disorders.
B) mimic hormones, block their binding sites, or alter their synthesis and metabolism.
C) gradually destroy hormone-secreting endocrine tissues throughout the body.
D) cause nerve damage and cancer.
B
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The DASH eating plan recommends daily servings of various foods including:
A. 1–2 servings of vegetables daily B. 4–5 servings of fruits daily C. 4–5 servings of low-fat dairy products daily D. 4–5 servings of nuts and seeds daily E. 2–3 servings of sweets daily
What fraction of the day's energy expenditure of the average person is represented by the basal metabolism?
a. About 1/10 b. About 1/3 c. About ½ d. About 2/3 e. Over 9/10
Bob's physician had just diagnosed himwith iron deficiency anemia. Which of the following would be good advice to help Bob increase iron absorption in the food he eats?
A. Put soy milk in his breakfast cereal B. Drink a glass of orange juice with breakfast cereal C. Drink a glass of milk with ion supplement D. Eat less meat and poultry
Total body water accounts for an average of _____ of weight in females
a. 70% b. 50% c. 60% d. 80%