What is the most common cause of rickets?

a. calcium deficiency
b. phosphorus deficiency
c. vitamin C deficiency
d. vitamin D deficiency
e. lack of physical activity


d

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The chemical composition of a cheese determines its various characteristics and dictates how it will be used in food preparation. Describe these functional properties including shredability, meltability, oiling off, blistering, browning, and stretchability. Discuss the specific issues and problems that may occur with each property.

What will be an ideal response?

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What is the function of mucus in the stomach?

A) ?to emulsify fats B) ?to neutralize stomach acid C) ?to digest proteins and carbohydrates D) ?to protect stomach cells from gastric juices

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All of the following foods may contain trans fat EXCEPT _________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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An excessive colonic response to meals, GI hormones, and stress is characteristic of _____

a. celiac disease b. ulcerative colitis c. Crohn's disease d. irritable bowel syndrome e. fistulas

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