The following drugs can interfere with absorption of nutrients. Which one is most likely to result in widespread nutrient malabsorption?
a. antibiotics
b. antineoplastic agents
c. nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)
d. antilipidemia drugs (for lowering serum cholesterol)
b
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Central obesity is due to the excess storage of
A. subcutaneous fat. B. nonessential fats. C. saturated fat. D. visceral fat.
Because elderly individuals need similar amounts of nutrients as their younger counterparts but less calories, they should focus on the diet plan that emphasizes
A) protein B) nutrient density C) phytochemicals D) beta carotene
Pathogenic bacteria are likely to multiply rapidly when environmental temperatures are between ________.
A. 80 and 180ºF B. 40 and 140ºF C. 20 and 120ºF D. 60 and 160ºF
The term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from the consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase is called:
a. milk allergy. b. lactose intolerance. c. milk intolerance. d. lactose maldigestion.