For a person who chronically abuses alcohol, which alternative pathway becomes important in metabolizing it?
A. microsomal ethanol oxidizing system (MEOS)
B. first pass
C. alcohol dehydrogenase
D. aldehyde dehydrogenase
Answer: A
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A. authors generally pay the editors of popular magazines to publish their nutrition articles. B. registered dietitians are usually hired to write the articles about nutrition that are published in these journals. C. the general public and public libraries subscribe to them. D. articles in such popular magazines generally do not undergo peer-review before they are published.
What is added to a semipermanent emulsion to create a viscosity similar to that of soft yogurt?
A. water in oil B. oil in water C. stabilizers D. yolks
Before believing a claim that a particular nutrient decreases one's risk of cancer, one should:
A) determine whether popular health magazines endorse the claim. B) check whether the food packaging and labels assert the claim. C) determine whether it is supported by major public health organizations. D) check whether the food product's marketing campaign outlines the claimed benefits.
For athletes over the age of 50 years, particular attention should be paid to ________ intake as, in some older adults, supplements may be needed to obtain adequate amounts. A deficiency of this nutrient can impact both exercise performance and health.
A. vitamin B12 B. protein C. sodium D. fiber