Which of the following is NOT among the typical growth characteristics of overweight children?
a. They begin puberty earlier
b. They can achieve a normal appearance after losing excess fat
c. They develop greater bone and muscle mass in response to carrying the extra weight
d. They grow taller than their normal-weight peers at first, but then stop growing at a shorter height
b
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Hich of the following terms describes energy needs based on gender, age, height, weight, and level of physical activity?
A. basal metabolic rate B. estimated energy requirement C. positive energy balance D. body mass index
Which of the following characteristics describes the majority of meals offered at fast-food restaurants?
A) low in total fat B) high in Calories C) provide fresh fruits and vegetables D) low in sodium
A major cause of preventable cretinism among the poor is: a. iodine deficiency
b. vitamin A deficiency. c. iron deficiency. d. folate deficiency. e. zinc deficiency.
A patient has Crohn's disease which is affecting her ileum. Which nutrient are you most concerned with regarding malabsorption?
a. vitamin B12 b. calcium c. sodium d. iron