Why might a very high-fiber diet be harmful for malnourished people, the elderly, and young vegan children?
a. Low fluid intakes among these groups increase risk of intestinal blockage.
b. High iron and zinc intakes among these groups lead to chelation interactions.
c. The small amounts of food consumed among these groups can result in inadequate energy or nutrient intakes.
d. Risk of hypoglycemia is higher among these groups
e. Risk of heart disease is higher among these group.
c
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a. guideline. b. practitioner point. c. problem solving approach. d. scientific method approach.
Within two hours of eating, Erik developed the following symptoms: sudden onset of severe nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and fever. Which microbial pathogen is likely to have caused Erik's symptoms?
a. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria b. Clostridium botulinum c. Campylobacter jejuni d. Shigella bacteria e. Listeria monocytogenes
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a. 1 b. 1.5 c. 2 d. 2.5 e. 3
The symptoms of diabetes may occur suddenly and may include
A. extreme thirst and excessive urination. B. sudden weight gain. C. chronic insomnia. D. decrease in appetite.