A physician who hosts a popular TV show makes several nutrition-related claims during one of the programs. Which of the doctor's claims is a "red flag" of unreliable information?
A. Niacin cures pellagra.
B. Not all doctors are nutrition experts.
C. Kava cures migraine headaches.
D. The "placebo effect" often occurs in controlled studies involving human subjects.
Answer: C
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A. has more lean than fat tissue B. is obese C. has the athletic sports triad D. is overweight
The gnawing pain in the upper chest that is caused by acid flowing back into the esophagus from the stomach is called
A) lactose intolerance. B) an ulcer. C) hemorrhoids. D) heartburn.
The AMDRs do NOT include estimates for intake of ________.
A. carbohydrate B. essential amino acids C. essential fatty acids D. fat
Which of the following is not a recommended dietary guideline associated with the Prudent Healthy Diet?
a. Maintain a healthy body weight b. Eat a variety of wholesome, natural foods c. Choose a diet with plenty of simple, refined carbohydrates d. Abstain from alcohol if you are pregnant e. Choose a diet rich in plant foods