The bacterium that is the cause of the greatest number of foodborne illnesses each year is:
1. Salmonella.
2. E. coli 0157:H7.
3. the Norwalk-like virus.
4. Campylobacter.
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Which statement describes characteristics in the development of atherosclerosis??
A) ?Fatty streaks may begin to form within the first 10 years of life. B) ?Once plaque is formed, it can be contained but cannot regress. C) ?It is impossible for people to age without arterial plaque formation. D) ?Heart disease rates due to atherosclerosis rise most dramatically at around age 30 in males and 40 in females.
What information would be an optional element on the Nutrition Facts panel?
a. calories per serving b. calories from fat c. vitamin A d. vitamin E e. serving size
What is the primary characteristic of all types of diabetes?
a. hyperglycemia b. hypoglycemia c. kidney disease d. liver disease e. hypertension
Six-month-old Leon has been breastfed exclusively since birth. Jacob, another 6-month-old infant has never been breastfed, so he consumes a commercial infant formula that's fortified with iron. Both babies are being cared for in their homes. Based on this information, which of the following statements are true?
A. Jacob is starting to develop iron deficiency. B. Leon has more intestinal infections than Jacob. C. Leon has fewer ear infections than Jacob. D. Jacob has fewer respiratory infections than Leon.