What term refers to the combination of risk factors—elevated fasting blood glucose, hypertension, abnormal blood lipids, and abdominal obesity—that greatly increase a person’s risk of developing heart disease?
a. Metabolic syndrome
b. Progressive inflammatory disease
c. Ectopic cluster syndrome
d. Normal-weight obesity syndrome
e. Immunological disease
Answer: a. Metabolic syndrome
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The primary site of lipid digestion and absorption is the
A. large intestine. B. liver. C. stomach. D. small intestine.
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Most Americans do not consume enough dietary fiber. B. Scientists classify forms of fiber according to their solubility in oil. C. Most forms of fiber are comprised of fructose molecules bonded together. D. Dietary fiber includes the stringy material found in tough, overcooked meat.
The World Health Organization estimates that nearly one-half of all childhood deaths in developing countries are associated with malnutrition. List the most common illnesses in malnourished children worldwide and the causes of each
What will be an ideal response?
What is a risk to infants who are formula fed? a. The infant may not receive all of the nutrients he/she needs
b. Formula may be incorrectly prepared and cause malnutrition and growth failure. c. Parents may not be aware that some formulas do not meet FDA requirements. d. Many infants are allergic to formula. e. Parents may feed their infant too much formula, which leads to enlarged bones.