What likely underlies the abnormalities associated with metabolic syndrome and predisposition to diabetes and cardiovascular disease?
a. highly acidic blood
b. highly alkaline blood
c. a pro-inflammatory state
d. poor digestion
e. a lack of excitatory neurotransmitters
c
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a. 23.6. b. 25.9. c. 27.3. d. 45.4.
The _______________ are inherited disorders of abnormal alpha or beta globin synthesis.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The most common dietary source of chloride is __________.
a. dairy products b. red meats c. table salt d. fruits and vegetables
Which statement describes the muscular contractions of the GI tract??
A) ?Peristalsis begins in the stomach upon the initiation of the swallowing reflex. B) ?To withstand the pressure of stool evacuation, the colon must have the thickest and strongest muscles of the GI tract. C) ?The jejunum has a third layer of diagonal muscles to enhance contraction and relaxation phases for optimal digestion. D) ?The periodic contractions of intestinal muscles mix the chyme before allowing the contents to move toward the colon.