An individual with the genetic disease PKU has a limited ability to metabolize the essential amino acid phenylalanine.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

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A long-term complication of heart transplant might be: a. osteoporosis

b. hypokalemia. c. weight gain. d. migraine headaches. e. hyponatremia.

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Functional fiber is currently defined as ____.?

A) ?carbohydrates and lignin that are nondigestible by human enzymes and are intact and intrinsic in plants B) ?carbohydrates that are nondigestible by human enzymes; have been isolated, extracted or manufactured; and have been shown to have beneficial physiological effects in humans C) ?all dietary fiber D) ?the same as crude fiber

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A loss of _____ of body weight can reduce or prevent the risks associated with obesity

a. 5 to 10% b. 10 to 15% c. 15 to 20% d. 20 to 30%

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Why should sweets be limited when encouraging the development of normal eating behaviors in children?

a. Fruits should be the only source of sweets in a child's diet. b. Children become hyperactive with uncontrollable eating behaviors after eating sweets. c. Sweets are very nutrient dense. d. Children have little room for empty-calorie foods in their daily energy allowance.

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