Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Vitamin C is essential to the formation of the fibrous protein collagen, the most abundant protein in the body.
2. A diet that is low in fruits and non-starchy vegetables increases the risk of developing cancer.
3. Folate and vitamin B12 function as coenzymes in the formation of red blood cells, and the replenishment of cells.
1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE
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a. milk
b. spinach
c. kidney beans
d. seaweed
e. clams
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a. the kcalories contributed by the dialysate b. a less restrictive diet c. food cravings experienced by the patient d. the body's adaptation to dialysis e. side-effects of dialysis medications
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
From _____ years, children can normally hop, skip, and throw a ball and have increasingly good coordination; they master buttons and shoelaces; and can use a knife and fork and are good self-feeders
a. one to two b. two to three c. three to four d. four to five e. five to six