A high protein intake interferes with optimal levels of L-dopa because of competition for protein carriers.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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This is a powerful appetite stimulant produced in the hypothalamus
a. Neuropeptide Y (NPY) b. Peptide YY (PYY) c. Leukopenia d. All of the above
Maria is a home health dietitian. She is evaluating a new TPN patient. She expects that the patient will want to change his regimen to ____
A) continuous infusion B) cyclic infusion C) NPO D) bolus infusion
Which of the following factors does not increase the likelihood of dietary change?
A) Knowledge about the relationship between nutrition and health B) Perceived risk of diet-related health problems C) Perception that changes which require a lot of will power are the only ones that will make a difference D) Belief that dietary choices are important to health and well-being
Which weight loss strategy may be an option for people who are unable to achieve adequate weight loss with diet and exercise?
a. fad diets b. scare tactics c. herbal remedies d. weight loss drugs e. negative self-talk