Which of the following is a feature of ghrelin?
a. High blood levels are found in obese people
b. Its major role in the body is in suppressing appetite
c. It is secreted by adipocytes and promotes negative energy balance
d. Its blood concentration is very high in people with anorexia nervosa
d
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Osmotic pressure (osmolality) of an enteral nutrition formula is determined by the:
a. amount of fat in the solution. b. size of particles in the solution. c. viscosity of the solution. d. number of particles in the solution.
Which vitamin is sometimes called the "beauty vitamin" because it helps enhance hair and nails?
a. vitamin C b. vitamin B6 c. riboflavin d. biotin
Which of the following statements about nutrient needs of breastfeeding women is not true?
A) Breastfeeding women have a higher requirement for DHA than non-pregnant women. B) Breastfeeding women should supplement their diets with a multivitamin-mineral supplement. C) Breastfeeding women should avoid alcohol intake. D) Breastfeeding women should not lose more than a pound a week. E) Breastfeeding women need more calories than pregnant women.
Which of the following would you recommend eating small, frequent meals containing some protein?
a. reactive hypoglycemia b. gout c. PKU d. Cachexia