Which of the following is a characteristic of dietary fibers?

a. They cause diverticulosis
b. They raise blood cholesterol levels
c. They are usually found in high-fat foods
d. They are classified according to solubility in water


d

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A meal providing 1,200 kilocalories (kcal) contains 13 grams of saturated fat, 10 grams of monounsaturated fat, and 27 grams of polyunsaturated fat. This meal provides ________% of total kcal as fat.

A. 30 B. 16.7 C. 37.5 D. 50

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During exercise, the intake of which of the following nutrients will provide the most significant protein sparing effect, i.e., decrease the use of protein as an energy source?

A. Carnitine B. Caffeine C. Medium chain triglycerides D. Thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin E. Carbohydrate

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According to MyPlate, how many cups of fat-free or low-fat milk, or their equivalent, should be consumed daily for all calorie levels?

A) 3 B) 1 C) 4 D) 2

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Ingrid has been taking herbal products for many years but has never informed her physician. She currently is being evaluated for liver problems. Which of the following herbs may have caused adverse reactions?

a. Black cohosh b. Comfrey c. Feverfew d. Ginger

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