Juan and Rosa are in their late 20s, and both have parents that are experiencing a loss of vitality. Juan's mom has a curved back, and Rosa's mother is obese. Juan's dad is experiencing depression and Rosa's father has macular degeneration. Juan and Rosa have many questions about how to avoid these conditions in their future if possible. Let's answer their questions to see if we can help them
Which of the following is correct about the energy requirements of older adults like Juan's and Rosa's parents?
a. Since absorption of all nutrients decreases as aging occurs, it is necessary to increase calorie intake.
b. The recommended energy allowance decreases as we age due to lowered basal metabolic rates.
c. The recommended calorie intake increases until age 35 and then remains constant for the remaining years.
d. The recommended calorie intake increases for men only but remains constant for women after age 35
b
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A. less vitamin C B. fewer kilocalories C. greater fatty acid content D. more essential amino acids
Which of the following areas employs the smallest number of registered dietitians in clinical practice?
a. home care b. clinics c. nursing homes d. hospitals e. consultation services
Which of the following regarding alcohol's effects on the body is true?
A. Alcohol decreases the level of estrogen in women. B. Alcohol can help improve sleep. C. Alcohol is a depressant that slows the transmission of nerve impulses. D. Alcohol is a stimulant that speeds the transmission of nerve impulses.
A healthful way to lower cholesterol is to _______
A) reduce the amount of saturated fat in the diet B) avoid all dairy foods C) increase simple carbohydrate intake D) take prescription drugs to lower cholesterol