Malnutrition in older adults is linked to:
a. cardiovascular disease.
b. increased blood pressure levels.
c. arthritis.
d. poor immune function.
D
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Which of the following is considered a macronutrient?
A) Iron B) Carbohydrates C) Vitamins D) Minerals
Which substance can alter sodium and potassium concentrations?
a. ephedra b. diuretics c. folate d. ginseng e. sedatives
Which of the following best describes nutrition?
A. Nutrition is the study of the digestion and metabolism of food. B. Nutrition is the science that studies food and how food nourishes our bodies and influences our health. C. Nutrition is an ancient science that dates back to the fourteenth century. D. Nutrition is the study of food.
How are protein needs met through complementation?
a. the body must produce the amino acids to complement the protein needed. b. combining two plant proteins, rice and beans, will provide the essential amino acids needed c. a protein of animal origin must complement the plant source of protein. d. any plant proteins can be combined to provide the essential amino acids needed.