An adult who was undernourished as a child and short due to growth stunt is now experiencing rapid weight gain as the family is transitioning out of poverty is an example of
A. poverty-obesity paradox.
B. nutrition paradox.
C. fetal origins theory.
D. double-burden of malnutrition.
Answer: D
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A. iron B. copper C. zinc D. iodine
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a. a weakened immune system. b. lower mortality rates. c. reduced health care costs. d. fewer complications.
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1.they were originally called “vitamin P.” 2.over 4000 have been identified. 3.they give red wines and dark teas a bitter taste. 4.they decrease HDL-cholesterol.
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A. folate B. vitamin B-12 C. beta-carotene D. nonheme iron