The term that describes the effect of food intake on metabolic rate is:
a. thermic effect of food.
b. metabolic rate of food.
c. catabolism.
d. thermogenesis.
A
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a. They may not feel thirsty or recognize dryness of the mouth. b. They have a higher total body water content compared with younger adults. c. They show increased frequency of urination, which results in higher requirements. d. They frequently show symptoms of overhydration such as mental lapses and disorientation. e. Overhydration increases risk of pressure ulcers and urinary tract infections.
All of the following individuals are in positive nitrogen balance, except:
1.Pregnant woman 2.Person building muscle 3.Growing child 4.Healthy college student
A pregnant woman needs about ____ grams of protein per day above prepregnancy needs
a. 25 b. 30 c. 35 d. 40 e. 45
In recent decades, Americans have ________ the percent of their income that is spent on food.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).