List risk factors that are common to the development of coronary heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and cerebrovascular accidents
Long-term studies have allowed researchers to identify risk factors linked to development of CHD, PVD, and CVA, including family medical history, age, sex, obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, physical inactivity, and cigarette smoking.
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Vitamin C has an RDA of 75 mg for females ages 51-70. This indicates:
a. nutrient value estimated to meet the needs of half of healthy people b. average amount of vitamin C adequate to meet needs of 97-98% of healthy people c. used when a RDA cannot be determined d. the upper limit of a nutrient that should not present risk of negative health effects
Which of the following is true about the absorption, transport, and storage of fat-soluble vitamins?
A. They are stored in the liver and fatty tissue. B. Fat in the digestive contents is not important for their absorption. C. Excessive intakes are readily excreted via the kidneys. D. They enter the bloodstream directly from the small intestine.
The greatest source of error when using a food diary is the accurate recording of both the types and amounts of foods and beverages consumed
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The two predominant glucose-regulating hormones are glucagon and insulin
Indicate whether the statement is true or false