Why does advanced celiac disease lead to malabsorption?
A) The decrease in villi reduces the absorptive surface area.
B) Frequent anaphylactic reactions to various allergens constrict the GI tract.
C) Enterocytes fail to produce sufficient enzymes to digest foods.
D) Allergic reactions to dairy products create high levels of hydrogen, inhibiting digestion.
A
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Which of the following statements about fortified food is false?
A) Fortification of food products began in the 1930s to prevent deficiency diseases. B) Fortification of foods reduces the risk of some chronic diseases. C) Foods are fortified to increase sales of the product. D) Fortification of canned vegetables and fruit is required by law.
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth syndrome is treated by both correcting the underlying cause and administering medications such as _______________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Phosphorus deficiency is rare because of the abundance of phosphorus in most foods
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Energy is stored in the body for future use as:
a. triglycerides. b. glycerol. c. fatty acids. d. lecithin.