A certain amount of fiber in foods contributes to the health of the digestive tract, but eating too much fiber leads to nutrient losses. The characteristic of diet planning illustrated by this statement is called:
a. adequacy
b. calorie control.
c. balance.
d. moderation.
e. variety
d
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A. 59 to 79 bpm B. 129 to 159 bpm C. 139 to 168 bpm D. 99 to 139 bpm
During the third trimester, a pregnant woman should be consuming an extra 450 calories a day
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The decline in the secretion of growth hormone after age 30, at a rate of about 1 percent per year, can over time contribute to:
A) decreased muscle size and strength. B) increased basal metabolic rate (BMR). C) decreased number of adipocytes in the body. D) increased production of ghrelin in the gastrointestinal tract.
Which of the following is NOT a primary cause of congestive heart failure?
a. Hypertension b. Ischemic heart disease c. Diabetes mellitus d. Valvular disease