Why is adequate intake of folate especially critical during the first 8 days after conception?
A. Deficiency of folate increases risk of low-birth-weight infant.
B. Adequate folate is required for the formation and closure of the neural tube.
C. Toxicity of folate increases risk of premature birth.
D. Adequate intake of folate decreases the risk of craniofacial malformations.
Answer: B
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a. The term "fresh" can be used only for raw and moderately processed food b. Nutrition labeling must appear on virtually all processed as well as fresh foods c. Restaurant foods must provide nutrient content information on the menu d. Nutrition labeling is not required on foods produced by small businesses or products produced and sold in the same establishment
People who are obese don't experience food insecurity.
a. true b. false
____ and other polyunsaturated fatty acids are considered to have favorable effects on blood lipid profiles and may play a role in the treatment and prevention of heart disease, hypertension, arthritis, and cancer.
a. Palmitic Acid b. Omega-3 Fatty Acid c. Myristic Acid d. Trans-Fatty Acid
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