Which is the most effective at alleviating constipation?

a. cellulose
b. pectin
c. gums
d. psyllium
e. protein


a

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Mrs. Z is a 76-year-old female who consults an internal medicine physician because she has been depressed. She also gets chronic migraines.The physician takes a full history from Mrs. Z, which reveals that several medications have been prescribed to her by a variety of specialists. It seems that each specialist neglected to pay attention to the medications that Mrs. Z was prescribed by her other doctors and the potential drug–nutrient interactions. She also takes some daily health supplements. The physician's notes are as follows: Current Medication/Supplements       Reason for Prescribing/Taking St. John's wort ...............................     she read in a magazine that this helps with depression Slow Fe (iron supplement) ............     for prior anemia Warfarin .........................................    history of embolic stroke Omeprazole ...................................     history of peptic ulcer TUMS ............................................     chronic upset stomach Amoxicillin ...................................      recent respiratory infection Doxazosin .....................................      incontinence Allegra ..........................................      seasonal allergies Lipitor ...........................................      high cholesterol Vitamin E ......................................     she heard it was good for heart disease Typical Daily Diet Breakfast: eggs, bacon, ½ grapefruit, fresh orange juice Lunch: hotdogs, sausages, or pepperoni sub, sliced tomatoes, cold tea Dinner: cooked spinach, chicken breast, mashed potatoes, hot tea   Considering Mrs. Z is taking Allegra and Lipitor, which element of her diet is a concern for a negative drug–nutrient interaction? A. hot tea B. eggs C. deli meats D. grapefruit E. spinach

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What is sarcopenia?

a. Loss of central visual activity b. Loss of muscle mass and strength c. Aging-induced chronic inflammation of the stomach d. Intestinal dysmotility from excessive use of laxatives

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Constipation can be due to a low-liquid, low-fiber diet

Indicate whether statement is true or false.

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Describe how wine is made, including fermentation, racking, and aging. Discuss the process of evaluating wines. What is a congener?

What will be an ideal response?

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