Clinical assessment of hair, fingernails, and lips provide insight in a person's

A) protein status. B) obesity, change in weight.
C) nutrient deficiencies or excesses. D) growth.


Answer: C

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a. a low calorie diet b. lack of physical activity c. consuming only plant proteins d. inadequate production of hormonal growth factors. e. none of the above

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Which of the following comprises the vitamin B6 "umbrella" of compounds?

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