What are the pros and cons of resorting to surgical procedures to promote weight loss?
Pros: Improved quality of life both physically and emotionally. A recent study of 4,000 obese subjects showed significant improvement in survival rates in obese individuals. Gastric bypass surgery may help lower death rates associated with type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Cons: heartburn, abdominal pain, and vomiting. Increased risk of nutritional deficiencies, dumping syndrome, and other complications from surgery. Death rate within one year of surgery is 1%-5%.
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a. Eggs b. Tofu c. Flounder d. Peanut butter e. Pork tenderloin
High-protein diets are often accompanied by low _____ intakes
a. carbohydrate b. added sugar c. fat d. fiber e. alcohol
With repeated overload, the body breaks down and ultimately weakens
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Physical hazards that may cause foodborne illness include all of the following EXCEPT
a. glass, bones, and metals. b. incidental physical particles from the manufacturing process. c. plastics. d. toxic residues from the manufacturing process.