Explain how free radicals are formed in the human body and how antioxidant nutrients function in lowering

the risk of chronic diseases.

What will be an ideal response


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A. two glucoses and one fatty acid. B. two glycerols and one fatty acid. C. one glucose and two fatty acids. D. one glycerol and two fatty acids.

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Which of the following is not a role of sodium in a sports drink?

a. to reduce hyperthermia b. to maintain thirst (and therefore promote drinking) c. to prevent hyponatremia d. to increase palatability e. to increase retention of fluid

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Eating breakfast has been shown to be a good strategy for losing weight.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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