Subcutaneous fat does not ________.

A. protect against minor bruising
B. store energy
C. insulate the body against cold temperatures
D. stimulate red blood cell production


Answer: D

Nutritional Science

You might also like to view...

Dennis had undergone a heart valve replacement and was placed on Coumadin (warfarin). In order for the Coumadin to be effective, consistent daily consumption of ________ must be maintained.

A. vitamin K B. vitamin B-6 C. vitamin B-12 D. vitamin C

Nutritional Science

Jack is an overweight child, but his parents think it is cute and assume he will outgrow this as time passes. What do you think his pediatrician will say?

a. The parents are right and an overweight baby is adorable. b. Jack will likely be an overweight adult if his parents don't stop overfeeding him. c. Jack needs to eat as much food as he wants since he is growing. d. Jack will never be an overweight adult since his parents are not overweight.

Nutritional Science

Because of concern about mercury contamination, pregnant women are advised to avoid _____

a. king mackerel b. shrimp c. catfish d. flounder e. clams

Nutritional Science

Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are examples of an inflammatory bowel disease

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Nutritional Science