Describe the incidence and prevalence of breast cancer in the United States. How has this changed over the previous decade?
What will be an ideal response?
• In 2012, breast cancer was diagnosed in 1.67 million women and 6.3 million women have been living with the diagnosis over the past 5 years.
• ~1/8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer during their life
• Incidence rates have been declining in the U.S. since 2000 (dropped 7% during the year from 2002 to 2003)
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A. lubricate the passage of food through the GI tract. B. solubilize minerals in the chyme. C. emulsify fats in the small intestine. D. facilitate absorption of vitamin B-12.
Indicate the safety and effectiveness of the supplements named. Vitamin B12 supplements taken orally by a well-nourished male strength athlete
a. Safe and effective b. Safe but evidence lacking for effectiveness c. Not safe or effective
Skeletal muscle accounts for what percentage of protein turnover??
A) ?10-15% B) ?15-20% C) ?20-25% D) ?25-35%