A BMI __________ is considered underweight and is associated with a higher risk of anemia, osteoporosis, and heart irregularities.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: under 18.5
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a. micelles. b. chylomicrons. c. low-density lipoproteins. d. very-low-density lipoproteins.
Preeclampsia-eclampsia represents a syndrome characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:
a. blood vessel spasms and constriction. b. increased calcium excretion. c. oxidative stress and inflammation. d. platelet aggregation and blood coagulation. e. insulin resistance.
Iron deficiency in children is likely to result from a diet that overemphasizes
a. milk. b. cereals. c. vegetables. d. dried beans.
Which of the following nutrients is most effective at protecting red blood cell membranes from oxidative stress?
A) Vitamin A B) Thiamin C) Chromium D) Niacin E) Vitamin E