Risk factors for eating disorders include ________.

A. being a low-birth-weight baby
B. being female
C. having African-American ancestry
D. experiencing physical abuse as an adult


Answer: B

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After being sedentary for the past three years, 24-year old Angelica started working out last year. She started out exercising three days a week for about an hour and has now worked up to exercising daily for at least three hours. Angelica often exercises now a couple of times a day-usually early morning and then after work. Based on physical activity guidelines, exercising too much or at an excessive intensity may actually be detrimental, rather than beneficial, to health.

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

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The long-chain fatty acids arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid are present in breast milk and are added to some commercial formulas because they are important in the development of:

a. the immune system. b. gastrointestinal flora. c. visual acuity. d. motor skills.

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Which of the lipoproteins primarily transports triglycerides from the liver to other tissues?

a. Chylomicrons
b. VLDL
c. LDL
d. HDL
e. VHDL

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Which of the following statements regarding phytosterols is incorrect?

A) They are found in plant cell membranes. B) They raise LDL cholesterol levels as much as saturated fats do. C) They compete with cholesterol for absorption in the intestinal tract. D) They are found naturally in many vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds.

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